If your OnePlus 13 isn’t syncing contacts, you might notice missing names, old contact lists, or updates that never appear. This issue can come from account settings, sync restrictions, or connection problems. The good news is that you can fix it quickly with a few adjustments.
Why Your OnePlus 13 Contacts Might Not Be Syncing
- Google or account sync is turned off.
- Poor or unstable internet connection.
- Battery optimization is restricting background sync.
- Outdated software or app glitches.
- Account authentication errors.
Check Your Internet Connection.
Contacts need an active internet connection to sync properly. If your phone is offline or the connection is unstable, syncing will fail.
- Open Settings, and then tap Wi-Fi.
- Make sure your Wi-Fi or mobile data is turned on, and verify that you have a working connection.
If possible, switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data to see if syncing starts again.
Verify Google Account Sync.
If your Google account sync is off, contacts will not update automatically. Turning it back on ensures your device stays up to date.
- Open Settings, and then tap Passwords & accounts.
- Select your Google account, and then tap Account sync. Make sure Contacts is toggled on.
Wait a few moments, and then check if your contacts reappear.
Manually Sync Your Contacts.
Sometimes automatic sync fails, but you can trigger it manually to refresh your contact list.
- Open Settings, and then tap Passwords & accounts.
- Select your Google account, and then tap the three-dot icon at the top right. Tap Sync now.
This forces the OnePlus 13 to update all synced data, including contacts.
Disable Battery Optimization for Contacts.
Battery optimization can prevent background apps from syncing properly. Disabling it ensures Contacts runs without interruption.
- Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
- Tap Battery optimization, find Contacts, and choose Don’t optimize.
This keeps the Contacts app active when the screen is off.
Clear Cache and Data for Contacts App.
Corrupted app data may block syncing. Clearing it allows the app to start fresh.
- Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
- Tap Contacts, then tap Storage & cache. Tap Clear cache, and then tap Clear storage.
Reopen the Contacts app, and wait for it to resync.
Remove and Re-add Your Google Account.
If your account has authentication issues, removing and adding it again can resolve the problem.
- Open Settings, and then tap Passwords & accounts.
- Select your Google account, and then tap Remove account. After that, tap Add account and sign in again.
Syncing should resume automatically after the account is reconnected.
Contacts are essential, and keeping them synced ensures you never lose important information. With these solutions, your OnePlus 13 should update and display your contacts without delay.
FAQs
Why are my new contacts not showing up on my OnePlus 13?
They might be saved to the phone instead of your Google account. Edit the contact and select your Google account as the storage option.
How often does OnePlus sync contacts automatically?
Google sync runs in the background at regular intervals, but timing can vary depending on connection and battery settings.
Will deleting and re-adding my Google account delete my contacts?
No. Your contacts are stored in your Google account, so they will reappear once you sign in and enable sync.
