[Messenger Kids] When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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5 months ago

Hi! I’m Frank Taylor, here to help you with the Messenger Kids app issue you’re facing on your Android device. When you try to open a contact and see the message "can't load this thread info," it usually means there’s a problem loading the chat details for that contact.

Let’s work through some steps to get this sorted out:

1. Check your internet connection:
Ensure your device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data network. A weak or unstable connection can prevent threads from loading.

2. Restart the app:
Close the Messenger Kids app completely (clear it from recent apps) and then reopen it to see if the thread loads properly.

3. Restart your device:
Sometimes, a simple device restart can resolve temporary glitches.

4. Clear the app cache:
- Go to your device’s Settings > Apps > Messenger Kids.
- Tap on Storage > Clear Cache.
This won’t delete your messages but will clear temporary data that might be causing the issue.

5. Update the app:
Make sure you have the latest version of Messenger Kids installed. Visit the Google Play Store and check for updates.

6. Check account permissions:
Verify that the child’s account is properly set up and hasn’t been restricted or blocked from messaging the contact.

7. Try logging out and back in:
Sign out of Messenger Kids, then sign back in to refresh your account session.

If you have already tried some of these steps, could you let me know which ones? Also, do you notice this problem with all contacts or just specific ones? That info will help me guide you further.

Are you ready to try these steps, or do you want me to walk you through any particular one?

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5 months ago

When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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5 months ago

Thanks for confirming the error message. Since you mentioned the “we can't load this thread info” message appears when opening a contact, and you’re on Android 10 with WebKit browser environment, let’s try some specific steps to fix this:

1. Confirm Network Stability
Even though the message is thread-specific, connectivity issues can affect loading chats. Check your Wi-Fi or mobile data signal strength and try switching between them if possible.

2. Clear App Cache and Data
Since you’re on Android, clearing cache and app data can help:
- Open Settings on your device.
- Tap Apps & notifications (or just Apps).
- Find and select Messenger Kids.
- Go to Storage & cache.
- Tap Clear Cache first, then Clear Storage/Data.
Note: Clearing data will log the account out and may erase locally stored info, but your messages are stored on the server and should sync upon login.

3. Restart the Device
After clearing cache/data, restart your device to refresh background processes.

4. Re-login to Messenger Kids
Launch Messenger Kids after device restart and sign in again. This can resolve account sync issues causing thread loading problems.

5. Check for App Updates
Open the Google Play Store and ensure Messenger Kids is up to date.

6. Verify Account Permissions
Since Messenger Kids accounts are managed by parents, make sure the parent account hasn’t removed or restricted access to some contacts.

If these steps don’t work, there might be a deeper sync issue or server problem. At that point, contacting Messenger Kids support directly at [email protected] could be necessary.

Let me know if you want me to help guide you through any of these steps! Are you seeing this problem with all contacts or just specific ones?

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Joseph
5 months ago

When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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Joseph
5 months ago

When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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Joseph
5 months ago

When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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5 months ago

Hi again! I see the “can’t load this thread info” error persists when you open a contact in Messenger Kids on your Android 10 device. Thanks for your patience. I reviewed some recent insights related to this issue to help find a good fix.

A useful tip from other users who faced a similar issue is trying this inside the child’s account in the app:
- Tap the child’s profile picture at the top left
- Then choose “Switch Profiles”
- Select the child’s profile again to refresh the app's context and sync the threads properly

This trick sometimes forces the app to reload the thread data correctly1.

Additionally, since you’re on Android, verifying the following might help:

1. Clear Messenger Kids cache and storage as already suggested - this clears temporary data that could block thread loading.
2. Restart the device afterward.
3. Confirm the app is updated to the latest version from Google Play Store.
4. Verify that the parent-managed permissions haven’t restricted the particular contact or conversations.

If reloading the child’s profile inside the app doesn’t help and other steps don’t fix it, the problem may be with account sync or server side. At that point, contacting
[email protected] for direct support might be best to get the issue escalated and investigated further.

Please try the “Switch Profiles” step first and let me know if the threads load after that. I’m here to help you through each step! Are you seeing this error on all contacts or just specific ones?

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Joseph
5 months ago

When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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5 months ago

Hi! I see you’re facing the “We can't load this thread info” error when opening a contact in Messenger Kids on your Android 10 device. Based on what I've gathered, here’s a reliable solution that helped many users with the exact same problem:

### Step-by-step fix:
1. Switch Profiles within the Messenger Kids app:
- Open Messenger Kids and tap the child’s profile picture at the top left.
- Choose “Switch Profiles.”
- Instead of switching to a different profile, select the child’s profile again.
This process refreshes the app’s connection to the child’s account and can reload the threads properly.

2. Clear Cache and Storage:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Messenger Kids.
- Tap Storage & cache.
- Clear the Cache first, then clear Storage/Data.
Note: Clearing storage logs out the account but your messages will sync back from the server upon login.

3. Restart your device:
- After clearing cache/storage, restart your Android device to refresh all processes.

4. Update the app:
- Open the Google Play Store and check if Messenger Kids has an update available. Installing the latest version can fix bugs.

5. Verify parental account controls:
- Sometimes, parent-managed restrictions or changes can affect messaging threads. Confirm that the child’s permissions haven’t been changed to block specific contacts.

If after these steps the problem continues, it may be a deeper sync or server-side issue that requires contacting Messenger Kids support at [email protected].

Does this sound good? Would you like me to guide you through any of these steps? Also, are you seeing this problem with all contacts or only certain ones? That info can help narrow down the cause.

Here’s the helpful source where the "Switch Profiles" trick was shared by other users: 1.

Let me know how it goes!

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Joseph
5 months ago

When i open a contact it says we can't load this thread info

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Frank Taylor

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5 months ago

Hi! I see you’re still getting the “we can't load this thread info” message when opening a contact in Messenger Kids on your Android 10 device. Since there’s no new search data right now, let’s focus on some essential steps that often resolve this issue:

1. Switch Profiles within the app:
- Open Messenger Kids.
- Tap the child’s profile picture at the top left.
- Select “Switch Profiles” and then switch back to the child’s profile to refresh the app’s data.

2. Clear Cache and App Data:
- Go to your device’s Settings > Apps > Messenger Kids.
- Tap on Storage & Cache.
- Choose Clear Cache, then Clear Storage (this signs out the account but messages will sync back).

3. Restart your device:
- A simple restart can refresh system services and fix minor glitches.

4. Update Messenger Kids:
- Check the Google Play Store for updates to ensure you’re running the latest version.

5. Check parental controls:
- Confirm the parent account permissions allow access to the contact and thread.

If these steps don’t resolve the problem, the issue might be related to account syncing or server-side problems. In that case, contacting Messenger Kids support at [email protected] will be the best next step.

Are you seeing this error for all contacts or only certain ones? And have you tried any of the steps above already? I’m here to help you through!

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