Why is My Hatch App Not Working

If My Hatch app is not working (e.g., spinning wheel, device showing “offline,” or unable to control volume/lights), the issue is likely a connection glitch between your specific device and the Wi-Fi.

Hatch devices are notoriously sensitive to Wi-Fi fluctuations.

Here is how to fix the most common Hatch issues immediately:

1. The “Hard Reset” (Most Effective Fix)

If the app can’t find your device, you need to force the device to reconnect.

• For Hatch Rest (1st Gen):

  • Find the small hole on the base (near the power cord).

  • Insert a paperclip for 2 seconds.

  • Wait for it to restart, then open the app.

• For Hatch Rest 2nd Gen / Restore:

  • Unplug the device from the wall for 60 seconds.

  • Plug it back in and wait 30 seconds for it to fully boot up.

  • Force close the app on your phone and reopen it.

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2. Check Your Wi-Fi (The 2.4GHz Rule)

Hatch devices will not connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi networks; they only work on the older 2.4GHz frequency.

• Did you get a new router recently? If so, your phone might be on 5GHz while the Hatch is trying to find 2.4GHz.

• The Fix: Go to your phone settings, forget your Wi-Fi network, and reconnect to the one labeled “2.4” or “Guest” (if you have split networks), then try pairing the Hatch again.

3. Enable Bluetooth & Local Network (iOS Users)

If you are on an iPhone, the app needs permission to “talk” to devices on your local network.

• Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Local Network.

• Find Hatch Sleep in the list and make sure the toggle is ON (Green).

• Also, ensure Bluetooth is enabled, as the app uses Bluetooth to find the device initially before switching to Wi-Fi.

4. Is the Sound/Light “Stuck”?

If the app says it’s playing, but no sound is coming out:

• Tap the metal touch ring on top of the device. Does it respond?

  • Yes: The device is fine; the app is frozen. Uninstall and reinstall the app.

  • No: The device is frozen. Unplug it for 5 minutes (longer than usual) to drain the internal capacitors.

Still not working?

If you have a Hatch Restore 1, check the power cord connection at the base. A common defect is the power port becoming loose, causing the device to flicker or lose Wi-Fi intermittently.