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Last Updated on 2020-03-07 by Micah Putman

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8 User reports:
App has problems

User reports 8

⚠️ Most reported problems ⚠️

Not working

37.5%

Connection

25.0%

Crashes

12.5%

problems reported in the last 24 hours

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Summary of Spark Problems 😠👌🔥

- Easter egg could be improved with better aesthetics

- Unclear how to use the app

- Not enough features to help with writer's block

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Common Spark Problems & Solutions. Troubleshooting Guide

Complete guide to troubleshoot Spark app on iOS and Android devices. Solve all Spark app problems, errors, connection issues, installation problems and crashes.

Table of Contents:

Spark iPhone Issues and Solutions

Spark iOS app crashes, not working, errors
Spark iOS app network issues
Spark on iOS has black/white screen

Spark Android App Issues and Solutions

Spark has errors/crashing/not working
Spark server network connectivity issues
Spark has black screen

Spark iPhone Issues and Solutions

Here are some helpful workarounds that should work whenever Spark app keeps crashing or doesn't work as expected on your iPhone 14, 13,12,10,8,7,6, SE,XS,XR.

How to fix Spark app crashes or not working on Iphone (iOS):

Close and restart the Spark app on iPhone
Update Spark app to the Latest Version for iOS
Uninstall and reinstall Spark iPhone app
Update your iPhone to the latest iOS version

Fix Spark on iPhone unable to connect to server/internet connection issues::

To resolve Spark network issues, Reset phone network settings:
1. On iphone, Goto "Settings" » "General" » "Reset" » "Reset Network Settings".
2. Enter your device passcode. Then confirm "Reset Network Settings".

Turn off your VPN:
1. Goto "Settings" » "General" » "VPN".

Fix Spark black/white screen (blank screen) on iPhone:

Follow the Spark iOS app troubleshooting guide Here →

Spark Android App Issues and Solutions

Fix Spark not working on Android, crashes, errors or is unresponsive:

Follow these steps to resolve intermittent Spark app issues:

Force Stop the Spark App
1. On android, goto "Settings" » click Spark app. » click "Force Stop".

Update Spark to the latest version on PlayStore

Clear Spark App Cache and Data:
1. On your device, goto "Settings" » click "Apps" » select "Spark app" » click "Storage" » click "Clear Data" option. This Clears both data and cache.
2. Relaunch Spark.

Fix Spark unable to contact server/ Spark internet connection errors on Android:

This issue is usually caused by your network. Here is how to fix:

On android, goto "Settings" » "Apps" or "Manage Apps" tab.
Click Spark » "Force Stop".
Next, goto "Storage" » "Clear Data".
Again, got Spark » "Mobile Data" » "Allow Background Data Usage".
Go back to "Settings" » "Connections" » "Mobile Network" » "Network Mode".
Now, put your network on 4G e.g. LTE/3G/2G (auto connect)
Relaunch Spark on android.

Solve Spark black/white screens issue on Android:

Follow the Spark android app crash troubleshooting guide Here →

Contact Support

Some issues cannot be easily resolved through online tutorials or self help. So we made it easy to get in contact with the support team at Micah Putman, developers of Spark.

About this app

Spark has a simple one-click mechanism that will shuffle words, icons, and colors to allow for divergent brainstorming. Millions of possible combinations ensure that you will eventually find the "this app" of inspiration you need. It can be useful for projects, hobbies, videography, illustrations, and nearly any other creative endeavor. Find inspiration from pure randomness. It is ideal for "writer's block" of any kind. Never run out of ideas again!