How To Fix Defective Facebook On iPad?

To fix a defective Facebook app on your iPad, follow these steps:

1. Force quit and relaunch the app:

   • Press the home button twice to access the app switcher.
   • Find the Facebook app, then swipe up on it to close it.
   • Open the App Store and check for Facebook app updates.
   • If an update is available, install it. Otherwise, reopen the app.

2. Ensure Facebook has access to cellular data:

   • Open Settings on your iPad.
   • Scroll to Facebook and toggle on the switch for "Cellular Data" or "Mobile Data."

3. Enable Background App Refresh for Facebook:

   • Go to Settings > Facebook > Background App Refresh, and enable it.

4. Sign out and sign back in to Facebook:

   • Open the Facebook app.
   • Tap the down arrow icon in the top-right corner.
   • Select Log Out.
   • Sign back in using your credentials.

5. Update your iPad's software:

   • Navigate to Settings > General > Software Update.
   • Download and install any available updates.

6. Reset Network Settings:

   • Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad.
   • Tap Reset > Reset Network Settings.

7. Check for Facebook server issues:

   • Visit Downdetector or Twitter to check for server-side problems.

8. Remove Facebook from Screen Time restrictions:

   • Go to Settings > Screen Time > App Limits.
   • Tap Facebook, then toggle off App Limit or delete the limit.

9. Reinstall Facebook:

   • Long-tap on the Facebook app icon and select Remove App.
   • Tap Delete App.
   • Open the App Store and reinstall the app.

10. Hard reset your iPad (if necessary):

• Press and hold the Volume Up or Down and the Power/Side Button simultaneously.
• Swipe from left to right on the slide to power off toggle.
• Wait for about 20-30 seconds and press and hold the Power Button to restart your iPad.

Remember to restart your iPad after making any changes or updates to ensure they take effect.