Background refresh not working after 15.4

My apps, Instagram, WhatsApp and LinkedIn don’t show notifications or new messages unless I open the app. I have reset all notifications. I have deleted and reinstalled the apps as well. Still notifications so not work. App background refresh is turned on but it doesn’t seem to work at all.

iPhone XR

Posted on Jul 7, 2022 10:56 AM

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Miche11e_P

Community Specialist

Jul 8, 2022 12:52 PM in response to lloyd_iFan

Hi lloyd_iFan,

Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!

We understand that your notifications aren't working as you'd expect unless you open the app.

We do see that you're running an earlier iOS version as the current version is iOS 15.5. If you choose to update, this article will show you how: Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

How you receive notifications has also been updated with iOS 15. Check out this resource which explains how you can set your notifications to your liking: Use notifications on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

We hope this helps.

Cheers!

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