[FIXED] Unfortunately Google Play Services Stopped Error

Android is a well known mobile operating system that many believed it to be the most stable one of all. Unfortunately, Android does have a fair share of issues that can be frustrating for some of us. One of the most common Android issues that many have trouble finding a solution is the error with Google Play services.

From time to time, some Android users will experience a pop-up Google Play service error. In that error, it states “Unfortunately, Google Play Services has Stopped,” meaning that the crucial parts of Google’s Play services are not working. This is can happen most especially if you’re trying to play a game app or launch an app that depends on Google Play services with an outdated system.

If you’re suffering from this error, then here are a few working fixes that you can do to fix it.

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How to Fix Unfortunately Google Play Services has Stopped Error

Here’s how to fix the ‘Unfortunately Google Play Services has stopped’ error.

1. Restart device
2. Make sure Google Play Services is up to date
3. Clear cache & data from Google Play Services
4. Clear the cache & data of the Play Store
5. Check your data connection
6. Factory reset

Fixing the Google Play has stopped error is easy, however, there are some cases that it becomes unfixable.

Google Play Services simply functions by connecting apps to other Google services. Furthermore, it is best to note that Google Play Services isn’t the same as the Google Play Store app, and is included with Android.

Additionally, it doesn’t drain the device battery faster or even consumes mobile data plan. You also can’t force stop or uninstall Google Play services.

If you’re suffering from this error with your Android smartphone or tablet, here are 6 easy steps to fix this problem.

1. Restart device

Sometimes, a simple device reboot will do the trick. There are instances where the Google Play services are bugged for some reason which prevents some apps from functioning properly. A simple device restart to flush out the cache, RAM, and make the system do a clean boot sometimes fixes this issue.

If this does not fix the issue, proceed to the next method.

2. Make sure Google Play Services is up to date

Outdated Google Play services is also a common culprit that causes such error. To update the Google Play services of your device:

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app .
2. Tap Apps & notifications  See all apps.
3. Scroll down and tap Google Play Services.
4. Scroll down and tap App Details.
5. Tap Update or Install. If you don’t see these options, follow the steps in Step 2 and Step 3.

3. Clear cache & data from Google Play Services

In some cases, restarting or updating is not an applicable fix. You can try clearing the cache and data of your devices’ Google Play Services.

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app .
2. Tap Apps & notifications  See all apps.
3. Scroll down and tap Google Play Services.
4. Tap Storage  Clear Cache.
5. Tap Manage Space  Clear all Data.
6. Open the Google Play Store .
7. Wait for 5 minutes, then try your download again.

4. Clear the cache & data of the Play Store

Another method that also works as a fix for this issue is by clearing the cache and data of the actual Google Play store. By doing so, this gives the app a fresh start and can help fix issues.

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app  
2. Tap Apps & notifications  See all apps.
3. Scroll down and tap Google Play Store 
4. Tap Storage  Clear Cache.
5. Tap Clear data.
6. Re-open the Play Store, and try your download again.

5. Check your data connection

Ensure that your device is connected to a strong data connection. It’s best if you can connect to a stable Wi-Fi network or if you don’t have access to Wi-Fi, make sure you have a strong mobile data connection.

6. Factory reset

If all the method we mentioned above fails, then your last hope to fix this Google Play service issue is by performing a device factory reset.

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app .
2. Look for advance settings or account settings.
3. Look for Factory reset option.
4. Select Factory reset.

Note: Do note that doing this method will erase every data stored on your device. This includes contacts, messages, pictures, etc. Files that are not in there when you first got the device.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Fixing Google Play Services Error

Google Play Services is basically a feature that keeps the apps installed on your device updated at all times and are running smoothly on Android devices.

On more latest handset models, we rarely encounter any issues with Google Play Service. Most of the times, issues like this are likely to occur on really old Android devices.

Google is aware of this issue and its number one recommendation to fix it is to update the services. If you don’t have an internet connection at home, then this can really be an unsolvable problem.

Do you have questions, comments, or suggestions? Do let us know in the comment section below!