What happened to free lives before each game?

Hey there, I'm not really sure I'm following - are you able to send a screenshot of your problem?

For any problem in the game we recommend the following steps to make sure nothing is wrong with your Soda game:

• Restart: Force close apps and restart your device.
• Updates: Check that you have the latest game and device updates.
• Memory: Keep at least 2GB of free storage for smooth gameplay.
• Connection: Use WiFi instead of cellular data.
• Clear Cache:
  • 🤖 Android: Settings > Apps > Candy Crush Soda > Storage > Clear Cache
  • 🍏 iOS: Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data