Kindle Paperwhite Application Error: Easy Ways to Fix it

Power cycling you device should fix this

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Kindle Paperwhite is a popular e-reader that allows you to download and read e-books from Amazon. That said, several Kindle users have reported the applicationerrorwhen using the reader.

As per the reports on Amazon’s official forum, the applicationerroris temporary and can randomly occur when the device is in use. Performing a power cycle has fixed theerrorfor many.

In this article, we have listed a couple of troubleshooting tips to help you resolve the applicationerrorin Kindle Paperwhite.

Why does my Kindle keep saying application error?

Below are some of the reasons you’re getting the Kindle Paperwhite application error:

How can I fix the application error on Kindle?

1. Perform a power cycle

Performing a quick restart seems to have fixed theerrorfor many. However, if the issue persists, leave the device idle for more than a few minutes.

For some users, turning off the device and leaving it idle overnight has helped fix the issue. Try to leave it idle for a couple of hours in a shutdown state before proceeding with the next set of steps.

2. Update the Kindle software

Kindle will locate and install the software update package from the internal drive. The update may take some time, so wait till the upgrade is complete.

Once installed, the tablet will reboot automatically. Register your Kindle Paperwhite with Amazon, and the device should start repopulating your purchases.

Kindle Paperwhite downloads and installs updates automatically when connected to the internet. However, if it fails, you can install the updates manually.

3. Reset to factory default

Kindle will reset to factory default in a few minutes. Do not use or turn off/on the device during the reset process. The device will reboot automatically as the process completes.

Once restored, you may have to re-register Kindle Paperwhite on Amazon and restore your backups.

Note that factory resetting any device will erase all the data in the internal memory of the device. Make sure to create a backup of your data before proceeding with the factory reset.

How can I fix Kindle Paperwhite error while registering?

If you are receiving anerrorwhile registering a Kindle device, make sure it is deregistered by the previous owner. All the Kindle devices are linked to the original owner’s Amazon account and, to prevent theft, are blocked when accessed using an unknown account.

The Kindle Paper applicationerrorcan occur due to a temporary glitch. You can fix theerrorwith a quick restart, as described in the article above. Follow other steps if performing a power cycle does not help.

Similarly, ifKindle is not downloading books, check our quick guide for sure ways to fix it.

Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.

Kindle Paperwhite Application Error: Easy Ways to Fix it#

Why does my Kindle keep saying application error?#

How can I fix the application error on Kindle?#

1. Perform a power cycle#

2. Update the Kindle software#

3. Reset to factory default#

How can I fix Kindle Paperwhite error while registering?#