Troubleshooting: Why Can’t I See Any Deals on POKEADEAL?

If you’re using POKEADEAL and can’t seem to find any deals in your area, don’t worry—this issue is usually easy to resolve. There are two common reasons why you might not see any deals:

1. Location services are not activated for the app.
2. There are no published deals in your immediate area.

This troubleshooting guide will help you identify and fix the issue so you can start discovering and sharing great local deals.

1. Check if Location Services Are Activated

POKEADEAL relies on your device’s location services to show you geo-localized deals. If location access is turned off, the app won’t be able to display deals near you.

How to Fix:

For iOS Devices:

1. Open your device’s Settings.
2. Scroll down and tap on Privacy & Security.
3. Select Location Services.
4. Ensure Location Services are turned on.
5. Find POKEADEAL in the list of apps and make sure it’s set to While Using the App or Always.

For Android Devices:

1. Open your device’s Settings.
2. Tap on Location and ensure it’s turned on.
3. Go to App Permissions or App Settings.
4. Find POKEADEAL and ensure it has permission to access your location.

In the POKEADEAL App:

1. Open the POKEADEAL app.
2. If prompted, allow the app to access your location.
3. Restart the app to refresh the deals based on your current location.

2. No Published Deals in Your Area

If location services are enabled but you still don’t see any deals, it’s possible that there are no published deals in your immediate area. Don’t worry—you can still take action to solve this!

How to Fix:

Extend the Search Area:

1. Open the POKEADEAL app.
2. Look for a radius or distance slider in the settings or filters section.
3. Increase the search radius to include a wider area (e.g., 10 km or 20 km instead of 5 km).
4. Refresh the app to see deals from a broader location.

Create Your Own Deal:

If there are no deals in your area, why not be the first to share one? Here’s how:

1. Tap on the “Create Deal” button in the app.
2. Take a photo of the deal (e.g., a flyer or poster from a local retailer).
3. Add a title and description for the deal.
4. Tap PUBLISH to share it with the POKEADEAL community.
5. Your deal will now be visible to others in your area for 7 days.

3. Still Not Seeing Deals? Try These Tips

If the above steps don’t resolve the issue, consider the following:

• Check Your Internet Connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection, as the app requires data to load deals.
• Update the App: Make sure you’re using the latest version of POKEADEAL. Check the App Store or Google Play for updates.
• Clear Cache (Android Only): Go to your device’s settings, find POKEADEAL in the app list, and clear the cache. Then restart the app.
• Reinstall the App: Uninstall and reinstall POKEADEAL to refresh the app’s settings and permissions.