Can't Log In to Tana
Workaround available Web, Mac, Windows, Linux Updated October 21, 2026
Quick answer
Tana's official fix for login loops is clearing the site data: open Developer tools, go to Application > Storage, click 'Clear site data', then restart and log in again.
Most likely fix: Clear Tana's site data.
Symptoms
Login page keeps reloading, you get bounced back after signing in, or the app is stuck loading after login.
Why it happens
- Corrupted local site data or cache
- Stale session after an update
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Clear Tana's site data
- Open Developer tools with Ctrl/Cmd+Shift+I
- Go to Application > Storage
- Click 'Clear site data'
- Restart the browser or desktop app and log in again
2. Try the other client
- If the browser fails, try the desktop app, or vice versa
- Make sure you use the same login method (Google or email) you signed up with
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