How to Fix Galaxy S26 Facebook App Keeps Crashing After Update

Galaxy S26 Facebook App Keeps Crashing After Update usually means the app cache is corrupted, WebView or Google Play services needs an update, or battery restrictions are breaking Facebook background processes. Try the fixes below if Facebook opens then closes, freezes, or crashes repeatedly on the Galaxy S26 lineup after an update.

Fix #1: Force stop Facebook and reboot the phone

A clean restart often clears temporary app instability after system updates.

Go to Settings > Apps > Facebook.
Tap Force stop.
Restart your Galaxy S26.
Open Facebook again and test basic use.

Fix #2: Clear Facebook cache and data

Bad local data is a common reason Facebook starts crashing after firmware changes.

Open Settings > Apps > Facebook > Storage.
Tap Clear cache.
If needed, tap Clear data.
Sign back in and test the app again.

Fix #3: Update Facebook and its Android dependencies

Facebook depends on several Android components that need to stay current after an update.

Open the Play Store.
Update Facebook, Android System WebView, Chrome, and Google Play services.
Restart the phone.
Test Facebook on Wi-Fi and mobile data.

Fix #4: Remove battery restrictions from Facebook

Battery rules can interfere with media loading, notifications, and session stability.

Go to Settings > Apps > Facebook > Battery.
Choose an unrestricted or less restrictive option if available.
Remove Facebook from sleeping app lists.
Try the app again.

Fix #5: Free up storage and clear memory pressure

Low storage can make large social apps unstable, especially after updates.

Go to Battery and device care.
Free up storage if the phone is nearly full.
Close heavy apps.
Open Facebook again.

Fix #6: Reinstall Facebook if crashes continue

A fresh installation often fixes a damaged app package faster than deeper troubleshooting.

Uninstall Facebook.
Restart the phone.
Install the latest version from the Play Store.
Sign in again and test videos, comments, and notifications.