Unity Hub Not Opening
Workaround available Windows, macOS, Linux Updated November 13, 2026Based on 3 user reportsHow we research
Quick answer
Unity Hub won't launch or sits on a blank window, usually because of a stuck background process, corrupted Hub cache, or a security tool blocking it. Killing the process and clearing the Hub cache fixes most cases.
Most likely fix: Kill leftover Hub processes
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Kill leftover Hub processes
- Windows: open Task Manager, end every 'Unity Hub' process, then relaunch
- macOS: open Activity Monitor, quit all 'Unity Hub' processes, then relaunch
- Restart the computer if the process will not end
Did this fix it?2. Clear the Hub cache and settings
- Close Unity Hub completely
- Windows: delete the folder %APPDATA%\UnityHub
- macOS: delete ~/Library/Application Support/UnityHub
- Relaunch the Hub and sign in again (your installed editors and projects list may need to be re-added with Locate)
Did this fix it?3. Allow the Hub through security software
- Add Unity Hub to your antivirus and firewall allow list
- Temporarily disable VPN or proxy and try again
Did this fix it?4. Reinstall the latest Hub
- Uninstall Unity Hub (your editor installs are kept)
- Download the newest Hub from unity.com/download
- Install and run it as administrator on Windows
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Double-clicking Unity Hub does nothing, the window stays white or black, or it opens and closes immediately.
Why it happens
- Hub process still running in the background from a previous session
- Corrupted Hub settings or cache folder
- Antivirus or firewall blocking the Hub or its sign-in
- Outdated Hub version
- Missing permissions on the Unity data folders
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