3 Quick Ways to Fix Hulu if The Buttons Are Not Working

Hulu buttons may not work if the server is down

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Key notes

  • For online streaming, Hulu is a popular subscription service providing viewers with on-demand streaming videos of movies, television shows, and so forth.
  • There are times when Hulu buttons will not work, most especially during Hulu server downtime.
  • You can explore more reasons and steps to fix this issue.

Several users have reported that the Hulu buttons are not working, which they experience while trying to stream their favorite Hulu show or movie.

Some lament they could not get past the login page due to the Hulu login button not working. For others, they claim the Hulu play button may not work or the Hulu pause button not working is the issue.

If you encounter any of these problems, worry less, as this article will provide you with quick ways to fix your Hulu buttons not working.

Why can’t I click any buttons on Hulu?

  • Incorrect Hulu Account: The primary reason why some users complained about the Hulu login button not working issue is that the login details are wrong. If you enter the wrong Hulu account username or password, this error will continue to repeat itself. Moreover, errors are bound to happen since there are multiple online services to keep track of.
  • Expired Hulu Subscription: Another reason you experience Hulu not showing a play button is that your Hulu account is on hold or your subscription has ended.
  • Server Problems: There are times when streaming servers experience downtime. It is possible that your Hulu buttons will not work. You only need to be patient until the servers are restored for good service.

How do I fix my Hulu buttons if they’re not working?

1. Reload your Hulu web page

  1. Swipe down from the top of your Web page or click the reload icon of your browser.
  2. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl + R simultaneously (for Windows).
  3. Also, you can close your Hulu page and log in again.

Any of the steps above can be employed to reload your Hulu page. You can now try using your Hulu buttons to see if the problem persists.

2. Install Hulu app updates

  1. Go to Google Play/iOS app store where you initially installed the Hulu app.
  2. From there, search for the Hulu app.
  3. Check if there is an update. (If there is, click the Update icon)

3. Check Hulu’s server status

As said above, you might not be the only one experiencing this issue. Other users will have raised the same concerns if Hulu’s server is down.

Hence, you can check Hulu’s comments section and live map on DownDetector’s page to know the issue and the solution whenever it is discussed.

How do you reset the bar on Hulu?

If the progress bar on Hulu won’t budge, then you should try rebooting your phone. Doing this can help you reset the bar on Hulu.

Hopefully, the fixes above should help you get your Hulu buttons working correctly in a suitable application.

For Windows users, check our detailed guide on fixing the Hulu Windows 10 app not working for further assistance.

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