Have you opened your phone lately expecting to see your personalized Google News feed, only to find… nothing? No top headlines, no stories you care about, no sign of the usual Discover content? You’re not alone.
Many users suddenly notice that their Google News Feed disappears, starts showing irrelevant content, or simply stops working. It’s frustrating—especially if you rely on it daily for quick updates.
In this blog, we’ll walk you through the real reasons your Google News Feed may have gone missing—and more importantly, how to fix it.
Why Did My Google News Feed Disappear?
Your Google News or Discover feed works based on your interests, browsing history, search activity, and app settings. If something changes with your account, device, or preferences, the feed might stop working or reset. Let’s break down the most common causes.
1. You Accidentally Turned Off the Discover Feed
This is the most common reason for the Google News feed disappearing—especially on Android. The Discover feed is what shows stories below the Google search bar in the Google app or when you swipe left from your home screen.
How to turn it back on:
- Open the Google app on your phone
- Tap your profile icon (top right corner)
- Go to Settings > General
- Make sure “Discover” is turned ON
If you’re using a Pixel or a phone with the Google home screen experience:
- Long-press on a blank space on your home screen
- Tap Home settings
- Make sure the Google feed panel is enabled
2. You’re Signed Out of Your Google Account
Google needs your account to personalize your feed. If you’ve signed out (or switched accounts), you might not see your usual topics.
Quick fix:
- Open the Google app
- Tap the profile icon and make sure you’re signed into your main account
3. Poor Internet Connection
Sometimes the issue is as simple as a weak or spotty Wi-Fi or data connection. Google needs to pull in live news content, and if your phone isn’t connected, it may just show a blank page or old stories.
What to do:
- Try switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data (or vice versa)
- Restart the app or your phone
4. You Cleared Your App Data or Google Activity
If you recently cleared your search history or reset app data, your personalized content may have been wiped out temporarily. The good news? It can rebuild over time—but you might have to re-teach it what you like.
How to rebuild your feed:
- Open the Google app > Settings > Interests > Your Interests
- Add topics you want to follow
- Tap the three-dot menu on stories to customize preferences
5. The Google App Needs an Update
Outdated versions of the Google app or the Google News app can cause performance bugs. If your feed isn’t showing properly, check for updates.
To update the app:
- Go to the Play Store or App Store
- Search for Google or Google News
- Tap Update if available
6. Region or Device Restrictions
Some features, like Google Discover, aren’t available in all regions or on all devices. If you’ve recently traveled or switched phones, that could affect what’s shown.
Tip:
Double-check your Google account’s language and region settings. Also, make sure SafeSearch or parental controls aren’t hiding content.
What If I Want to Stop the Feed Altogether?
If you’re looking to turn off Google News notifications or the Discover feed entirely, that’s easy too.
- To turn off Discover:
Go to Google app > Settings > General > Discover > Turn it OFF - To turn off notifications:
Go to Phone Settings > Apps > Google News > Notifications > Disable
This gives you more control over when and how you engage with the news.
Final Thoughts
It’s easy to get used to your Google News Feed—it’s like a custom magazine that updates every minute. But when it suddenly disappears, it can feel like you’re out of the loop. Thankfully, most issues are quick to fix, whether it’s a setting you didn’t know changed, a simple sign-in issue, or a temporary glitch.
Take a few minutes to walk through the steps above, and you’ll have your personalized headlines and updates back in no time.
And if you ever feel like starting fresh, remember—you can always reset your interests, fine-tune the sources you trust, and make the feed work better for you.
