Instagram Not working? Check Easy Ways To Fix It
Trouble opening Instagram on your phone? It's frustrating, but there are ways to fix it! Here's how to get your app up and running again on Android or iPhone.
Instagram Not Opening on Android/iPhone
1. Check Instagram's Status
First, check if Instagram's servers are down using a browser and a site like Downdetector. If it's okay, proceed to the next steps.
2. Restart Your Phone
Sometimes a simple restart can do wonders. Give it a try if Instagram isn't cooperating.
3. Update Instagram
Outdated apps can cause issues. Head to the Play Store or App Store, find Instagram, and hit 'Update' if there's a new version.
4. Clear Cache or Offload
Clear the Instagram app cache (Android: Settings > Apps > Instagram > Storage > Clear Cache; iPhone: Settings > General > iPhone Storage > Instagram > Offload App).
5. Uninstall and Reinstall
If all else fails, uninstall Instagram and reinstall it.
6. Check App Permissions
Make sure Instagram has all the necessary permissions in your phone settings for location, microphone, and camera.
7. Try an Older Version
As a last resort, try installing an older version of Instagram if the issue persists.
Instagram Not Working on Chrome
Having trouble on Chrome? Try these fixes:
1. Clear Browser Cache
Click the three dots, go to More tools > Clear browsing data, select the time range and what to clear, then click 'Clear data.'
2. Disable Chrome Extensions
Manage extensions by clicking the Extensions button, and toggle off any extensions causing issues.
3. Update Chrome
In Chrome settings, go to About Chrome to check for and install updates.
4. Flush DNS
Type "cmd" in search, open as admin, type "ipconfig /flushdns," and press Enter.
5. Reinstall Chrome
Uninstall Chrome in Settings > Apps, then reinstall it from the web.
6. Try Another Browser
Use Microsoft Edge or Firefox and visit Instagram's website as an alternative.
There you go! These steps should help get Instagram working smoothly on your phone or desktop again. Happy scrolling!
