TikTok keeps restarting due to a bug, low storage, or an outdated app. Update it, clear the cache, or reinstall it.
Common causes
- Bug in the app.
- Outdated app version.
- Low storage.
- Corrupted cache.
- Old operating system.
- Network issues.
Fixes
- Update TikTok.
- Clear cache (Settings, Free up space).
- Free up phone storage.
- Restart.
- Reinstall the app.
Report
Send feedback in the app.
Why apps restart
TikTok restarting or crashing is often caused by an outdated app, low phone storage, cache buildup, an old operating system, poor connection, a bug in a new release or insufficient RAM. Apps may close if the phone’s memory is low or if the OS terminates background processes.
- TikTok requires iOS 14 or later and Android 5 or later in recent versions.
- Fewer than 1 GB of free storage often causes problems.
- Server outages can also cause errors, which can be checked on status sites.
Fixes
Update TikTok and the OS, clear the app cache (Settings, Clear cache in the app on Android and iOS), free up storage, restart the phone, and reinstall the app if needed. Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data. Turn off battery saver. Report the problem in the app via Profile, Settings, Report a problem, with device details. Check the Downdetector site for outages.
Why apps restart
Apps restart because of low memory, outdated versions, corrupted cache, background restrictions or bugs.
Fixes
Update the app and OS, clear cache, free storage, reinstall and restart the phone. Check TikTok status for outages.
Common technical reasons
An app that restarts may be crashing due to bugs, insufficient RAM, outdated OS, corrupted cache or a conflicting setting. TikTok apps need regular updates, and stored cache may reach several GB. Low storage under 1 GB causes crashes. Beta software has bugs.
Step by step fix
Force close and update the app, clear cache (TikTok Settings, Free up space), restart the phone, update iOS or Android, free storage, and reinstall. Check for server outages on Downdetector. If the issue appears on all apps, back up and reset. In some countries TikTok availability has been restricted by law, so confirm access in your region.
Based on data from TikTok Support and Apple Support
