When it comes to streaming anime on your LG Smart TV, you may have run into a problem with the Funimation app not working. This can be a frustrating experience, as there are plenty of great anime series available on the Funimation app, and you may be missing out on some great titles.

This can be caused by a recent update to the Funimation app. After the update, some users found that their Funimation app on their LG Smart TV was no longer working. The app fails to open, or after launching, it fails to play any videos.

Here at Smart Home Apt, we shall look into how to resolve this problem.

Causes of Funimation App Not Working On your LG Smart TV

1. Compatibility issues

The first thing to do is to check if your LG Smart TV is compatible with the Funimation app. Funimation only works on certain models of LG Smart TV, so it's important to make sure that your model is supported. If your LG Smart TV is not supported, then the Funimation app will not work on it. You may need to consider upgrading your TV.

2. Funimation app not up-to-date

The next step is to make sure that the Funimation app is up-to-date. If the app is out of date, then it may not work on your LG Smart TV. To update the app, simply go to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and search for the Funimation app. If an update is available, then you should install it.

3. Poor Internet Connection

If the app is up-to-date, then the next step is to check your internet connection. A slow or unreliable internet connection can cause the Funimation app to not work properly. Make sure that your internet connection is strong and stable, and that your router is not too far away from your LG Smart TV.

Ways to fix Funimation App Not Working On LG Smart TV

1. Ensure That Your LG Television Is Compatible With Funimation

To use the Funimation app, the TV must be running LG's webOS. If you are unsure of the year of your LG smart TV, you can check the model number to determine if it is from 2018 or later. The model number can be found on the system menu or a sticker on the back of the TV. 

The comprehensive procedure is outlined here.

Also, The model and/or serial number may be found in the following location:

• For Older Models, press the 'Home' button, select 'Settings' (or 'Setup'), select 'Support Menu', highlight 'Product/Service Info', and press the 'OK' button.
• Alternatively, with the TV turned on, press the mute button three times in succession to display the model information.

If your LG TV was manufactured before 2018, you may want to consider getting a streaming stick, as it is a cheaper and simpler alternative to replacing the whole TV. You can watch Funimation on any television, smart or otherwise, by connecting either a Fire TV Stick or a Roku streaming stick. Both of these devices are easy to set up and offer access to the major streaming apps.

2. Power Cycle or Restart Your LG TV

If you are still facing issues with your TV, you may need to power cycle your TV to get it working again.

Power cycling your TV is a simple process that can help fix many issues. It involves turning off your TV, disconnecting the power cord from the electrical outlet, waiting a few minutes, and then plugging the power cord back in and turning your TV on again.

So do the following:

• It's important to ensure that your TV is completely powered off before unplugging the power cord. You can do this by pressing the power button on the remote or on the TV itself. 
• Once the TV is powered off, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Wait a few minutes, then plug the power cord back into the outlet and turn your TV on again. This will reset the TV and can help fix any software or hardware issues you may be having.

Once your TV has powered back on, try using Funimation again. 

3. Inspect Your Internet Connection Speed

While there can be a variety of causes for the problem, one of the most common ones is simply a slow or unreliable internet connection. Fortunately, there are some quick and easy steps you can take to check your internet speed and see if that's what's causing the issue.

The first step is to find out what your current internet speed is. To do this, you can use a free online tool like Speedtest. Simply visit the website, and the tool will measure your download and upload speeds. It's important to note that the results may vary slightly depending on your location, the time of day, and other factors.

Once you've got your speed results, you can compare them to the minimum internet speed requirements for Funimation. For standard streaming, you should have an internet speed of at least 3-4 Mbps, and for HD streaming, you should have a speed of 5-8 Mbps. 

If your speeds are lower than the minimum requirements, there are a few things you can do to try and improve them:

• One is to check if there are any other devices connected to your home network that are taking up a lot of bandwidth. If there are, you can disconnect them or limit their usage while you're trying to watch Funimation.
• You can also try Restarting or resetting your router or modem, as this can sometimes improve your speeds. 
• If these steps don't work, you may need to contact your internet service provider and ask them to increase your speeds. They may be able to do this for free or for a fee, depending on your plan.

4. Reboot your router and modem

Restarting your router and modem is a simple yet effective way to fix most of the streaming issues. It refreshes your network connection, which helps in resolving any existing issues with your connection.

To do this:

• Unplug the power cable from your router and modem.
• Wait for 2 minutes and then plug them back in.
• Wait for the router to boot up. This may take a few minutes.

Once the router is back on, try streaming Funimation on your LG Smart TV again.

If the issue persists, then you may need to reset your router. To reset your router:

• Press and hold the reset button at the back of the router for 10-15 seconds. This will reset the router to its factory settings.
• After resetting the router, you'll need to reconfigure all your settings. You'll also need to reconnect all the devices to the router.

Once you've done that, you should be able to stream Funimation on your LG Smart TV without any issues.

5. Perform LG TV Firmware Update

The firmware is the software that runs your LG Smart TV, and updating it can help resolve any software-related issues you may be experiencing.

Updating the firmware on your LG Smart TV is a fairly simple process, and can be done in a few easy steps:

• First, make sure your TV is connected to the internet. If it isn't, you'll need to connect it by either plugging in an ethernet cable or connecting to a Wi-Fi network.
• Once your TV is connected to the internet, you'll need to open the “Settings” menu. 
• Go to 'All Settings'.
• From "All Settings", navigate to “General”.
• Then go to “About This TV”. Here, you'll find information about your TV, including its current firmware version.
• Now, Click Check for updates. If your firmware version is out of date, you'll need to update it.
• Once the update is installed, power cycle or restart your TV.

Once the new firmware is installed, you should be able to stream Funimation without any issues.

6. Remove and install the Funimation App again.

Uninstalling and reinstalling the app will wipe its data, which can help resolve various app-related issues.

So to get Funimation back, you'll need to remove the app and install it again.

How to remove the Funimation app ?

• Press the Home button on your remote control.
• Then locate the Funimation app icon. 
• Hold down the app icon until a trash bin icon appears above it. 
• Click the trash bin icon and confirm by pressing "Yes" in the pop-up window.

How to reinstall the Funimation app ?

• Press the Home button on your LG TV remote.
• Navigate to the LG Content Store. 
• Once on the store, select the search icon (magnifying glass) located in the top right of the screen. 
• Enter "Funimation" in the search box and select it from the results. 
• Finally, press the Install button to install the Funimation app.

Attempt to use the Funimation app once more. You must enter your credentials to access it, as the details from the previous install will not be retained.

7. Agree to LG's User Agreements

The user agreements are important because they outline the terms and conditions that you must agree to in order to use the service. 

To do this:

• Press the Settings button on your remote.
• Navigate to All Settings > General > About this TV. 
• Then, click on 'User Agreements' and ensure that 'Accept All' has been selected.

Once you have accepted the user agreement, you should be able to access Funimation on your LG Smart TV.

8. Inspect Your TV Location Settings

The problem could be related to the settings on your TV. Before you try any other troubleshooting steps, it's important to check your TV's location settings.

Your TV's location settings determine which content is available to you. By default, the settings will be based on where you are located, but you can change them if you need to. 

In order to watch Funimation on your LG Smart TV, you will need to make sure your location settings are set to the United States or your current location.

Do the following:

• Press the Settings button on your remote.
• Then select 'All Settings' from the menu. 
• Go to the General tab, select System, and click Location. 
• Make sure the zip code is up to date with your current location.

Once you have changed the location setting on your LG Smart TV, you should be able to watch Funimation. 

9. Disable Your VPN

Using a VPN can sometimes cause issues with streaming content, and it can prevent Funimation from working properly on your LG Smart TV.

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a service that allows you to hide your IP address and access the internet anonymously. You may be using a VPN for a variety of reasons, such as protecting your privacy, accessing geo-blocked content, and bypassing firewalls. However, VPNs can also be the cause of streaming problems, such as Funimation not working on your LG Smart TV.

Fortunately, there is an easy solution. All you need to do is turn off your VPN and see if Funimation starts working. To do this, you will need to go into your VPN settings and disable the service. Depending on the VPN you are using, the process may vary. Once you have disabled the VPN, restart your LG Smart TV and try to access Funimation again.

If turning off your VPN fixes the issue, you may want to consider using a different VPN, or disabling your VPN when streaming content. Some VPNs are better optimized for streaming than others, and some VPNs may even have dedicated streaming servers that are optimized for streaming services like Funimation.

10. Give Funimation App a Try on a Different Device

You can try Funimation on another device. This can be a laptop, computer, tablet, or even another streaming device like a Roku or Firestick.

If Funimation is not functioning properly on your TV, but does work on other devices, then it is time to contact LG support. 

However, if it is not working on any of your devices, then the issue may be with your Funimation account or the Funimation servers.

11. Inspect Funimation Server Status

• If you're experiencing issues with Funimation, you can check Downdetector to see if other users in your area are having similar problems. Oftentimes, these outages are localized and can be quickly resolved.
• If you can't find anything on Downdetector, it's probably time to check Funimation support twitter page for more info.

12. Perform Factory Reset Your TV

The best way to get your Funimation streaming again is to Factory Reset your TV. A Factory Reset will reset all of your settings back to their default values, allowing you to start fresh. Here's how to do it:

• Press the 'Settings' button on your remote.
• Go to 'All Settings'.
• Open the 'General' tab.
• Select 'Reset to Initial' Settings, and confirm by clicking 'OK'.

Once your TV is back up and running, you should be able to access Funimation again.