Have you ever encountered an error message that simply says, “Oops, something went wrong” when using the app?
This generic error message is often very confusing, which leaves you to keep wondering what exactly went wrong and how to fix the issue.
In this article, we’ll try to explain the possible reasons for the “Oops, something went wrong” error in different apps and provide detailed fixes to help you resolve the issue.
Possible Reasons and Fixes for the “Oops, Something Went Wrong” Error
“Oops, something went wrong” error is basically seen because of either server fails to retrieve data, due to resource, slow internet connection, invalid user input, or third-party issues.
Below are the all versions that you might see for error:
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Reasons/Fixes for “Oops, Something Went Wrong” Error:
1. Inadequate Server Resources
If the servers which is hosting the app don’t have enough resources (e.g., memory, CPU, disk space), so it won’t be able to handle the requests load, stuck or throw errors.
In this case, you may see the “Oops, something went wrong” error message when using the app.
So just wait for sometime and try to access the app again, it should help you out to resolve the issue.
2. Database Connection Issues
If the app relies on a database into backend to store and retrieve data in realtime, any issues with the database connection can result the error “Oops, something went wrong”.
For example, if the app can’t connect to the database server or can’t authenticate with the database, you may see the “Oops, something went wrong” error message.
So just wait for sometime and try to access the app again, it should help you out to resolve the issue.
3. Un-updated/Old App Version Issue
If the app isn’t updated recently into your phone or laptop since long time, might be it have new update or latest version available to use.
Due to some issues in backend, app might be hitting any existing bug that has been resolved into latest version.
So as a possible fix, always update the app to the latest available version into Play Store or App Store and use the app again. It must help you out to fix the error “Oops, something went wrong”.
4. Invalid/Wrong Input Data Error
If the app which you are using right now, requires user input, any invalid input can cause the app to fail or show you error.
For example, if you enter an invalid email address or password, the app may generate the “Oops, something went wrong” error message to you.
So ensure you are providing the correct input such as email, username, passwords, captcha or any other input using valid input options.
5. Third-Party Integration Backend Issue
If the app is integrated with third-party services (e.g., payment gateways, social media platforms), any issues with those services can result as error “Oops, Something Went Wrong”.
For example, if the payment gateway is down or experiencing technical issue in backend, the app would display the “Oops, something went wrong” error message.
So just wait for sometime and try to access the app again, it should help you out to resolve the issue.
6. Technical Issue Within App
Many times app shows the “Oops, something went wrong” error due to technical issue from backend itself.
If this is the case, there isn’t much you can do much from your side except to wait till issue is fixed from backend itself.
Best way to know if app is down or not working properly is either go to “Downdetector” website anf search for “your app name” if other users are also reporting the issue when using app.
Or, you can visit the Twitter for checking if other users are also reporting the same error “Oops, something went wrong” when they are accessing the app.
7. Slow Internet Connection
Many times when you try to access the app, due to slow internet connection, it won’t be able to access the resources from server in backend and throws the error “Oops, something went wrong”.
Ensure that you are having a good internet speed while accessing the app or try to switch mobile data to Wi-Fi or vice-versa.
8. Use of VPN Enabled Device
Many times using the VPN into your phone or laptop doesn’t allow to work some apps to work properly and can be reason for “Oops, something went wrong” error.
if you are using any VPN, just disable that, close the app and try to access again. It would help you out to reset the app connection and access again without any error message.
Atlast if nothing works to resolve the error “Oops, something went wrong”, just close all apps into your device, reload the phone or laptop and access the app again.
Many times lot of cache files don’t allow app to work as expected and throws error, so reloading the device would surly help you out to fix the issue.
