Gmail is one of the most reliable and widely used email services. But, even a stable platform like Gmail, users may also experience issues like network error 502 on its apps. This problem comes with the error message,
“502. That’s an error.
The server encountered a temporary error and could not complete your request.
Please try again in 30 seconds.”
or
“502 Server Error: The server encountered a temporary error and could not complete your request”
The temporary error 502 is a common issue experienced by a lot of users using the Gmail app for Android, iPhone (iOS) or even through the web. This happens when users try to sign in to their Gmail accounts. As the error suggests, it simply means that your mail is temporarily unavailable.
How Do I Fix a Temporary Error 502 in Gmail App?
While it may be a temporary error and Google will fix it soon, there are also other ways that you can try to help resolve the problem with your Gmail app. Check out the methods below.
Method #1 – Wait for Google to Fix It
This type of Gmail error usually goes away pretty quickly, so you can try logging in again after a few minutes. It may be a server problem in Google, so all you have to do is wait. Still, Google assured its users that despite the error, their messages are safe. You can go back to your normal usage once Gmail is back on. Try signing in again to your account after a few minutes.
Method #2 – Use a Different Browser or Try Incognito
If you are using the Gmail app on your smartphone, you can try logging in on a web browser. If you are already using a browser, then you must try to log in using a different browser. Some users have also reported that accessing Gmail using Incognito or Private mode fixes the problem. See which one works for you and if nothing happens, try the next solution.
Method #3 – Clear Cache on Your Browser
It helps to clear the cache on the browser you are using. Clearing the cache will remove temporary files that may be causing the error.
- To clear the cache, access the History setting of your browser.
- Select Clear Browsing History or Data.
- Set the Time Range to All.
- Check the boxes beside Cache, Cookies, and Browsing history.
- Click the Clear Cache button.
Take note that there are varying steps to clearing the cache depending on the browser you are using. But, access the History or Clear History or Browsing Data to clear the cache.
Method #4 – Temporarily Disable Your Antivirus
Sometimes, one of the reasons for the error is due to your antivirus or firewall. You can temporarily disable your antivirus first and check if you can access Gmail without a problem. Enable it back after you have fixed the issues.
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have not gotten any thing to say about it I need to have little time to try it first then I will commit and post.thanks for the help Google.