Grindr, which is a popular platform for LGBTQ+ individuals, has successfully united people who share common interests, helping them build connections and relationships. Nevertheless, similar to any other app, Grindr can experience problems, and one of those issues is the unable to refresh error.

Unable to refresh Grindr? This article discusses why Grindr is unable to refresh and a few ways to fix the issue.

Why is Grindr unable to refresh?

There are a few common reasons that might be stopping the Grindr app from refreshing.

Temporary system glitch.
Poor internet connection.
Corrupted cache memory and data.
Problems with the app.

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How to fix the issue?

Here are a few ways that might help you regain control over your Grindr app:

Restart the device

A simple restart can often fix minor software glitches. Power down your device and turn it back on, then check if Grindr is functioning correctly.

Check your internet connection

At times, the easiest fix can work wonders. Make sure your internet connection is strong and working. If you’re using a mobile network, consider switching to Wi-Fi or the other way around. If you’re on Wi-Fi, you can also give your router a quick restart to refresh the connection.

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Clear app cache and data

Over time, apps in your smartphones accumulate data and cache; sometimes, it gets corrupted and causes issues with the apps and stops them from functioning properly.

Check out our article to learn how to clear app cache and data

For iPhone

Go to Settings > General > iPhone > Offload App to offload an app and clear the cache.

Force stop the Grindr app

Any temporary issues with the app can be resolved by closing the app and starting it again. Force stop will close the app properly and stop it from running in the background. To force stop the Grindr app, follow the steps below:

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Touch and hold the Grindr app and then tap on the info (i in a circle) icon.
In the App info, tap on the Force Stop button.

Reinstall the app

If none of the above methods work for you, then you can try reinstalling the Grindr app on your phone. Uninstall the app completely from your smartphone and then restart your phone. After the restart, go to your app store and reinstall the Grindr app.

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