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Fix Twitch chat not connecting in 9 steps
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Updated onJuly 11, 2024
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Many people use this app to watch their favorite games, but some of them reported that Twitch chat is not loading.
This isn’t a big problem, but it can be annoying, especially if you want a full Twitch experience, so today we’re going to show you how to fix this issue.
Before showing you what to do to easily fix this issue, let’s take a look at some causes that explain why it can appear.
Why is the Twitch chat not loading/connecting?
It is always important to be aware of what stands behind your system errors, so we’ve compiled a dedicated list of reasons:
What can I do if Twitch chat isn’t loading/connecting?
1. Try a different browser
According to users, sometimes Twitch chat is not loading because your browser might possibly run into different troubles.
Apparently, several users reported that after switching toOpera GX, the problem was resolved.
By choosing Opera GX, you have integrated support for Twitch right on the sidebar. This feature allows you fast access to Twitch streaming or chat, without any loading issues.
Plus, this private and feature-rich browser will instantly load any website (and we do mean any, even the blocked ones due to its integrated VPN tool), thus allowing you to surpass any Twitch chat connection issues.
It’s worth mentioning this browser has extra protection that can solve different server connection problems.
Hence, you can connect to different servers around the world and bypass network issues on your PC.
Opera GX
2. Restart your router
In some instances, problems with Twitch chat can occur due to issues with your router. Glitches with your router can occur, and if you encounter them, you might have to restart your router.
Once your router boots, check if the problem is still there. This is a quick workaround, but several users reported that it works for them, so you might want to try it out.
3. Try using the Incognito mode
If you’re having issues with Twitch chat, the cause might be your extensions or cache. This can be a problem, but many users reported that you can troubleshoot the issue simply by opening Twitch while using Incognito mode.
In case you don’t know, Incognito Mode is a special segment of your browser that allows you to browse the web without any extensions and without using any cache, therefore it’s perfect for troubleshooting. To use Incognito mode, do the following:
Once the new window appears, open Twitch in it and check if the problem with Twitch chat is still there. If not, it means that your cache or your extensions are the problems.
4. Make sure that Twitch is added to whitelist in AdBlock
Many users use AdBlock in their browser, and as we previously mentioned, sometimes extensions such as AdBlock can interfere with certain websites. To fix the problem, be sure to temporarily disable AdBlock and check if that helps.
If disabling the AdBlock solves the problem, check your AdBlock settings and be sure to add Twitch to the exclusions list. After making these changes, check if the problem is still there.
5. Clear your cache
As we already mentioned, if Twitch chat isn’t loading on your PC, the issue can be your cache. To fix the problem, it’s advised that you clear your cache. Once the cache is removed, check if the problem with Twitch chat is still there.
You can also perform this task automatically by using specialized optimization and clean-up software. They can simplify the process and save you some time.
Dedicatedcookie cleaner softwareusually includes additional features that will take care of clutter beyond your browser.
They can scan and remove useless temp files, duplicates, and more. Having a clean PC can significantly increase performance.
This type of utility is generally easy-to-use. You just open, select what you want to scan for clutter, get a report, and decide what you want to delete and what you want to keep.
They take you through each step of the process with intuitive controls and easy-to-understand help sections.
6. Disable browser extensions
According to users, your browser extensions can sometimes cause this problem to appear. If Twitch chat isn’t loading in your browser, try disabling all extensions to prevent any interference. To do that, follow these steps:
If the issue doesn’t appear anymore, it’s certain that one of the disabled extensions is causing the problem. To pinpoint the cause, you’ll have to enable extensions one by one until you manage to recreate the problem.
Once you find the problematic extension, disable it or remove it from your browser and the issue should be resolved.
7. Disable your proxy
Using a proxy is a great way to protect your onlineprivacy, but sometimesWindows could not detect this network’s proxy settings
To fix the problem, it’s advised that you disable the proxy and check if that solves the issue. To disable proxy, you just need to do the following:
Once the proxy is disabled, check if the problem is still there. Many users reported that disabling their proxy fixed the problem with Twitch chat, so be sure to try that. If you’re still concerned about yourprivacy, we suggest using thebest VPN for Windows 10 PCs.
8. Disable the GIF emotes
A big part of Twitch chat is its emotes, and there’s a plethora of emotes to choose from. However, some users reported that GIF emotes can cause problems with Twitch chat and cause it to stop working.
To fix this problem, users are suggesting disabling GIF emotes completely.
After doing that, the problem with Twitch chat will be resolved and everything will start working again.
9. Change the DNS and flush your DNS cache
According to users, sometimes Twitch chat might not work due to your DNS. To fix the problem, users are suggesting changing the DNS.
After making these changes, check if the problem is still there. Bear in mind that now you’ll be using Google’s DNS so your latency might be a bit higher, especially if you don’t live in the US.
In addition to changing your DNS, some users are advising you to clear your DNS cache. This is quite simple, and you can do that by following the steps above.
After the command is executed, your cache will be cleared and the issue should be resolved.
What are the most common Twitch chat problems?
Twitch chat issues usually aren’t a big problem, but they can impact your viewing experience on Twitch. Speaking of Twitch chat, here are some common problems that users reported:
In most cases this issue is caused by your cache or extensions, so be sure to clear the cache and disable all extensions. If that doesn’t work, feel free to try all other solutions from this article.
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More about the topics:Twitch Errors,Twitch issues
Milan Stanojevic
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
