[FreeStyle Libre 3] App is not working

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Barbara Pernitza
10 months ago In FreeStyle Libre 3
App is not working

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10 months ago

Hi! I’m Frank Taylor, here to help you get your FreeStyle Libre 3 app working smoothly again. To start, could you tell me a bit more about what exactly is happening with the app? For example, does it crash immediately, fail to open, not connect to the sensor, or show an error message? Any details will help me guide you better.

While you share that, here are some general troubleshooting steps tailored for your Android 10 device using the WebKit browsing environment:

1. Restart your phone – a simple reboot can clear minor glitches affecting the app.

2. Clear the app cache:
- Go to your phone’s Settings > Apps > FreeStyle Libre (or LibreLink depending on the app name).
- Tap Storage and then Clear cache (do not choose "Clear data" yet as that may remove saved info).

3. Check Bluetooth settings:
- Make sure Bluetooth is turned on because the app communicates with the sensor via Bluetooth.
- Also, verify the phone isn’t in airplane mode and that Bluetooth permissions are allowed for the app.

4. Update the app:
- Go to Google Play Store and confirm that you have the latest version of the FreeStyle Libre app installed.

5. Check sensor range:
- The sensor needs to be within about 33 feet (10 meters) of your phone for communication. Ensure you’re close enough when trying to scan.

If you’ve tried some or all of these already, please let me know which ones, and what the app’s behavior is. I’ll then guide you with some deeper troubleshooting or next steps.

Does this sound good so far?

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