3 Ways to Fix iPhone Widgets Not Updating

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Common Fixes

Fix 1: Enable Location Permissions

If you’velimited app locationaccess to only while using them, their widgets may not update when you aren’t browsing the app. Tweaking the Location services for these apps should fix the widget not updating issue.

Step 1:OpenSettings> tapPrivacy> selectLocation Services.

Step 2:Tap your desired widget’s app in the list and set Allow Location Access toAlways.

Fix 2: Disable Low Data Mode

The Low Data Mode pauses automatic updates and restricts background activities such as refreshing the widget tosave mobile data. Disabling the feature refreshes the widget.

On Cellular Data: OpenMobile Dataunder Settings > pick yourData Plan> disable theLow Data Mode.

On Wi-Fi:AccessWi-Fi settings> select theactive connection> disable theLow Data Mode.

Fix 3: Enable Background App Refresh

Disabling background refresh for apps restricts them from updating their content in real-time. Go to iPhone settings and enableBackground App Refreshso the app can resume updating its widget.

Open iPhonesettings> scroll down to select the preferred app > enableBackground App Refresh.

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Last updated on 16 April, 2024

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