How do I restart the Hulu app?

Answered by Robert Flynn

To restart the Hulu app, you need to fully close it. This means closing it completely, rather than just exiting or minimizing it. Fully closing the app ensures that all features and processes associated with the app are turned off, allowing for a fresh start when you open it again.

Here’s how you can restart the Hulu app on different devices:

1. Restart Hulu on iOS devices (iPhone or iPad):
– Swipe up from the bottom of the screen (or double-click the home button on older devices) to access the app switcher.
– Find the Hulu app preview among the list of recently used apps.
– Swipe the Hulu app preview up or flick it off the screen to fully close it.
– Now, tap on the Hulu app icon to reopen it and start fresh.

2. Restart Hulu on Android devices:
– Tap the square or recent apps button (usually located at the bottom-right or bottom-left of the screen) to access the app switcher.
– Find the Hulu app among the list of recently used apps.
– Swipe the Hulu app left or right, or swipe it off the screen to fully close it.
– Open the Hulu app again to restart it.

3. Restart Hulu on Smart TVs, streaming devices, or gaming consoles:
– Use your TV remote or device controller to navigate to the home screen.
– Find the Hulu app among your installed apps or channels.
– Highlight the Hulu app and press the options or settings button on your remote/controller (usually represented by three dots, a gear icon, or a hamburger menu).
– Select “Close” or “Exit” to fully close the app.
– Launch the Hulu app once more to restart it.

In some cases, fully closing the Hulu app may also involve force-quitting it. This can be done by accessing the app settings on your device and manually stopping the app’s processes. However, force-quitting the app should only be done if the regular method of closing the app doesn’t work.

Restarting the Hulu app can help resolve various issues, such as freezing, buffering, or other performance problems. It gives the app a chance to refresh its resources and start afresh, potentially resolving any underlying glitches or conflicts.

By following these steps to fully close and restart the Hulu app on your device, you can ensure a smoother streaming experience and potentially resolve any issues you may be facing.