How to Fix "Posts Aren't Loading Right Now" on Twitter

Nothing grinds your scrolling to a halt faster than that frustrating little message: "Posts aren't loading right now." One minute you’re catching up on the latest conversations, and the next, you're staring at an empty feed. This guide will walk you through exactly how to troubleshoot this common Twitter error, starting with the simplest fixes and moving on to more specific solutions. We’ll get your feed back up and running so you can get back to what matters.

First Things First: Is It Twitter or Is It You?

Before you start digging into your device settings, let's figure out where the problem is coming from. Often, the issue isn't on your end at all. Running through these quick checks can save you a lot of time and frustration.

Step 1: Check Twitter's Server Status

Massive platforms like X host millions of users at once, and sometimes, their servers just fall over. A problem on their end means nothing you do will fix it until their engineers get it sorted out. So, your first move should always be to confirm if X is experiencing a widespread outage.

How do you check? You have a couple of solid options:

• Official Channels: Keep an eye on the official @Support account if it's accessible. If the platform is having major issues, this is often one of the first places they post updates.
• Third-Party Outage Trackers: Websites like Downdetector are invaluable. These sites gather user-submitted problem reports in real-time, so you can see if thousands of other people are suddenly reporting the same "posts aren't loading" issue. If you see a huge spike on the graph, it's safe to assume the issue is with Twitter's infrastructure. In that case, the only solution is to wait it out.

Step 2: Check Your Internet Connection

It sounds almost too simple, but a flaky internet connection is one of the most common reasons for loading errors. Your device might show that it's connected, but the connection itself could be weak, slow, or unstable. Here’s a quick-fire checklist to rule it out:

• Try a Different App or Website: Can you load a news website or open Instagram? If other apps and sites are also failing to load, the problem is your network, not X.
• Switch Networks: If you're on Wi-Fi, try switching to your mobile data. If you’re on mobile data, connect to a trusted Wi-Fi network. If the feed loads on one network but not the other, you've found the source of your problem.
• Run a Speed Test: Use a tool like Speedtest.net to check your connection speed. If your download speed is extremely low or your latency (ping) is very high, your network is struggling to fetch new data from Twitter’s servers.
• Restart Your Router: The classic "turn it off and on again" works wonders for routers. Unplug it for about 30 seconds, plug it back in, and give it a few minutes to re-establish a connection.

If X is up and your internet is working perfectly, it's time to look at your specific device or app settings.

Time to Clear Things Out: Cache and Data Fixes

Every time you use an app, it stores temporary data called a "cache" to help things load faster next time. This is usually helpful, but over time, this cached data can become corrupted or outdated, causing weird glitches like an empty feed. Clearing it out forces the app to download fresh, current data.

How to Clear Your App Cache on Mobile

The process is slightly different depending on whether you’re on an Android or an iPhone.

For Android Users:

1. Open your device's Settings app.
2. Tap on "Apps" or "Apps &, notifications".
3. Find and tap on X (or Twitter) from the list of apps. You may need to tap "See all apps."
4. Tap on "Storage &, cache".
5. You'll see two options. Tap the "Clear cache" button. Do not tap "Clear storage" or "Clear data," as this will log you out and delete all your settings. The cache is just temporary files, clearing it is safe and won't delete your account data.
6. Now, close and reopen the X app to see if your feed loads.

For iPhone (iOS) Users:

Apple doesn't offer a simple "clear cache" button for individual apps like Android does. The most effective way to clear a stubborn cache on an iPhone is to "offload" the app. This deletes the app itself but keeps your documents and data. When you reinstall it, you get a completely fresh version without losing your login credentials.

1. Go to Settings >, General >, iPhone Storage.
2. Scroll down until you find the X app and tap on it.
3. Tap "Offload App." Confirm your choice. This will free up storage used by the app but keep your login information and any in-app data.
4. The app will now look "grayed out" on your home screen with a small cloud icon next to it. Tap the icon to reinstall the app.
5. Once reinstalled, open it. This process gives you a clean slate while keeping you logged in.

How to Clear Your Browser Cache on Desktop

If you're using X on a laptop or desktop computer, the same cache principle applies. Old browser data can prevent the latest version of the website from loading correctly. Here’s how to clear it in the most common browsers.

For Google Chrome:

1. Click the three dots in the top-right corner of the window.
2. Go to More tools >, Clear browsing data.
3. A new window will open. In the "Time range" dropdown, select "All time."
4. Make sure to only check the box for "Cached images and files." You can uncheck "Browsing history" and "Cookies and other site data" if you don’t want to be logged out of other websites.
5. Click the "Clear data" button.
6. Reload the Twitter/X tab.

For Safari:

1. With Safari open, click on "Safari" in the top menu bar, then select "Settings..." (or "Preferences...").
2. Go to the "Advanced" tab.
3. At the bottom, check the box that says "Show Develop menu in menu bar."
4. Close the settings window. You'll now see a "Develop" option in your top menu bar.
5. Click on Develop and select "Empty Caches."
6. Refresh the X tab, and you should be good to go.

Checking Your App and Account Settings

If purging the cache didn't work, the next step is to investigate the app settings, your account status, and external factors that might be blocking content from loading.

Update the X App

Running an outdated version of the app is a recipe for bugs. Developers constantly release updates to patch security holes, improve performance, and fix known issues - including loading problems. Head over to the App Store (iOS) or the Google Play Store (Android), search for "X," and see if there’s an "Update" button waiting for you. If there is, install it immediately. For other account maintenance tasks, you might also be interested in learning how to delete Twitter posts.

Log Out and Log Back In

This simple fix can solve a surprising number of account-related glitches. Logging out officially ends your current session with Twitter's servers. Logging back in establishes a new, clean session, which can resolve any temporary token or authentication errors that were preventing your feed data from syncing properly. It acts as a soft reset for your account's connection to the service.

Check for VPN and Ad-Blocker Interference

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and ad-blockers are fantastic tools for privacy, but they can sometimes be overly aggressive. A VPN might be routing your traffic through a server that X has temporarily blocked due to suspicious activity, and an ad-blocker might mistakenly identify parts of the feed as an ad and block it from loading.

To check if this is the issue:

• Temporarily disable your VPN. Re-open X and see if the posts load now. If they do, the problem is with your VPN's server. Try switching to a different server location in your VPN app.
• Temporarily disable your ad-blocker extension in your browser (or for the X app specifically). Refresh the page or restart the app. If the feed appears, you'll need to whitelist X in your ad-blocker's settings to prevent it from happening again.

Beware of Twitter's Rate Limits

After a significant rise in data scraping, Twitter introduced fairly aggressive "rate limits", which restrict the number of posts a user can see per day. While these limits are primarily aimed at unverified and new accounts, occasional bugs have caused them to affect regular users.

If you've been scrolling a lot, the platform might temporarily stop showing you new posts and display a "Rate Limit Exceeded" message or simply show the "Posts aren't loading" error. Unlike other issues, there's no technical fix for this - the only solution is to wait it out. The limit usually resets within a few hours or, at most, 24 hours.

Final Thoughts

Facing the "Posts Aren't Loading Right Now" error can be disruptive, but it's rarely a permanent problem. By methodically working through these steps - checking server status, verifying your connection, clearing your cache, and updating your app - you can diagnose and solve the issue in most cases, getting your feed back in order without much fuss.

Dealing with unpredictable app glitches is a constant challenge for social media managers and creators alike. That's why we built Postbase with rock-solid reliability at its core. When your content calendar is on the line, you can’t afford posts that mysteriously fail to publish or deal with a constantly buggy interface. We designed our platform so you have a stable, predictable space to manage, schedule, and analyze your content across all social platforms, even when the native apps are misbehaving. This focus lets you worry less about troubleshooting and more about creating compelling content that connects with your audience.