Android ISA App is stuck on 'Waiting' state
This Article highlights the steps to be taken in case the ISA App on Android is unable to connect and is stuck in a 'Waiting' state.
Issue
The ISA App on Android fails to connect as expected and the ISA App UI indicates that it is stuck in a 'Waiting' state.
Based on the available internet connectivity and the security checks configured, the ISA App typically takes 5-10 seconds to connect on Android devices. In some cases, the ISA App remains stuck in a ' Waiting' state beyond a reasonable time frame, indicating that it is unable to establish connectivity with the InstaSafe Controllers.
Solution
There could be several reasons why the ISA App fails to connect as expected, and remains stuck in a 'Waiting' state. The most common reason for such a situation to arise is a network block. The ISA App would be unable to connect as expected if it is unable to communicate with the InstaSafe Controllers.
The typical causes for the network block and their corresponding solutions are mentioned below:
- Block from the ISP: Some ISPs may arbitrarily block or interfere with traffic towards the InstaSafe Controllers. Making use of an alternate available internet connection (from a different provider) would help
- Block from the Network Firewall: When connecting from a Corporate Network, certain internet traffic might be blocked by the Firewall or a similar network device. The IT Team would need to allow the outbound InstaSafe Traffic, in order for the ISA App to connect
- Block from an Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) or similar service: Some services/apps installed might also drop the traffic initiated by the ISA App. Appropriate steps might need to be taken to allow the traffic and possibly even add the ISA App to the Exclusion List
In case the issue persists after following the above mentioned steps, please contact your organization's IT Team.
If you are an Admin of the organization's ISA Account and need assistance, contact InstaSafe Support.