Troubleshooting: Slow Response or Frequent Refreshing Issues
If you're experiencing slow responses, frequent refreshing, or being unexpectedly disconnected from the Sonas, don’t worry – it’s often caused by browser settings, extensions, or connectivity issues. Follow the steps below to troubleshoot and improve your experience.
1. Check Your Connection to the Server
If you're being logged out frequently or seeing error messages about connectivity (see screenshot below), the issue might be with your internet connection or your browser’s ability to staFew readersTroubleshooting: How to Hard Refresh (clear cache)
Sometimes, your browser may load an outdated or broken version of a page from its cache. A hard refresh forces your device to re-download the most up-to-date content. This can help resolve loading issues, broken layouts, or outdated data.
Follow the instructions below based on your device and browser.
On Windows
Google Chrome / Microsoft Edge
Hold Ctrl and click the Reload button near the address bar
or
Hold Ctrl + Shift and press RFew readersFor the Best Experience, Use Google Chrome
To get the most out of Sonas on your computer, we strongly recommend using Google Chrome as your browser. Whether you're on Windows or Mac, Chrome provides the most consistent and reliable experience across all features of our platform.
Why We Recommend Chrome
✅ Optimised Performance: Sonas is built and tested primarily with Chrome, so everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
🔄 Reliable Real-Time Updates: Chrome handles live data and real-time featuresFew readers