Microsoft Start app not working? crashes or has problems?

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Published by Microsoft Corporation on 2024-01-12

The Microsoft Start app is your one-stop shop to stay informed, productive,
entertained, and inspired. Stay up to date with stories tailored to your
interests and keep in the loop with important updates and timely notifications.

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Not working

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Reported Issues: 5 Comments

By Haarbogle 3 months ago

App won't let me read the news. I'm told I have a bad configuration. I have cleared the cache and have reinstalled - no joy! I don't know what I may have done. Any suggested fix?

By Laura 6 months ago

When I go to start and click on deals it won't let me claim my rewards. 'unable yo open giftbox. Please try again later' Been doing this for a couple days

By Diane 7 months ago

I have to use Google to access eBay. What's going on?

By Bruno Mestre 1 year ago

I use MS Start as my daily news feed. Sometimes I. Want to share the link to a specific news in a Facebook group but it only shares the photo and not the link. I click on the "share" button but it only shares the photo. What am I doing wrong? Thank you

By Stevan R Hultgren 1 year ago

Huge "Add a Comment" in the way of internet news articles! Don't know how to delete from screen.

Common dislikes about Microsoft Start app

- Wrong story appears sometimes

- Paywall for some articles

- Inconsistent loading times

- User comments and social media reaction features

- Toxic comments section

- Bad layout with last update

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Common Microsoft Start Problems & Solutions. Troubleshooting Guide

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

Table of Contents:

Microsoft Start iPhone Issues and Solutions

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

Microsoft Start Android App Issues and Solutions

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

Microsoft Start iPhone Issues and Solutions

Here are some helpful workarounds that should work whenever Microsoft Start 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 Microsoft Start app crashes or not working on Iphone (iOS):

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

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

To resolve Microsoft Start 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 Microsoft Start black/white screen (blank screen) on iPhone:

Follow the Microsoft Start iOS app troubleshooting guide Here →

Microsoft Start Android App Issues and Solutions

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

Follow these steps to resolve intermittent Microsoft Start app issues:

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

Update Microsoft Start to the latest version on PlayStore

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

Fix Microsoft Start unable to contact server/ Microsoft Start 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 Microsoft Start » "Force Stop".
Next, goto "Storage" » "Clear Data".
Again, got Microsoft Start » "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 Microsoft Start on android.

Solve Microsoft Start black/white screens issue on Android:

Follow the Microsoft Start android app crash troubleshooting guide Here →

Contact Support

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About this app

The Microsoft Start app is your one-stop shop to stay informed, productive, entertained, and inspired. Have fun with hundreds of free Microsoft classic games, plus read the latest Esports news and follow trending streamers. Stay up to date with stories tailored to your interests and keep in the loop with important updates and timely notifications. Search the web, check the weather, shop for necessities—even groceries! —all without leaving MicrosoftStart . With Microsoft Start you can explore the world around you. Find restaurants, discover places nearby, and learn more about what your community has to offer. Sign in with your Microsoft account and sync your content and preferences across devices, wherever you go.