Meta is a tech company behind Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and gadgets like the Meta Quest VR headset and Ray-ban smart glasses.
It builds apps and devices to help people connect, share, and interact—both online and in virtual worlds.
Meta aims to create a metaverse, a shared digital universe where people can hang out, work, play games, or attend concerts using avatars.
Meta’s Future
Meta is betting on the metaverse, artificial intelligence (AI), and the merging of the digital and physical worlds.
Meta wants the metaverse, a digital universe. Meta is pouring billions into AI to power smarter social media, chatbots, and creator tools. Imagine.
Meta’s future is a mix of big dreams and tough realities. They want to redefine how we live online, but success depends on whether people want to live in VR or trust AI with their data.
Stuck in a loop on www.meta.com/devices.
This is likely a software update, security check, or account verification loop. But you don’t need to worry, it’s fixable! Here’s exactly what’s happening and how to break the loop.
This is a common (but frustrating) issue tied to Meta’s messy account migration process. Follow this step-by-step process.
Reason behind this Issue
- Legacy Oculus Account Conflicts: If you created an Oculus account pre-2022 (before Meta rebranded), it might not be fully merged with your current Meta account.
- Account type Mismatch: Meta separates personal accounts (Facebook/Meta) and Work Accounts (for businesses). If you originally set up your Quest 2 with a personal account but the prompt is asking for a “work email,” there’s a disconnect.
- Cach and Cookies Glitch: www.meta.com/device site sometimes “forgets” your session, especially if you’re using the same browser where you’re already logged in elsewhere.
How to Fix it
Confirm Your Account Type
- Personal Account: Linked to Facebook/Instagram or a standalone Meta account.
- Work Account: Uses an email from your employer and requires admin approval.
- If you’re not part of a business/org, the prompt is likely a bug. Skip to Step 3.
Use the Exact Email Linked to Your Quest 2.
- Check your original Quest 2 setup email.
- Open the Meta Quest app on your phone → Settings → Account Settings.
- Look for the email under “Account Center.”
- If you used a Facebook login, try the email tied to your Facebook account.
If you used an Oculus account pre-2022, you may need to merge it with a Meta account first.
Bypass the Glitch.
The “work email” prompt is often a red herring. Try these workarounds:
- Use an Incognito/Private Browser: Chrome → Ctrl+Shift+N (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+N (Mac). Go to meta.com/devices and log in fresh.
- Clear Browser Cache:
- Chrome: Ctrl+Shift+Del → Check “Cached images and files” → Clear.
- Try a Different Device: Use a phone/tablet you’ve never logged into Meta on.
Manually Merge Legacy Account.
If you had an old Oculus account:
- Go to Meta Account Migration.
- Log in with your Oculus credentials (email + password).
- Follow the steps to link it to your current Meta account.
- Restart your Quest 2 and try the code again.
Contact Meta Support.
If all else fails:
- Visit Meta Support → Chat or Request a Call.
- Say: “I’m stuck in a loop entering a code on meta.com/devices. The site claims my email isn’t linked, but I can log into my account.”
- Ask them to:
- Verify your account’s device linkage.
- Manually push a firmware update to your Quest 2.
Why This Worked for Others
Reddit users (e.g., r/OculusQuest) report success with:
- Factory Reset + Fresh Setup: (Last resort—you’ll lose local data!)
- Hold Power + Volume Down → Factory Reset.
- Set up the Quest 2 as a new device with your Meta account.
- Using a Meta “Burner” Account: Temporarily create a new Meta account to bypass the loop, then merge later.
Prevent Future Headaches
- Enable 2FA: Reduces account verification bugs.
- Regularly Update: Plug in your Quest 2 monthly to auto-install patches.
This loop is 100% fixable—just a mix of Meta’s janky backend and aggressive security policies. Let me know if you hit another wall!