Next.js Turbopack Stuck on Compiling How to Fix

Turbopack stuck on "Compiling..." is one of the most frustrating issues in Next.js 15 development. Your dev server starts, shows "Compiling /page", and then... nothing. It hangs indefinitely, blocking your entire development workflow. This guide provides 5 proven solutions that work in production.

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Conclusion

Turbopack stuck on compiling is usually caused by corrupted cache, circular dependencies, or memory issues. The fastest fix is clearing all caches (.next, node_modules/.cache, .turbo) and reinstalling dependencies.

If that doesn't work, check for circular imports using madge, increase memory limits, or temporarily disable Turbopack. For production projects, always have a fallback to standard Webpack mode.

Monitor your compilation times and file sizes to prevent future issues. Turbopack is powerful but still maturing, so don't hesitate to fall back to Webpack if needed.

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