9 Solutions to Fix Facebook Not Working on iPad
Unfortunately, many iPad users have reported issues with Facebook not working properly. If you are facing the same problem, don't worry. Here are 9 fixes to help you get Facebook working smoothly on your iPad.
1. Check the Network Connection
Before you troubleshoot Facebook on your iPad, make sure to check your internet connection. If your iPad has Wi-Fi issues, the app won't be able to load your home feed. To fix this, swipe down from the top-right corner to open the Control Center. Enable the Airplane mode and disable it after some time. If the issue persists, you can try resetting your network connection.
2. Enable Background App Refresh
If you are having trouble uploading videos and photos to Facebook, it may be because you have disabled the background app refresh permission on your iPad. To fix this, open Settings on your iPad, scroll to Facebook, and enable the Background App Refresh toggle.
3. Sign Out and Sign Back In
If Facebook is not working due to an account authentication error, you can try signing out from your account and logging back in with your latest account credentials. Simply launch Facebook on your iPad, tap the down arrow icon in the top-right corner, and select Log Out.
4. Check Facebook Status
Sometimes, Facebook may not work on your iPad due to server-side issues. You can confirm this by visiting Downdetector or checking social media networks like Twitter for any reports of Facebook outages. If the issue is on Facebook's end, you will need to wait for them to resolve it.
5. Remove Facebook From Screen Time
If you have limited Facebook using the Screen Time function on your iPad, it may be causing issues. To remove Facebook from Screen Time, go to Settings, scroll to Screen Time, select App Limits, and increase the time limit for Facebook. You can also swipe left on Facebook and hit Delete to remove it from these restrictions.
6. Check Facebook Permissions
If you're not receiving the latest alerts from Facebook, it could be because you haven't enabled the notifications permission for the app. To fix this, open Settings, scroll to Facebook, and select Notifications. Enable the notification permission from the following menu.
7. Update Facebook
Regular updates from Facebook often include bug fixes and new features. To ensure Facebook is working properly on your iPad, head to the App Store and update the app to the latest version.
8. Reinstall Facebook
If all else fails, you can try reinstalling Facebook on your iPad. Long-tap on the Facebook app icon, select Remove App, and then tap Delete App. Afterward, download the app from the App Store and log in with your account details.
9. Use Facebook Web
If you're still experiencing issues with the Facebook app on your iPad, you can use the web version instead. Simply open Safari, visit Facebook, sign in with your account details, and tap the “A” icon in the address bar. Select “Request Desktop Website” to reload the page in the web version.
Enjoy Facebook on a Big Screen
If you're having trouble with the Facebook app on your iPad after a recent update, you may have to wait for Facebook to release a new update to fix any bugs. In the meantime, you can use the web version of Facebook on Safari or Chrome to browse your feed.

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