Are you seeing “Something went wrong” when you enter an Unlinked Store Code? In this guide, we will look at the Unlinked Not Working problem. I will also provide you with the best Unlinked alternatives.
Unlinked has become extremely popular among the cord-cutters. People use it to install various third-party apps that aren’t available in their streaming device’s App Store.
It’s not uncommon for apps like Unlinked to run into problems from time to time. Sometime the Unlinked apps shows “Something went wrong” after users enter the Unlinked Codes.
Popular file-sharing/bulk downloader app Filelinked was also shut down by ACE (Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment).
However, these issues have been temporary with Unlinked as of now. There’s no news of Unlinked shutting down.
We will update this post as we learn more about the Unlinked not working problem.
How to Fix Unlinked Not Working Issue
I have included some troubleshooting methods down below that you can try to fix Unlinked not Working on FireStick & other devices.
1. Make Sure Unlinked App is Up-to-Date
If you’re using an outdated or older version of the Unlinked app, you could run into Unlinked not working issues. More often than not, updating to the latest version will resolve the Unlinked not working issue.
Unlinked has Auto update feature, which means the app auto updates whenever there’s a new update available. Otherwise, you should see a prompt asking you to Update the app.
To check if the app is up-to-date, go to Unlinked Main Menu Bar on the Left > Settings
You will find the version number as shown in the screenshot below.
If the app is not updated, please uninstall the Unlinked app and then re-install it by following our guide: How to install Unlinked
Here’s how you can uninstall Unlinked:
1. From FireStick home screen, go to Settings (Gear icon)
2. Click Applications
3. Choose Manage Installed Applications
4. Scroll down to Unlinked and click it
5. Click Uninstall
6. Click Uninstall again to confirm
2. Ensure You have Typed the Unlinked Library Codes Correctly
This may seem obvious but entering the Unlinked codes correctly is crucial for them to fetch the correct data. Sometimes, we may end up adding extra space to the codes.
Please make sure you type the codes correctly and there isn’t any extra space before or after typing the codes.
3. Allow Unlinked to Install Apps
If you are able to download apps from Unlinked but are unable to install them, you must allow Unlinked to install apps under your device settings. This will allow it to install apps from 3rd party sources. Here are the steps:
1. Go to FireStick Settings (Gear Icon)
2. Open My Fire TV
3. Choose Developer Options.
4. Click Install unknown apps.
5. Turn the option ON for Unlinked.
4. Clear Cached Libraries within Unlinked App
Unlinked has a feature that allows you to clear cached libraries. cache can build up to a sizeable amount if you have been using Unlinked for a while and have added several codes. Clearing cached libraries will help you get rid of cached data.
Here’s how you can do that:
1. Once you are on the Unlinked home screen, press the Left button of the navigation ring on your FireStick remote. This will open up the Main Menu bar on the left.
2. Go to Settings
3. On the right select Clear Cache
4. Once cache clears, you will see a message below saying:
Cache cleared please go back to home page to see updates.
This will only take a second.
5. Clear Cache from FireStick Settings
As I have mentioned before, large amount of cache can accumulate over time as we use Apps. Clear Cache will remove any unnecessary files that may be weighing down the Unlinked app.
Follow these simple steps to clear cache for Unlinked app on FireStick:
1. From FireStick home screen, go to Settings (Gear icon)
2. Click Applications
3. Choose Manage Installed Applications
4. Scroll down to Unlinked and click it
5. Click Clear Cache
6. Clear Data for Unlinked App
Clearing data will reset your Unlinked app. This will delete all data, saved Library codes, etc. So, only do this if have kept a back up of the information beforehand. It’s almost like uninstalling and re-installing the app.
If you’re all-in on clearing Unlinked App data, here’s how to do so:
1. From FireStick home screen, go to Settings (Gear icon)
2. Click Applications
3. Choose Manage Installed Applications
4. Scroll down to Unlinked and click it
5. Click Clear data
6. Click Clear data again
7. Use Unlinked Alternatives
If you encounter “something went wrong” error even after you’ve made sure your Unlinked app is updated and you have typed the code correctly, this is probably an internal issue with Unlinked.
In that case, you will have to wait until the developers find a solution through app updates and bug fixes. In the meantime, you can try other working alternatives for Unlinked to install various apps.
I have included the best Unlinked Alternatives below. These work devices like Amazon Firestick, Fire TV, and Android devices.
And they work just like Unlinked.
1. Downloader App
Downloader App is probably the most popular side-loading tool used by cord-cutters across the World. With Downloader introducing downloader codes, it works great as an Unlinked alternative too.
The ease of use that this app offers is unmatchable. This is the most stable app and has been there for years. I simply can’t do without the Downloader app.
We’ve compiled a list of the Best Downloader Codes for quick installation of Movies, TV Shows, Sports, Live TV, Utility, and other apps. Check our Best Downloader Codes List HERE.
2. FileSynced
FileSynced is yet another Unlinked Alternative for installing various streaming apps, utility apps, etc.
Just like FileLinked, you can enter FileSynced codes to install your preferred apps for movies, shows, live TV, and more.
There’s a Trending section in the app, which hosts various apps that are trending at the moment. You can install apps from there even if you do not have codes.
It has an easy-to-use interface. You can install apps in seconds.
Check our Best FileSynced Codes List HERE.
3. AppLinked
AppLinked was the first FileLinked replacement to come out when Filelinked went down.
You can install apps for Movies, TV Shows, and much more through this app.
The AppLinked home page features various categories such as Public Store, movies, TV shows, live TV, Adult, Mixed Content, and more.
You simply have to choose a category and install the app you want.
Check our Best AppLinked Codes List HERE
In Summary – Unlinked Not Working
Hope these solutions were helpful to fix the Unlinked not working issue. If not, please use the Unlinked alternative apps meanwhile. They will get the job done just as well.
Hi, I am Alyssa! I am a tech enthusiast and a blogger. I have been using Kodi and FireStick since 2016. I wanted to share my latest tech discoveries and knowledge with the World, which led me to start this blog in 2021. I post in-depth how-to guides for FireStick devices & Kodi in a way that is easy to understand for people of all ages. Thanks for stopping by!
