Are you experiencing issues with the Hay Day gift-wrapping station?
Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many players have encountered problems with this feature, but there are solutions available.
In this blog, we’ll explore how to troubleshoot and fix the Hay Day gift-wrapping station when it’s not working.
How To Fix Hay Day Gift Wrapping Station Not Working?
To fix the Hay Day gift wrapping station not working, you can check the event status, restart the Hay Day App and your device, and force stop the Hay Day App. Additionally, you can check for Hay Day App Updates, and clear Hay Day App cache and data.
1. Check Event Status
Sometimes, the gift-wrapping station may not work because the event associated with it is about to end.
Make sure the event is still active. If you see a message like “Can’t use this anymore. This event is about to end,” it likely means that the event is nearly over
2. Restart The Hay Day App And Your Device
Simple yet effective, restarting Hay Day and your device can sometimes clear up minor glitches.
For Android:
- Open the recent applications menu, usually accessed by a dedicated button or by swiping up from the bottom of the screen.
- Find Hay Day and swipe it off the screen to close it.
- To restart your device, hold down the power button, then select ‘Restart’ or ‘Reboot’.
For iOS:
- Double-click the Home button or swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause slightly in the middle of the screen (on devices without a Home button).
- Swipe right or left to find the Hay Day app.
- Swipe up on the Hay Day app preview to close it.
- To restart your device, hold down the power button until the “slide to power off” appears, slide to turn off, and then turn your device back on after a few seconds by holding down the power button again.
3. Force Stop Hay Day App
If the gift-wrapping station is still not working, you might need to force-stop the app.
This can help reset the application if it has become unresponsive or if there’s a temporary software glitch.
For Android:
- Open the ‘Settings’ app on your device.
- Scroll down and tap ‘Apps’ or ‘Application Manager’ (this may differ depending on your device).
- Find and select ‘Hay Day’ from the list of apps.
- Tap ‘Force Stop’.
- Confirm if prompted.
- Wait a few seconds, then reopen Hay Day to see if the issue has been resolved.
For iOS:
- Double-click the Home button or swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause slightly in the middle of the screen (on devices without a Home button).
- Swipe right or left to find the Hay Day app.
- Swipe up on the Hay Day app preview to close it.
- Wait a few seconds, then reopen Hay Day to see if the issue has been resolved.
4. Check For Hay Day Updates
Ensure that Hay Day is updated to the latest version.
Developers often release updates to fix bugs and glitches.
For Android:
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Tap the profile icon at the top right corner.
- Tap ‘Manage apps & device.’ Apps with an update available are labelled “Update available.”
- If Hay Day is listed, tap ‘Update.’
For iOS:
- Open the App Store.
- Tap your profile icon at the top of the screen.
- Scroll to see pending updates and release notes. If Hay Day is listed, tap ‘Update’ next to it.
5. Clear Hay Day App Cache And Data
On your device, you can try clearing the cache and data for the Hay Day app.
This can help with performance issues.
However, be sure to back up your game data to prevent any loss.
For Android:
- Open the Settings app on your device.
- Go to ‘Apps’ or ‘Application Manager.’
- Scroll down to find Hay Day and tap on it.
- Tap ‘Storage,’ then ‘Clear Cache’ and ‘Clear Data.’
For iOS:
- Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
- Find Hay Day from the list and tap it.
- Tap ‘Offload App’ and confirm. Then reinstall Hay Day from the App Store.
6. Check Your Internet Connection
A stable internet connection is crucial for online games like Hay Day.
Ensure your device is connected to a reliable network.
- Make sure Wi-Fi is turned on by going to Settings > Wi-Fi.
- If you’re using a cellular network, make sure cellular data is turned on by going to Settings > Cellular.
- To restart your router, unplug it from the power source, wait for about 30 seconds, and then plug it back in.
7. Contact Hay Day Support
If none of the above solutions work, you may be dealing with a more significant bug or issue that requires intervention from the Hay Day support team. Reach out to them for assistance.