Guide for troubleshooting the problem of MetaMask stuck
Are you an active user of the MetaMask App or Wallet Extension and facing any issues related to MetaMask stuck? If yes, then don’t worry because we are here to help you with this write-up. Like any other online software or crypto-related platforms, sometimes MetaMask may encounter several issues such as, unable to login, not working properly, tokens not loading, translation stuck, and more. These issues can happen due to various reasons and if you want to know about that, then take a deep dive with us in the further sections of this write-up.
In our further content, we will cover the list of some common issues faced by the users of the MetaMask Extension or App. Along with that, we will also cover some tips to fix the major problems in a convenient way.
Common issues which users can face on the MetaMask Platform:
We have mentioned below the list of several issues which users may face on the platform.
One of the most common issues faced by the users is, MetaMask stuck on loading screen.
Fix MetaMask had trouble starting this error could be intermittent, so try restarting the extension.
MetaMask App stuck on diamond or won't load on iOS or Android devices.
Not able to load tokens due to the error message about the “token being already added”.
MetaMask stuck on connection.
Issues with your Ledger hardware device.
MetaMask stuck in queue.
Stuck on a pending transaction in your account.
Out of these mentioned issues, you can fix some of them without having to struggle. But some major issues have required to do struggle to fix such as, not loading tokens, App won't load, and MetaMask stuck on looking for the ledger and pending transaction. It is required to know the reason behind that and tips to troubleshoot that issue. And if you want to fix any of these major issues, then take a dive with us in our further sections of this article.
Tips to fix MetaMask App won't load:
Follow these simple tips to prevent the issue of MetaMask stuck on diamond or App won’t load,
Restart your mobile device and then try to launch the app again.
Go ahead to the “Apps Management” section in your settings, and then clear all cached data of the MetaMask App.
Make sure that the internet connection you are using is good and stable. If not, then first try to fix it.
Force close and then reopen the app.
Delete and then re-install the app.
Make sure you're using the latest version of the MetaMask App.
Update your mobile software to the latest version (if any update is available).
Troubleshooting process for MetaMask not loading tokens
If you face an error that shows-“token having already been added” when trying to add a new token, then you can fix this error by following the given below instructions.
Note: This process is only for Chromium-based browsers such as Chrome, Brave, and Edge.
Hit on the extension icon on your desktop.
Now, from the list of available extensions, click on the three dots icon that is located next to the “MetaMask”.
Select “This can read and change site data”.
Select the “On All Sites” option instead of “on docs.googles.com” or “When You Click the Extension”.
Troubleshooting tips for MetaMask stuck on looking for Ledger
Follow these simple tips to prevent the issue of MetaMask stuck on looking for Ledger,
First of all, make sure that you're following the correct process to connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your MetaMask account.
Ensure that, your device is properly connected to your desktop or laptop or the cable you are using is not damaged.
Make sure that, the Ethereum (ETH) App on your Ledger device is running on the latest version.
Remove and then again add the extension through https://metamask.io/.
Close your Ledger Live App, when using your Ledger Wallet with MetaMask (if it is working or opened in the background tabs).
Make sure that, you are using the most up-to-date firmware version on your Ledger Hardware Wallet.
Update your browser.
Open the Ethereum App on your Ledger device and then enabled the “Blind signing” option.
Try to reset your MetaMask account through the settings section. And once you reset, then restart your web browser and try again to connect your Ledger device.
Troubleshooting tips for MetaMask stuck pending transaction
Make sure that you have a sufficient amount of Ethereum (ETH) in your wallet for paying the required Gas fee. And if a sufficient amount of ETH is not available in your wallet, then you can add more to cover the required Gas fee.
Try to increase the price of the Gas fees.
Try to enable the “Customized Transaction Nonce” in your wallet settings.
If you are still facing the problem of MetaMask stuck on pending transaction after following the above tips, then try to reset your MetaMask Account. This function may help you in clearing all pending transactions on the platform.
Read - Fixing Stuck Pending Transactions on MetaMask
FAQs:
- How do I make MetaMask load faster?
You can make your MetaMask mobile App or browser extension load faster by following the given actions.
Clear all cached data on your mobile app or browser.
Delete all cookies on your web browser.
Update your MetaMask App, mobile software, or browser to the latest version.
Try to reset your MetaMask Account.
Shift your Ethereum network to another network and then back to the Ethereum network.
- How do I fix a stuck transaction MetaMask?
If you face an issue related to the MetaMask stuck on the transaction or pending transaction, then, first of all, make sure that you have a sufficient amount of gas fees available in your wallet. If not, then add a sufficient amount of ETH to your wallet. In case you still face issues after adding ETH then, you can try to reset your account.
- What is the fastest browser for MetaMask?
MetaMask Wallet Extension is currently supported on five different web browsers including Google Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Opera, and Edge. And after conducting research, we get to know that Brave browser is one of the best and fastest browsers for using MetaMask Wallet because of its easy-to-use interface and cluttered free UI.
- Why does MetaMask take so long?
If you are thinking about the reason why does MetaMask transactions taking so long, then we want you to clarify that, it totally depends on the amount of your Gas fees. If you pay the low Gas fee then, MetaMask transactions can take more time, while paying the higher Gas fee can reduce the time and speed up your transactions.
Bottom Line:
Overall, using MetaMask Wallets is a great way to broadcast transactions, store and manage, send, and receive Ethereum (ETH) based crypto tokens. And if you face any major issues (mentioned by us in this write-up) related to MetaMask stuck or MetaMask not connecting while using the platform, then you can try to follow the tips mentioned by us in the further sections of this article.