There was an Error Fetching the Data Facebook | How to Fix

To fix the message “There was an error fetching the data” on Facebook, Go to your device’s Settings > Apps > Facebook > Storage > Clear Cache (and optionally Clear Data).

This error can show up on mobile or desktop, and it’s often temporary—but can sometimes point to deeper issues.

🔍 Common Causes & Fixes

✅ 1. Facebook Server Glitch

Sometimes it’s just Facebook being buggy.

Fix:

• Refresh the page or app.

• Try again in 5–10 minutes.

✅ 2. Bad Internet Connection

A weak or unstable connection may prevent content from loading.

Fix:

• Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data.

• Restart your router or mobile connection.

• Try another network if available.

✅ 3. App or Browser Cache Corruption

Corrupted cache or data in the Facebook app or your browser can cause this error.

Fix for App (Android/iOS):

• Go to your device’s Settings > Apps > Facebook > Storage > Clear Cache (and optionally Clear Data).

• Then restart the app.

Fix for Browser:

• Clear cache and cookies.

• Try an incognito window or another browser.

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✅ 4. Logged Out or Expired Session

You might be seeing cached content, but your login session has expired.

Fix:

• Log out and log back into Facebook.

• Ensure you’re using the most recent version of the app or browser.

✅ 5. Deleted or Unavailable Content

If you’re trying to view a post that was deleted, removed, or set to private, Facebook will sometimes show this vague error.

Fix:

• Confirm with the person who shared the content that it still exists.

• Try viewing from another account, if privacy might be the issue.

✅ 6. Third-Party App Access Issues

If you’re using Facebook via another app (like a game or external website), the app’s Facebook token might have expired.

Fix:

• Go to Facebook → Settings & Privacy → Settings → Apps and Websites

• Remove the app and reauthorize it.

📱 Platform-Specific Fixes

🛑 Still Not Working?

• Check Facebook’s status page or DownDetector to see if others are having issues.

• Try accessing Facebook from a different device or account to isolate the issue.

• If persistent, report the bug to Facebook:
  Go to Menu > Help & Support > Report a Problem.

✅ SUMMARY

“Error fetching data” is usually caused by:

• Bad connection

• Expired sessions

• App/browser cache problems

• Deleted or restricted content

Try refreshing, clearing cache, or logging out and back in.