Why Instagram Is Not Working?

The most common steps to solve a problem is to restart the app or your phone, see if the Instagram service is down or try the app on a different device. If you can't add more accounts to follow, you might have hit Instagram's limit and you need to unfollow some accounts before you can add more.

Why is my Instagram not loading?

Clear App Data and Cache (iOS/Android)

If a restart didn't fix Instagram for you, try clearing the app data and cache. While you can clear an individual app's cache and data on Android, on iPhone you need to delete and reinstall the app.

Why is my Instagram not working 2021?

Rather, you need to clear the cache and unnecessary data. For some phones, you need to visit Settings > App & Notifications > Instagram > Storage > Clear Cache. iPhone: In this case, restart your phone and update the app to its latest version.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.