{"id":6236,"date":"2023-05-19T18:01:40","date_gmt":"2023-05-19T12:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/?p=6236"},"modified":"2023-05-19T18:01:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T12:31:44","slug":"venmo-something-went-wrong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/","title":{"rendered":"Venmo \"Something Went Wrong\": Main Causes Explained and How to Fix?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you've been getting an error prompt saying, \"Something went wrong. Please try again\" on Venmo, there's likely some technical difficulty with your bank or Venmo's servers. In most cases, simply waiting for some time and then retrying is the best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same problem happened with my friend when he was trying to link his bank account. Luckily, the issue got resolved automatically within a few minutes and he could add his bank account in a few clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it might not always be as easy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Venmo might not describe the exact reason or the solution whenever this happens. And that's exactly why I've created this guide today. I'll discuss the most common causes for this error and how to fix each one easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let's get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6615821c19229\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6615821c19229\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#How_To_Fix_Venmo_%22Something_Went_Wrong_Try_Again_Later%22_Error\" title=\"How To Fix Venmo &quot;Something Went Wrong, Try Again Later&quot; Error?\">How To Fix Venmo \"Something Went Wrong, Try Again Later\" Error?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Basic_Troubleshooting_Steps\" title=\"Basic Troubleshooting Steps\">Basic Troubleshooting Steps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Bank_Related_Issues\" title=\"Bank Related Issues\">Bank Related Issues<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Incorrect_Bank_Account_Details\" title=\"Incorrect Bank Account Details\">Incorrect Bank Account Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Bank_Servers_Are_Temporarily_Down\" title=\"Bank Servers Are Temporarily Down\">Bank Servers Are Temporarily Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Make_Sure_You_Have_Enough_Money\" title=\"Make Sure You Have Enough Money\">Make Sure You Have Enough Money<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Use_An_Alternative_Payment_Method\" title=\"Use An Alternative Payment Method\">Use An Alternative Payment Method<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Venmo_Related_Issues\" title=\"Venmo Related Issues\">Venmo Related Issues<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Clear_Venmo_Cache\" title=\"Clear Venmo Cache\">Clear Venmo Cache<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Try_Using_Venmo_on_a_Different_Device\" title=\"Try Using Venmo on a Different Device\">Try Using Venmo on a Different Device<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Use_Venmo_on_a_Browser_Instead_of_the_App\" title=\"Use Venmo on a Browser Instead of the App\">Use Venmo on a Browser Instead of the App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Check_Venmo_Server_Status\" title=\"Check Venmo Server Status\">Check Venmo Server Status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Contact_Venmo_Support\" title=\"Contact Venmo Support\">Contact Venmo Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Common_Venmo_Error_Messages_and_Possible_Causes\" title=\"Common Venmo Error Messages and Possible Causes\">Common Venmo Error Messages and Possible Causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Best_Practices_To_Prevent_Venmo_Error_Messages\" title=\"Best Practices To Prevent Venmo Error Messages\">Best Practices To Prevent Venmo Error Messages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#1_Why_Do_I_Keep_Getting_An_Error_On_Venmo\" title=\"1. Why Do I Keep Getting An Error On Venmo?\">1. Why Do I Keep Getting An Error On Venmo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#2_Why_Does_My_Payment_Keep_Declining\" title=\"2. Why Does My Payment Keep Declining?\">2. Why Does My Payment Keep Declining?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#3_How_Do_I_Clear_My_Venmo_Cache\" title=\"3. How Do I Clear My Venmo Cache?\">3. How Do I Clear My Venmo Cache?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#4_How_Do_I_Update_Venmo\" title=\"4. How Do I Update Venmo?\">4. How Do I Update Venmo?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/venmo-something-went-wrong\/#Final_Words\" title=\"Final Words\">Final Words<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Fix_Venmo_%22Something_Went_Wrong_Try_Again_Later%22_Error\"><\/span>How To Fix Venmo \"Something Went Wrong, Try Again Later\" Error?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might get this error when you try to sign in to your Venmo account, add a bank account, or transfer money to someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, it occurs whenever there's a technical issue with your bank account or Venmo servers. But sometimes, there can be an actual bug that needs fixing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make things easier, I've categorized the solutions into general fixes, bank-related issues, and Venmo-related fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let's discuss them one by one:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Businessman-Using-Mobile-Payment-Facilities-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Businessman Using Mobile Payment Facilities\" class=\"wp-image-6242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Businessman-Using-Mobile-Payment-Facilities.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Businessman-Using-Mobile-Payment-Facilities-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Businessman-Using-Mobile-Payment-Facilities-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Troubleshooting_Steps\"><\/span>Basic Troubleshooting Steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;receiving this error in the app without any specific instructions on how to fix it, try these troubleshooting steps in order.&nbsp;They often resolve most issues:\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Ensure your device OS is\u202fup to date, then restart your phone. Sometimes, restarting your phone can help resolve such issues with apps, including Venmo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure&nbsp;your internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data) is stable, and it works fine on other devices. If you're using a VPN, turn it off and check if it fixes the issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear all the background apps to free up some memory on your device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log out of Venmo on your phone and log back in. Sometimes simply logging out of the app and logging back in can help resolve errors. To do this, tap on your profile icon in the Venmo app, and select \"Log Out.\" Then, log back in with your username and password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delete the Venmo app from your phone and then reinstall it. (This&nbsp;won't&nbsp;delete your Venmo account. It&nbsp;also ensures&nbsp;you have the latest version of the app.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If the problem persists even after trying all the above steps, then it's likely a technical issue with the platform. In that case, try the following fixes to solve the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bank_Related_Issues\"><\/span>Bank Related Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorrect_Bank_Account_Details\"><\/span>Incorrect Bank Account Details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You might have unknowingly entered incorrect information related to your bank account during the setup process. This will cause the \"Venmo something went wrong\" error while making a payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This includes both the bank account details as well as any cards you might've added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To fix this, check that all your bank account information is accurate and credit\/debit card details are current. You can even try to remove your bank account and re-link it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the error occurs even after updating your bank details, then you can try the following solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bank_Servers_Are_Temporarily_Down\"><\/span>Bank Servers Are Temporarily Down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you've updated your bank account details but are still getting the error, then there might be some temporary problem with your bank. You can call your bank and figure out if there is any issue with the bank servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the problem is with your bank and not Venmo itself, you need to wait for the bank to work properly or perhaps use a different bank account altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, most bank-related issues get resolved within a short amount of time. Most banks will advise you to wait a bit and try logging in again after a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Sure_You_Have_Enough_Money\"><\/span>Make Sure You Have Enough Money<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If all your bank details are correct and the error only occurs when trying to transfer money to someone, you might have insufficient funds in your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must add the required amount to your savings account or link a different bank account to send and receive money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, ensure your Venmo account doesn't have a negative Venmo balance. This usually happens after a transaction where the receiver gets the money but Venmo can't retrieve funds from your bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Venmo compensates the payment by allocating negative funds to your account. You will get the \"something went wrong\" error until this issue is resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_An_Alternative_Payment_Method\"><\/span>Use An Alternative Payment Method<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you've found out there's an issue with your bank and are unable to resolve the error, consider using an alternative payment method until it's resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can add another bank account or card by going to the <strong>Wallet<\/strong> section in the <strong>Me <\/strong>tab in your Venmo app. Now select \"<strong>Add a bank or card...\"<\/strong> and choose either <strong>Bank <\/strong>or <strong>Card<\/strong> option depending on what you want to add.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that whenever you add a new bank account, you'll need to verify it before you can use it to make payments. This process can take anywhere from a couple of minutes to a full business day, depending on the verification method.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Man-Holding-Credit-Card-and-Using-Mobile-Payment-Technology-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Man Holding Credit Card and Using Mobile Payment Technology\" class=\"wp-image-6243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Man-Holding-Credit-Card-and-Using-Mobile-Payment-Technology.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Man-Holding-Credit-Card-and-Using-Mobile-Payment-Technology-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Man-Holding-Credit-Card-and-Using-Mobile-Payment-Technology-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Venmo_Related_Issues\"><\/span>Venmo Related Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clear_Venmo_Cache\"><\/span>Clear Venmo Cache<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are no issues with your bank, then you can check whether the Venmo app cache is causing the problem. Clearing the app cache once in a while can help resolve such bugs. However, make sure to clear only the cache and not the app data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do this, perform the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Open the <strong>Settings<\/strong> app on your phone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the <strong>Apps<\/strong> (or<strong> Application Manager<\/strong> on some devices) option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down to find the <strong>Venmo<\/strong> app and tap on it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now select <strong>Clear Cache.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get the same error even after deleting the app cache, then move on to the other solutions discussed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_Using_Venmo_on_a_Different_Device\"><\/span>Try Using Venmo on a Different Device<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Login to Venmo on a different device to see if the issue is with your phone. You can either use another mobile phone or a tablet and install Venmo from App Store (iOS) or Play Store (Android).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don't get the \"Venmo something went wrong\" error this time, then it's certainly an issue with your phone's software. You might need to reset it so that Venmo can work properly on your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Venmo_on_a_Browser_Instead_of_the_App\"><\/span>Use Venmo on a Browser Instead of the App<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Venmo also works on a desktop browser which you can try as an alternative to the app. The good thing is most features including transferring money, receiving payments, and Venmo balance work on the web version as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any web browser, go to <a href=\"https:\/\/venmo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/venmo.com\/<\/a> and log in to your Venmo account. Now try to perform the same action that caused the error in the app. If it works on the website, then there's likely a bug in the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you get the \"Venmo something went wrong\" error on the desktop site as well, then there's certainly an issue with Venmo's servers at the moment. In that case, all you can do is wait or contact Venmo customer support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Venmo_Server_Status\"><\/span>Check Venmo Server Status<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, the payments won't work properly if Venmo's server is down. Unfortunately, you can't do anything other than wait for them to fix the technical issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check this with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/downdetector.com\/status\/venmo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Down Detector<\/a>. If other users are reporting the same problem as you, then there's likely a temporary issue with the Venmo platform itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever this happens, Venmo will throw an error message such as <strong>\"Transaction declined, please try later\"<\/strong> or <strong>\"Something went wrong. Please try again.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_Venmo_Support\"><\/span>Contact Venmo Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If none of the above steps resolves the error, it may be a more serious issue. Contact Venmo support for further assistance. You can do this by going to the \"Help\" section of the Venmo app, selecting \"Contact Us,\" and then selecting your issue from the list of options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can tweet to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/VenmoSupport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Venmo support<\/a> on Twitter or fill out <a href=\"https:\/\/help.venmo.com\/hc\/en-us\/requests\/new?ticket_form_id=624807\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this form<\/a><strong>,<\/strong> and Venmo will reach out to you via email. However, these methods are much slower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to make an important payment or bank transfer, you'll be better off using the live chat option in the mobile app.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Making-Payments-Using-Smartphone-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Woman Making Payments Using Smartphone\" class=\"wp-image-6244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Making-Payments-Using-Smartphone.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Making-Payments-Using-Smartphone-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Making-Payments-Using-Smartphone-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Venmo_Error_Messages_and_Possible_Causes\"><\/span>Common Venmo Error Messages and Possible Causes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While Venmo is one of the world's leading digital payment apps, it doesn't come without its problems. By being aware of these common Venmo errors, you can better understand why they occur and take steps to prevent them from happening in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some common Venmo errors you may encounter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Payment declined:<\/strong> This error occurs when a payment you are trying to make is declined by the recipient's bank or card issuer. It can also happen if there are insufficient funds in your Venmo account or if your payment exceeds your transaction limit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment 'incomplete' or 'pending':<\/strong> This can happen if there's an issue with your payment method, or when you accidentally send money to an unverified email\/phone number. You'll see a \"Payment pending\" message when you go to the transaction history in the app, meaning the payment is stuck and has not been completed yet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Login issues: <\/strong>These error messages can occur when there is an issue with logging into the Venmo app. This can happen if you enter the wrong login credentials if there's an issue with the app itself, or if there's a problem with your device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\"Something Went Wrong\" error:<\/strong> This is a generic error message that can occur for a variety of reasons. It can happen if there is an issue with your device if the Venmo app is experiencing technical difficulties, or if there is an issue with your payment method.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>400\/403 Errors:<\/strong> If you try to do anything that isn't allowed in the Venmo app, you'll receive 400 or 403 errors. For instance, when you enter your login details in the \"Sign Up\" menu instead of the \"Sign In\" menu, or you're trying to send money after you've reached your transaction limits.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_To_Prevent_Venmo_Error_Messages\"><\/span>Best Practices To Prevent Venmo Error Messages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it's not always possible to prevent every error on Venmo, there are steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of encountering issues. I'm going to outline them in this section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some best practices for using Venmo and avoiding common errors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Verify payment details:<\/strong> Double-check that you have entered the correct recipient and payment amount before sending money. This can help prevent errors like sending money to the wrong person or sending the wrong amount.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use a strong and stable internet connection:<\/strong> Venmo requires a strong and stable internet connection to function properly. If your internet connection is weak or unstable, you may encounter errors or have difficulty completing transactions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep your app updated:<\/strong> Venmo regularly releases updates to its app to address bugs and improve functionality. Make sure you are using the latest version of the app to avoid any issues related to outdated software.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link a valid payment method:<\/strong> Venmo requires a valid payment method, such as a bank account or credit card, to complete transactions. Ensure that the payment method linked to your account is valid and up-to-date. If you want to pay using Venmo balance directly, check that you have sufficient balance beforehand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set transaction limits:<\/strong> Venmo allows you to set transaction limits to control the amount of money you can send and receive. Setting limits can help prevent errors related to exceeding your account balance or transaction limits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep your account secure:<\/strong> Venmo accounts can be vulnerable to hacking or fraud if proper security measures are not taken. Use a strong and unique password, enable two-factor authentication, and monitor your account activity regularly for any signs of suspicious activity.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>By following this basic checklist, you can avoid the \"Something went wrong\" error on Venmo and help ensure that your transactions go smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do encounter an error, don't panic; There are resources available to help you resolve the issue and get back to using the app as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Using-Mobile-to-Scan-QR-Code-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Woman Using Mobile to Scan QR Code\" class=\"wp-image-6245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Using-Mobile-to-Scan-QR-Code.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Using-Mobile-to-Scan-QR-Code-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Woman-Using-Mobile-to-Scan-QR-Code-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Why_Do_I_Keep_Getting_An_Error_On_Venmo\"><\/span>1. Why Do I Keep Getting An Error On Venmo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Venmo gives a \"Something went wrong\" error message whenever you try to perform an action that isn't allowed in the app or if there's a problem with your internet, device, or Venmo's servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the time, these get resolved automatically in a few minutes. But if you keep getting one for a considerable time, you might need to perform the steps discussed earlier or contact Venmo support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_Does_My_Payment_Keep_Declining\"><\/span>2. Why Does My Payment Keep Declining?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Venmo might decline transactions for various reasons. For example, when your card issuer (or bank) is declining the transfer or there aren't sufficient funds in your account. In addition to that, any violation of Venmo's security flags will lead to payments failing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wait for a short time, and then retry. If it's urgent, use a different payment method or contact your bank to find the solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_Do_I_Clear_My_Venmo_Cache\"><\/span>3. How Do I Clear My Venmo Cache?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To clear the Venmo cache, go to <strong>Settings <\/strong>on your Android device. Now select the<strong> \"Apps\"<\/strong> (or<strong> \"Application Manager\"<\/strong>) option, find the <strong>Venmo<\/strong> app, and then select<strong> \"Clear Cache.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, if you have an iOS device, go to <strong>Settings <\/strong>and select <strong>Venmo<\/strong> from the app list. Scroll down and turn on the <strong>\"Reset cache on next start\" <\/strong>and <strong>\"Clear temp data on next start\"<\/strong> toggles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The app cache builds up over time, causing slow load times and other bugs related to the app's performance. I advise you to delete all the junk files every once in a while to ensure the smooth functioning of the apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_Do_I_Update_Venmo\"><\/span>4. How Do I Update Venmo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you're using an Android device, open <strong>Google Play Store<\/strong> and tap on your profile icon at the top right corner. Now select <strong>Manage apps &amp; device<\/strong>. If there's an update available for Venmo, it'll show \"Update available\" right next to it. Just tap <strong>Update<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For iOS devices, open the <strong>App Store<\/strong> and click on your profile icon on the top. Scroll down to see if there's a pending update for Venmo. If there's one available, tap <strong>Update<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cpuforever.com\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span>Final Words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Venmo makes peer-to-peer (P2P) exchanges very quick and easy. However, sometimes these error messages can ruin the user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, most of these issues can be fixed using the above methods or by simply waiting for some time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By following this comprehensive guide, you can hopefully resolve the \"Something Went Wrong\" error on Venmo and get back to using the app without any issues. I also talked about some best practices to follow so that you don't get such errors in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That's all for now. If you think this article was helpful, do check out our other troubleshooting guides and Venmo-related resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks for reading!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you've been getting an error prompt saying, \"Something went wrong. Please try again\" on Venmo, there's likely some technical difficulty with your bank or Venmo's servers. In most cases, simply waiting for some time and then retrying is the best option. 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