Published by Mark Anacker

Report an issue with Lightning.
Send the customer service your feedback so they can fix your issue asap.



Email Support directly



Chat with our AppContacter AI Support


Why should I report an Issue with Lightning?

  1. AppContacter will directly Email your issue/feedback to an apps's customer service once you report an issue and with lots of issues reported, companies will definitely listen to you.
  2. Pulling issues faced by users like you is a good way to draw attention of Mark Anacker to your problem using the strength of crowds.
  3. Importantly, customers can learn from other customers in case the issue is a common problem that has been solved before.

Lightning Customer Insights

1. Fun to use and a great safety tool.Looks good, can't wait to test it on real storm!Great attitude towards the privacy and ads !!Fun tool to show my kidsJust what a weather geek needs!I love it it the best every.

2. Much simpler :) Also the ability to keep the screen awake whilst using the app as it will go off as per your settings.ThanksSimple to use to measure distance to lightning.

3. a lifeguard swimming coach..Shows distance while waiting for thunder to strike.

4. My only suggestion would be to change the app to just taping anywhere on the screen as your preoccupied looking at the sky (and not at your phone).

5. I use this when in Slovakia as thunder storms can appear very quickly up in the mountains with no forewarning.

6. Press once for the flash and another for when you hear the thunder.

7. Gives both miles and km's.

Steps to Troubleshoot & Fix Lightning Issues

1. Fix Lightning Not Working/Crashes/Errors/Unresponsive & Black/White screen:


  1. Restart Lightning: Restarting the app will resolve most errors.
  2. Update the Lightning App. Here is how:
    1. On Android goto PlayStore » Search for "Lightning" » Open Lightning » click "Update".
    2. On iPhone, goto AppStore » Your profile » Available Updates » Check for Lightning » click "UPDATE".
  3. Clear Lightning app cache: Clearing cached data will force your app to retrieve the latest data directly from Lightning servers.
    1. On Android, goto Settings » Apps » Select "Lightning" » click Storage » click "Clear Cache".
  4. Check Lightning app permissions. If any of these permissions required to use your device's features are disenabled, Lightning might not work.
  5. Uninstall and reinstall Lightning. If nothing else has worked, completely uninstall Lightning then reinstall.
  6. Restart your device. Last, restarting your device can often clear most problems causing Lightning not working


2. Fix Lightning Server issues & Internet Connection


  1. Check network connection: An unstable Internet will make Lightning be unable to connect to it's servers. Ensure your wi-fi is working then restart app.
  2. Disable VPN: VPN can cause connection errors and lead to Lightning not working. Make sure all VPNs are off
  3. Enable background data: When Background data is turned off, Lightning may not be able to connect to the Internet when running in the background.

Reported Issues