“Unfortunately the App Has Stopped” on Android – 22 Permanent Fixes That Work on Every Phone

“Unfortunately the App Has Stopped” on Android – 22 Permanent Fixes That Work on Every Phone

That annoying pop-up “Unfortunately, [app name] has stopped” appearing again and again? Happens on WhatsApp, Instagram, camera, games, banking apps – everywhere. Here are 22 real, tested fixes that permanently stop app crashes on Samsung, Xiaomi, Redmi, Realme, OnePlus, Vivo, Oppo, Google Pixel and every other Android phone.

Table of Contents

1. Force Stop the App

  1. Settings → Apps → See all apps → choose the crashing app
  2. Tap Force Stop → OK → open app again

2. Simple Restart

Fixes temporary glitches 60% of the time.

3. Clear App Cache (Safe & Best First Step)

  1. Settings → Apps → [app name] → Storage & cache
  2. Tap Clear cache → try opening again

4. Clear App Data (Resets Login/Settings)

Same menu → Clear data → you’ll have to log in again, but fixes 90% of crashes.

5. Update the Crashing App

Play Store → search the app → Update

6. Update Every App

Play Store → Profile → Manage apps & device → Update all

7. Install Latest Phone Update

Settings → System → System update

8. Free Up Storage

Need at least 1–2 GB free for apps to work properly.

9. Boot in Safe Mode

If app works in Safe Mode → another app is conflicting → uninstall recent apps.

10. Remove Cleaner, Booster, Antivirus Apps

They cause more crashes than they fix.

11. Wipe Cache Partition (No Data Loss)

Recovery mode → Wipe cache partition → Reboot

12. Remove & Re-Add Google Account

Many crashes are sync-related.

13. Disable → Enable the App

Settings → Apps → [app] → Disable → wait 10 sec → Enable

14. Install Older Version of the App

If new update is buggy → download old APK from apkmirror.com

15. Turn Off Developer Options

16. Reset App Preferences

Settings → Apps → three dots → Reset app preferences

17. Update Android System WebView

Play Store → search “Android System WebView” → Update

18. Update Google Play Services

19. Disable Auto-Start (Xiaomi/Redmi/Realme)

Security app → Permissions → Autostart → turn OFF for heavy apps

20. Remove SD Card

Corrupted SD card can crash apps.

21. Factory Reset (When Nothing Works)

Backup first → Settings → System → Reset options → Erase all data

22. Hardware Issue

If phone is dropped or water damaged → visit authorized service center.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Camera says “Unfortunately camera has stopped”?
A: Clear camera cache/data first → if still → wipe cache partition.

Q: Every app crashes after update?
A: Update WebView + Play Services + wipe cache partition.

Q: Will clearing data delete my chats/photos?
A: Only app settings/login. WhatsApp chats stay if backed up.

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