Hangouts has stopped - you can do that
Google Hangouts helps you stay in touch with your friends. If the app has been stopped, this is often no cause for concern. We give you tips on troubleshooting in this practical tip.
Hangouts stopped - what to do?
- First, make sure you have the latest version of Hangouts installed on your smartphone. You can check this via Google Play> "My apps and games".
- There should be enough free space on your device for the app to work properly. Therefore, it can often help if you regularly clear the cache of the app.
- For some users, the Hangouts app only causes problems with notifications. You can deactivate this under "Settings> Apps> Hangouts".
In the next practical tip, read what exactly Hangouts is.