How do I fix pending downloads on Google Play?

How do I fix pending downloads?

Check the internet connection

Check the internet speed if you are using Wi-Fi. Restart the router and device and try reconnecting. When using mobile data, ensure that the download via any network on Google Play Store is enabled on your device. Go to Google Play Store settings and check 'App download preferences.

How do I resolve a pending issue on Google Play?

Why are apps not downloading on Google Play Store?

Check for Android system updates

If your downloads are still stuck, you should check if your device has any updates or security patches available. Sometimes these updates and security patches can help solve common problems. Go to Settings > System > System update.

How do I update pending apps on Google Play?

Fix Playstore Download Pending Problem | without deleting an app

Why are my apps not downloading?

If you can't download apps on your Android device, you should start by checking your connection. In some cases, this is the cause of downloading troubles. No Wi-Fi or mobile data connection equals no downloads because your phone or tablet won't communicate with the Google Play Store.

Why is my app download waiting?

Check Internet Connectivity

Is the data connection working on your phone? Open a website on your mobile browser to check whether the internet connectivity is active. Maybe your mobile data or Wi-Fi isn't working, and that's the reason behind waiting for download error on Play Store.

Why are my apps stuck on pending?

More often than not, the Google Play Store download pending error means that other apps are updating at the same time. You may encounter this problem if you download multiple apps simultaneously. To fix this: Go to Google Play > Manage apps & device > Manage.

What happens if I clear data on Google Play Store?

Important: When you clear Google Play Services data or storage, it may delete some information saved to your device, including transit cards, COVID cards, and virtual payment cards saved to Google Pay.

How to clear cache on Android?

Why does Google Play keep saying pending?

More often than not, the Play Store download pending error culprits are apps updating simultaneously. You will also encounter the problem if you download multiple apps simultaneously or a couple of huge ones.

What's the difference between clear cache and clear data?

Clear cache: Deletes temporary data. Some apps can open slower the next time you use them. Clear data storage: Permanently deletes all app data. We recommend trying to delete from inside the app first.

How do I restart Google Play Store?

Will my apps be deleted if I clear Play Store data?

When you clear data for Google Play Store, the apps on your phone and their data will remain intact. Even your subscriptions will remain unaffected as they are linked with your Google account.

How do I get rid of the pending app icon on Android?

Why is my Google Play Store saying waiting for download?

A common cause for Google Play Store download pending issue is running out of space on Android device. So you should go to check how much free space is left.

Why are my apps not downloading and saying waiting?

Try removing the waiting app, then reinstalling. To do that, tap and hold its icon on the home screen until it starts to jiggle and tap (x) to delete. After you delete the app, go to the App Store and download the app again. Note that you may not be able to delete the waiting app.

Why is my Android not downloading any apps?

Clear the Google Play Store Cache

If your Android device doesn't download or install apps even after all these steps, it might be worth clearing the Store cache. The cache is temporary storage where the Google Play Store saves all the data it uses and/or needs to function.

How to clear App Store cache?

Click Apple in the central panel and find the App Store. Click the side arrow and select all app's files. Choose Reset from the option list. Press the Reset button.

When should you not clear cache?

In general, I recommend not clearing your cache unless you have a specific reason to. The files in the cache allow the websites you visit most often to load faster, which is a good thing. Your browser will periodically delete old files, so it's not like the cache is going to keep growing forever.

Will anything happen if I clear cache?

Clear the app cache files of any app you think is causing performance issues, or delete app data for any apps you want to open with a clean slate. You'll get some storage space back, but nothing you've downloaded will be deleted. Depending on the app, user data such as your preferences or search history may be reset.

Is it good to clear cache all the time?

So if you clear your browser's cache and temporary internet files regularly, this helps your computer or device run optimally—and doing so can help fix certain problems, like a website loading slowly, or formatting issues on a web page.

Does clearing cache delete data Android?

Find the app you want to clear, select it, and tap Storage. Tap Clear cache. If you want to delete all the data connected to that app, tap Clear data and then OK. Note that clearing data includes any files, settings, or account info you may have connected to that app.

Is it good to clear cache on Android?

Clearing unused cache files on Android is a decent way to free up space temporarily and comes in handy when troubleshooting app issues. But it's not something you should do often, or through unreliable third-party apps. Use it only as a specific tool when needed for device performance.

What does wiping Android cache do?

This procedure clears temporary files from your phone's operating system and cleans up any residual files from apps you have uninstalled, to help your phone run smoothly.