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Facebook Error Code 1: An Unknown Error Has Occurred
Get rid of Facebook error code 1 with easy steps
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you are frequently or repeatedly getting the problem:An unknown error has occurred code 1on Facebook, don’t worry. This article has efficient solutions that will help you.
In general, the Facebook error code 1 mostly occurs on the smartphone app. However, the same thing may happen on the web too. You will mostly get it on a known or a new device during log-in. You also may face the same error when logging into something else using Facebook.
Why is my Facebook saying unknown error when I try to log in?
When you try to log in on Facebook or even somewhere using the Facebook account, you may get a message like:Login failed [1]. This unknown error also may occur with Messenger with the same error code 1. It happens due to some common reasons. These are:
If you take care of these things, you can fix this error.
Error code 1 appears when users try to log into Facebook because of the app or website’s inability to connect with the server. This could be due to issues at users’ or Facebook’s end.
The error is commonly encountered on iPhones and iPads, but Windows users, too, have reported it on PCs.
How do I fix the Facebook error code 1?
Before we start making changes, here are a few quick tips and tricks that might work:
If none of these prerequisites work, move to the fixes listed next.
1. Clear the cache and data
If necessary, you can re-install the app. On iOS, you won’t find any way to clean the cache. So, you will need to re-install the app there.
After that, try to log in or use Facebook again. You will not face that unexpected error again.
2. Enable the permission
The third-party app or services require permission to do their normal operation. Otherwise, you may get the error code 1. In this case, you won’t have to modify permission on Facebook’s smartphone app.
But, if you cannot log in on Facebook, modifying permission may help sometimes.
3. Remove the third-party connected apps
4. Correct the date & time
5. Reset the network settings
After resetting the network, the login failed, and an unknown error should not occur again. Sometimes, improper network configurations may cause your device to communicate with the Facebook server properly. In this case, resetting the configuration should help.
How do I fix Facebook errors?
There are different types of errors you may face with Facebook. To fix them, there are specific methods. However, in general, clearing cache and cookies can help. Else, granting required permissions and using a stable internet connection also can be necessary.
If you use Facebook from a browser, make sure the web browser is up to date. Also, the Facebook apps on your smartphones should be updated regularly. In this way, you can fix common errors.
This article has explained how you can fixAn unknown error has occurred code 1on Facebook. If you have faced this problem and solved using a different method, you can let us know in the comment box.
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Hasibul Kabir
Windows Software Expert
Hasibul Kabir is a Tech-Enthusiast Blogger, Web Developer & Hobbyist Game Developer. Writing about Technology, mainly Windows, Mac, iOS, etc., is his main focus, besides doing some computer science-related work.
He loves exploring new technology and presenting it with simple words to the audience. When not at work, Hasibul plays video games, explores nature, tastes delicious foods, or learns new things.
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Hasibul Kabir
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He’s a tech enthusiast, web developer & hobbyist game developer with a keen eye for Windows errors & bugs.
