5 Fixes Facebook Keeps Crashing on iPhone 15, 14 (iOS 17)

in this blog post, I’ll help you to fix Facebook won’t open on iPad/iPhone after the latest iOS update Or App Server & Phone Storage issues. Easy to fix fB app issues (For example:- Facebook reactions, Facebook like button, Facebook live not working).

Facebook is the most loved and downloadable application in the category of social media. Whatsapp, Snapchat, and such apps are not much older like Facebook. Their team releases updates every 15 days which include something new that users love and enjoy. The most common problems are Facebook Keeps crashing, Won’t load Facebook App content and Video, Unable to play video from video timeline. Before five years Facebook was different, and today it is entirely new with new features.

Messenger is a Facebook-connected application that is used for messaging someone. Recently one more platform is introduced by Facebook which is known as “Workplace.” Now get back to our major problem and take a look at the solutions that I have listed below.

This solution is also helpful for Other Facebook apps, Like Workplace for Business iOS app, Facebook Messenger, and many Others.

Possible walkthrough for Facebook App keeps crashing on iPhone/ iPad

Fix 1: Force close FB app and Running All Other Applications

The previous solution of any crashing or freezing app is to force close it. We can even restart the app, but it may not work, so it is better to force close and relaunch it.

Facebook is an online app, if you are looking for a solution to content that isn’t loading on the launch app, check internet connectivity because the slow internet is also causing an issue.

Check for an available update of the Facebook app on the app store.

Fix 2: Reboot Your iPhone [Mostly Fix issue]

If the first solution doesn’t work, then you should go restart the iPhone. Rebooting the iPhone will also fix minor glitches and bugs in the system. Let’s see how you can restart your iPhone.

For All FaceID iPhone Users

  1. Press and quickly release the volume up key.
  2. Press and quickly release the volume down key.
  3. Press and hold the side button until the Apple logo arrives on the screen.
Hard Reboot iPhone Step by Step

For iPhone 7/7 Plus: Press and Hold Home button + Volume Down button until Appear Apple Logo.

For iPhone 6S/6S Plus and Earlier: Press and Hold Side button + Home button until you see the Apple logo on the screen.

Fix 3: Update Your Phone Firmware

Probably you’re running the iOS device with an old version so that can cause so many errors. If any new iOS update arrives then you should update the device as soon as possible. It will accelerate your device and issues like this will get fixed automatically.

Steps to update iOS version;

Head to Settings App – Tap General – Tap Software Update.

head to setting app and tap general choose software update on your iphone

Wait till the screen load, on-screen, you get information about your phone having a pending iOS update, or it is updated. if any update is there, please connect your iPhone to wifi and install the latest iOS by clicking on Download Now.

Is the Facebook app crashing after installing the latest iOS update? I highly suggest you wait for the upcoming iOS update or you will have to downgrade iOS from the current to the previous one. For example, Downgrade iOS to an old iOS version or whatever is able to run the Facebook app smoothly.

Fix #4. Free Up Storage Space on your device

The major issue of App won’t Open or not working as expected or sometimes in aftertouch specific tab of an app, it occurred due to low storage space on your mobile local storage. Hence making free space to run any app smoothly.

Open Settings > Tap General > Tap iPhone Storage.

Open Settings Select General on iPhone

On this screen, you can see available storage space. Scroll the screen and delete unwanted cluttering apps and videos that will help you to solve your Apple smartphone and app crashes issue.

Select the iPhone storage tap on iPhone space on iPhone

Fix 5: Uninstall and Reinstall the app

If all the above tips aren’t working, then the problem may be in that particular application. You can delete the app from the device and again download it from the app store.

Uninstalling the app

Step 1: Long Press the Facebook app icon on the home screen. Tap on Remove App.

Press and Hold Facebook App Icon Tap Remove App on iPhone

Step 2: A pop-up will ask you Remove “Facebook”? Removing from Home Screen will keep the app in your App Library. Click Delete App.

Again a pop-up asks you Delete “Facebook”? Deleting this app will also delete its data, but any documents or data stored in iCloud will not be deleted. Choose Delete.

Click delete app choose delete in facebook app on iPhone

Troubleshooting: The app icon on the iPhone Won’t jiggle and the ‘x’ icon

Now restart the iPhone wait for a few minutes and then visit the app store and download it.

If none of the solutions help, you should report the glitch to the app builder. Follow the next treat sentence.

Final Solution: Report an issue to Facebook developer

here’s how to Contact an App Developer

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Karly Wood

Karly Wood is a journalist based in Ohio who specializes in covering Apple and technology trends. With a varied experience in reporting on public safety, government, and education, her insights bridge multiple disciplines, providing readers with a well-rounded perspective on today's technological advancements. If you need to contact me, you can reach me at [email protected] or through (Facebook)

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