"After about ten mins working on a document, it freezes, then the app crashes. Everything else still works fine - no problems in other apps. After a few nonstop attempts to reopen pages, it comes back, and usually, I haven't lost any work. I've tried:
- Excerpted from Apple Discussions
Does your iPad keep crashing? If yes, you may wonder: Why does my iPad crash all the time? And how do I fix my iPad from crashing? No worries! This comprehensive guide will solve all these problems without a hassle.
Why is my iPad crashing? Guess you may have a problem with the reasons for the iPad constantly crashing. Below are several possible reasons for the unfriendly user experience on iPad.
Here are 10 methods to fix the "iPad keeps crashing" issue. It is recommended to follow the steps in order, starting with the simplest and safest methods, and gradually moving on to more advanced solutions.
A force restart can quickly clear temporary system errors and is the first step in solving iPad app crash issues. Here are the steps:
iPad with Home button: Press and hold the "Home" button + "Power" button simultaneously until the Apple logo appears.
iPad without Home button: Quickly press the "Volume Up" → "Volume Down" → and then press and hold the "Power" button until the Apple logo appears.
Another way to fix the old iPad keeps crashing error is to update it to the latest iPadOS version. To do that, follow the steps below:
Step 1. Connect your iPad to a nearby power source and back up your iPad before upgrading.
Step 2. Ensure to connect your iPad to a stable and fast Wi-Fi network.
Step 3. Open "Settings" > "General" > "Software Update", and the iPad will automatically check for any updates available.
Step 4. If there's a newer version, tap the "Download and Install" button to download the update.
Step 5. Click "Install Now" to upgrade the iPadOS right now.
If the battery is in poor condition, it will cause problems like the iPad constantly crashing, too. To fix this, you can check the battery health status from "Settings" > "Battery" > "Battery Health". Consider replacing it with a new Apple-authorized battery if the battery requires services.
As mentioned above, not enough storage space on the iPad may also lead to the iPad's crashing issue. So, you can free up some space on your device to make it run more smoothly.
Here are the steps:
Step 1. Go to "Settings" > "General" > "iPad Storage".
Step 2. You will see a list of items that the device recommends you delete.
Step 3. Remove the unused apps, videos, and large files to ensure you leave at least 1GB of free space on your device.
Too many background apps can consume memory resources, causing the system to be overloaded and leading to crashes. To clear background apps, follow the steps below:
Step 1. Press the "Home" button twice on the Home screen to check the recent apps in the multitasking window.
Step 2. Swipe up an app preview to close it.
Step 3. After closing app background apps, click the "Home" button to return to the Home screen.
If only specific apps keep crashing, the problem likely lies with the app itself rather than the system.
To delete and reinstall apps from your iPad:
Step 1. Open "Settings" > "General" > "iPad Storage".
Step 2. Choose the app you want to remove and tap the "Delete App" button.
Step 3. If prompted, confirm your operation as required.
Step 4. Once deleted, open the App Store app, search for the app name you want to reinstall, and hit the "Install" button when it appears in the results.
To update apps on the iPad:
Step 1. Open App Store from the Home screen and scroll to the bottom to click "Updates".
Step 2. Tap the "Update" button next to an individual app to update it, or hit "Update All" if you want to update multiple apps at once.
Incorrect or corrupted system settings may cause iPad instability. Resetting settings can solve the problem without deleting data.
Here is how to reset all settings on your iPad:
Step 1. Go to "Settings" > "General" > "Reset" > "Reset All Settings" and enter the passcode if asked.
Step 2. Next, confirm the operation with the on-screen prompts.
If your iPad keeps crashing and the standard fixes don't resolve the issue, a relatively higher-success-rate way of repairing the iPad keeps crashing issue is iOS System Recovery. It is easy and safe to use without data loss. Apart from the iPad constantly crashing issue, it also fixes other iOS system problems, such as boot loop, battery drain, activation issue, black/red/white/blue screen of death, etc.
The key features of iOS System Recovery:
* Repair your iOS devices to normal on Windows and Mac without data loss, including iPad keeps crashing, charge issue, disabled/locked iPhone, stuck on Apple logo/DFU mode/recovery mode, etc.
* Upgrade and downgrade the iPad software to a supported iOS version.
* Standard and Advanced repairing modes fulfill customized needs.
* Widely compatible with all iPad models (iPadOS 26 supported), like the new iPad mini, iPad 11, iPad Pro, iPad Air, etc.
How to fix iPad keeps crashing without data loss?
01Install and open the software on your computer, and connect your iPad to the computer using a USB cable. Then, tap "More tools" > "iOS System Recovery" on the interface.
02The app will automatically detect your iPad crashing issue and display it on the interface. After that, click "Start" to continue.
03Confirm the iPad information as displayed. If incorrect, pick the correct information from the drop-down list. Later, tap "Repair" to fix the iPad keep crashing issue immediately.
If the previous methods don't work, you can try restoring the factory settings to completely clear system errors. Note that this will erase all data, so make sure to back up in advance.
Here is how to factory reset your iPad:
Step 1. Run the "Settings" app on your iPad and tap "General".
Step 2. Scroll down to click "Reset" > "Erase All Content and Settings" > provide your passcode when prompted.
Step 3. Tap "Erase" and confirm the operation.
If all the above methods don't work for your device, you can take it to the nearby Apple Store to get it repaired. Also, you can report the issue to your carrier and bring the AppleCare warranty with you if possible.
Do these solutions work for fixing the iPad keeps crashing problem? We hope you will be free from trouble after following our tutorial. Before taking your problematic iPad to the Apple Store, I strongly recommend trying iOS System Recovery for a higher success rate and safe operation without data loss.
If you have another effective trick for the iPad crashing issue, you can share it with us in the comments.
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