Short Summary:
If an Android app keeps crashing, it can be frustrating and disrupt your workflow. This guide shows easy, beginner-friendly steps to fix crashing apps on Android phones or tablets, whether it’s a system bug, app issue, or storage problem.

🔹 Why Android Apps Crash

Common reasons for app crashes include:

• Outdated app version
• Outdated Android OS
• Insufficient storage or RAM
• Corrupted cache or data
• Network issues
• Conflicting apps or system bugs

Identifying the cause helps you choose the right solution.

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🔹 Step 1: Restart Your Android Device

• Press and hold the Power button → select Restart.
• After rebooting, open the app again.

🔹 Step 2: Update the App

1. Open Google Play Store.
2. Tap your profile icon → Manage apps & device → Updates available.
3. Update the crashing app.

🔹 Step 3: Clear App Cache and Data

1. Go to Settings → Apps → [App Name] → Storage & Cache.
2. Tap Clear Cache first.
3. If the app still crashes, tap Clear Data / Storage.

🔹 Step 4: Check Android System Updates

1. Go to Settings → System → System Update.
2. Download and install any pending updates.

🔹 Step 5: Free Up Storage and RAM

• Delete unnecessary apps, photos, or files to free up storage space.
• Close background apps to free up RAM.

🔹 Step 6: Reinstall the App

1. Uninstall the crashing app.
2. Restart your phone.
3. Reinstall the app from Google Play Store.

🔹 Step 7: Check App Permissions

1. Go to Settings → Apps → [App Name] → Permissions.
2. Ensure the app has the necessary permissions to function.

🔹 Step 8: Safe Mode (Check for Conflicting Apps)

1. Press and hold Power button → tap Power Off → Hold Power Off until Safe Mode appears.
2. Open the app in Safe Mode.
3. If it works, another app may be conflicting; try uninstalling recently installed apps.

🔹 Step 9: Contact App Support

If none of the above works:

• Go to the Google Play Store → App Page → Developer Contact.
• Report the crash with device model, OS version, and error details.

🔹 Quick FAQ

• Why do some apps crash only on my phone? Device-specific bugs, insufficient RAM, or software conflicts can cause this.
• Will clearing data delete my app progress? Yes — for games or apps without cloud backup, progress may be lost.
• Do older phones have more crashes? Yes — older devices may struggle with newer app requirements.

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