FIX: Something went wrong error on Twitter

by Madalina Dinita

Former Managing Editor

Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer. She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies -- AI and DNA computing in... Read more

Updated: May 4, 2021

Posted: Mar 22, 2019

Affiliate Disclosure

922

Share

X

Twitter is the social media platform used for distributing short messages across the world. A platform that allows us to tweet whatever we wish, be it the latest news or letting your peers know you’re on vacation.

Twitter also reaffirms its role as a tool for the spread of information. With high-profile users reaching out to literally thousands upon thousands of followers to get their message across be it a humanitarian cause or the latest trends.

Having millions of monthly active users, with numbers on the rise as time passes, Twitter is a growing network for everyone around the world. From the common user to aspiring journalists, and to companies whose social networking presence is part of their media strategies.

So you’re on your mobile device or computer, and in the mood for tweeting something, but all of a sudden you’re greeted by Something went wrong message. Fortunately for you, we have a few solutions that might help you fix this problem.

Fix: Something went wrong but don’t fret — it’s not your fault

1. Clear the browser cache
2. Edit your layout
3. Use Incognito mode

1. Clear the browser cache

A simple method involves going to your browser settings and clearing up your cache and cookies. For a better sweep of Twitter cookies, you can use CCleaner for better results. This should help with your login.

• Download CCleaner free edition

2. Edit your layout

Another solution involves some quick editing to the page layout, found on a Reddit thread. This solution works for consent_violation_flow errors.

1. When you open the page, right-click it and choose Inspect.
   
2. Open up the code and keep deleting elements until you’re left with just the header bar.
3. After doing that, simply log out as usual.

3. Use Incognito mode

If previous workarounds didn’t help, try using Incognito mode, which disables local data from being stored on your machine. To open Incognito mode, do the following:

1. Open your browser.
2. Click the Menu icon in the top-right corner and choose New incognito window.
   
3. Check if the problem still persists.

If Incognito mode doesn’t work, you can try using a different web browser, and try to login with it.

Remember, if you’ve had your account suspended, follow up on community guidelines.

Have you faced problems with Something went wrong Twitter error? Let us know in the comment section.

RELATED STORIES TO CHECK OUT:

• SOLVED: Windows 10 Twitter app won’t open
• 4 best decentralized social networks to use in 2019
• Facebook tracks your location if your account is considered a threat