How to Fix Facebook Not Loading

Facebook failing to load is most commonly caused by a connection issue, a stale session, or the app needing an update.

Likely causes

• Slow or unstable internet connection
• Facebook server outage
• Outdated app version
• Full browser cache (website version)
• Account session expired

Step-by-step fix

1. 1
   Check the connection

   Try loading another website or app. Switch between WiFi and mobile data.

2. 2
   Check Facebook's status

   Visit downdetector.co.uk/status/facebook.

3. 3
   Update the Facebook app

   Open Google Play or the App Store and update Facebook.

4. 4
   Clear Facebook cache (Android)

   Settings → Apps → Facebook → Storage → Clear Cache.

5. 5
   Clear browser cache (website)

   In Chrome: press Ctrl+Shift+Delete → select Cached images and files → Clear data. Then reload Facebook.

6. 6
   Log out and log back in

   This resets your session and often resolves loading issues.

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