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[LG TV Users] Sling TV App Issues – Won’t Load or Buffering
Sling TV App Issues on LG TV
If Sling TV isn’t working properly on your LG Smart TV, whether it’s not loading, stuck buffering, or just crashes altogether, you’re not the only one experiencing it. This thread is dedicated to those of us using LG TVs and struggling to get Sling to behave normally.
Common symptoms include:
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Sling app stuck on the loading screen
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Video constantly buffering or freezing during playback
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App crashes or returns to the LG home screen
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Can’t sign in or load live TV channels
These issues are often caused by app updates, LG firmware conflicts, or even internet connectivity, but there’s also the possibility of temporary outages or compatibility hiccups.
Here are a few quick steps you can try:
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Reboot your LG TV (unplug it from the wall for 30–60 seconds)
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Update your LG firmware via Settings > All Settings > Support > Software Update
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Uninstall and reinstall the Sling app
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Reset internet connection by going to Settings > Network > Restart Connection
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Clear app data (some models allow this through the app settings)
Some users report that the app performs better after changing their DNS settings on the TV to something like Google DNS (8.8.8.8), which can help reduce buffering in certain regions.
We're especially interested in:
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What LG TV model and webOS version you're using
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When the issue started
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If you've noticed any improvement after updates
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Any temporary workarounds you’ve discovered
