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Mac Apps Crashing – How to Fix It 2026 Guide

Why Choose Keith Thomas

20 years of experience as a Senior Apple Support Specialist at Apple Computer UK HQ.

• Former Apple Computer UK Mac Support Specialist and Apple Authorised Service Provider background.

Established and Independent since 2010 for on‑site Apple Support Service – no call centres, no outsourcing, no hardware repairs. Over 25,000+ Apple problems resolved. Unique on-site Apple Support Service. backed up with Independent Apple Telephone Support Assistance.

• Trusted by home users, small businesses, and professionals across London and the South East UK.• Clear, honest, software‑only support. No Hardware Repairs. Expert Apple Consultancy Service.

On‑site Apple Mac Support in London and the South East UK

What this page covers

This guide explains the real reasons Mac apps crash, the steps you can try yourself, and when it’s time to get professional on‑site help. It applies to:

• MacBook Air

• MacBook Pro

• iMac

• Mac mini

• Mac Studio

If apps close unexpectedly, crash on launch, or stop working mid‑task, this page is for you.

The most common reasons Mac apps crash

These are the issues that Keith Thomas identifies most often during on‑site visits:

• Outdated apps

• Damaged app files

• macOS update conflicts

• iCloud syncing delays

• Low free disk space

• Damaged system files

• App permissions issues

• Corrupted user account

Quick checks you can do yourself

These steps solve around 50% of app‑crash issues.

Check 1 – Restart the Mac

A restart clears temporary processes and resets app services.

Check 2 – Update the app

Open the App Store → Updates, or update directly from the developer.

Check 3 – Update macOS

System Settings → General → Software Update.

Check 4 – Check free disk space

Go to Apple menu → About This Mac → Storage. Aim for at least 20GB free.

If apps crash on launch

This usually means:

• Damaged app files

• App incompatibility

• macOS corruption

Try:

• Updating the app

• Restarting the Mac

• Reinstalling the app

If apps crash after a macOS update

This usually means:

• App incompatibility

• Spotlight indexing

• iCloud syncing delays

Try:

• Leaving the Mac plugged in for a few hours

• Restarting the Mac

• Updating the app

If apps crash when opening files

This usually means:

• Damaged files

• App corruption

• Permissions issues

Try:

• Opening a different file

• Updating the app

• Restarting the Mac

If apps crash only on one user account

This usually means:

• Corrupted user account

• Damaged preferences

• Permissions issues

Try:

• Testing the app on another user account

• Restarting the Mac

• Reinstalling macOS without erasing data

When DIY stops working

You should get on‑site help if:

• Apps crash repeatedly

• Apps crash immediately every time

• macOS reinstall does not fix the issue

• Disk Utility shows errors

• You need your data preserved

These issues usually require:

• App and system configuration repair

• macOS recovery

• Data‑safe macOS reinstall

• User account repair

• Permissions and system file diagnostics

On‑Site Apple Mac Support – London & South East UK

If your Mac apps keep crashing, Keith Thomas provides an often same‑day on‑site support service across:

• Central London

• West, North, South and East London

• Surrey

• Berkshire

• Hampshire

• Wiltshire

Keith Thomas is a Mac Support Specialist in:

• App crashing and performance issues

• macOS configuration repair

• Data‑safe macOS recovery

• macOS reinstall and repair

• iCloud and Apple Account issues

• New Mac setup and migration

• User account and permissions diagnostics

Book on‑site help in London and the South East UK

If your Mac apps are crashing, Keith Thomas can visit your home or office and get you working again.

Keith Thomas – Apple Mac Support Specialist

Established 2010 – Open 09:30–20:30, 7 Days

Contact Keith Thomas by Telephone: 07800 940756 or by Text to: 07800 940756, or simply complete an online website contact form 24/7