In this article, we’ll be looking at reasons why you are unable to update messenger and what you can do about it.
The following can be thought of as possible causes for you not being able to update messenger.
- Your device’s communication status is unstable
- There is a problem with the AppStore
- There is insufficient storage space on your device
You should use this as reference when you’re having trouble updating messenger.
Reasons why you are unable to update messenger
Your device’s communication status is unstable
A major cause for update related problems in messenger is your device’s communication status being unstable.
You should prepare an environment where you have access to a stable internet connection when updating apps.
There is a problem with the AppStore
It may be that there is a problem with the AppStore if you’re having trouble updating messenger.
If there is a problem with the AppStore, you won’t be able to download or update other apps as well as messenger.
There is insufficient storage space on your device
Insufficient storage space on your device can also cause problems when updating messenger.
The volume of the app can change when updating, so you should make sure you have sufficient free storage space.
What to do when you can’t update messenger
If your device’s communication status is unstable
You will need to prepare an environment where you can have access to a stable internet connection if your device’s communication status is unstable.
You should run some other apps to check your connectivity, to check if your device has a stable internet connection.
If there is a problem with the AppStore
If there is an issue with the AppStore, you will have to wait for the problem to go away.
You should try updating again after an hour or two.
If there is insufficient storage space on your device
You will have to free up some storage space if your device doesn’t have sufficient free storage space.
You should delete unused and barely used apps to free up some storage space before attempting to update again.
Summary
- Your device’s communication status is unstable
- There is a problem with the AppStore
- There is insufficient storage space on your device
The following can be thought of as possible causes for you not being able to update messenger.
You should keep an eye on your device’s connectivity and storage capacity when updating messenger.