{"id":17909,"date":"2023-08-03T11:36:36","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T17:36:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/?p=17909"},"modified":"2024-02-22T04:48:49","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T11:48:49","slug":"why-does-instagram-keep-crashing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/why-does-instagram-keep-crashing","title":{"rendered":"Why Instagram Keeps Crashing? 6 Ways to Solve It Quickly"},"content":{"rendered":"

In 2022 alone, Instagram users spent around <\/span>30.1 minutes<\/span> on the app per day. And most of them are normal, everyday people \u2014 not influencers, entrepreneurs, brand owners, and marketers whose careers depend on growing their accounts. Imagine how much time <\/span>those<\/span><\/i> individuals spend on the app daily!<\/span><\/p>\n

With that in mind, you can also imagine how frustrating it is to try to use Instagram throughout the day and night, only for it to crash every single time. Perhaps this is even something you\u2019ve experienced yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why does Instagram keep crashing? That\u2019s a question we aim to answer, but also that we plan to help you fix!<\/span><\/p>\n

Instagram Keeps Crashing:<\/span> <\/span><\/strong>6 Reasons and Solutions<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

There are six common reasons behind the Instagram app crashing on you every time you log into it. The good news is that fixing each of these problems is usually quite simple. Don\u2019t worry, though; we\u2019ll guide you step by step through each solution anyway.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Onward!<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Your Instagram App<\/span> Is Glitching<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sometimes the reason for your Instagram app crashing is a glitch. A glitch is a short and temporary malfunction in a software. In this situation, there\u2019s usually nothing pervasive going on. Instead, it happens at totally random times to random users.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Solution: Restart the Instagram App<\/b><\/p>\n

If the Instagram crashes are the result of a glitch, then simply closing the app completely and then restarting it may be enough to solve the problem.<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n

2. Your Mobile Device<\/span> Is Glitching<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re experiencing crashes all over your mobile device, not just on Instagram, then the fault could lie with a glitch in your mobile device. This can happen from time to time, especially as your phone or tablet gets older or is used a lot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Solution: Restart Your Mobile Device<\/b><\/p>\n

Restarting your phone or tablet can go a long way toward fixing any glitches that are plaguing it. This action may also initiate a pending update to the software that will address the problems you\u2019re experiencing.<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n

3. Your Instagram App Is Out of Date<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Speaking of updates, apps need to be updated from time to time, as well. Developers regularly roll out new updates to address recurring glitches or bugs in the system, as well as introduce new features or get rid of old, underused ones.<\/p>\n

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Solution: Update Your Instagram App<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s\ud83d\udc47how to update the Instagram app<\/a> on your mobile device depending on whether you have an iOS or an Android platform.<\/div><\/div>\n

For iOS Users \u2013<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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Step #1: <\/b>Open the App Store.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"App<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #2: <\/b>Tap your profile picture<\/strong> and scroll down until you see a tab called <\/span>Available Updates<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Profile<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #3: <\/b>Check if the Instagram app is among the available updates<\/strong>, and if so, tap <\/span>UPDATE <\/b>to start it manually. Wait for it to complete, and then reopen the Instagram app.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

For Android Users \u2013<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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Step #1: <\/b>Open the Google Play app.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #2: <\/b>Tap your profile picture<\/strong> and then tap<\/span> Manage Apps & Device<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Manage<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #3: <\/b>Check which updates to your apps are available.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Instagram<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #4:<\/strong> Tap <\/span>Update <\/b>to start it. Let it finish downloading and installing before you start using Instagram again.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Update\"<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

Pro Tip:<\/strong> For both iOS and Android users, make sure you\u2019re connected to a Wi-Fi network before you attempt any app or software updates on your mobile device.<\/div><\/div>\n

4. Your Instagram App Cache Is Full<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Your Instagram app comes with a cache, which is like a digital storage unit. The cache stores things like posts and search results, so that it can quickly pull them up again the next time you want to access them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Over time, the Instagram cache will get full. When it does, it can cause problems such as slowdowns and crashes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Solution: Empty Your Instagram Cache<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s\ud83d\udc47how to empty your Instagram app cache, for iOS and Android users alike.<\/div><\/div>\n

For iOS Users \u2013\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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Step #1: <\/b>Open Settings and tap General.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #2: <\/b>Tap iPhone Storage<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Empty<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #3:<\/strong> Click on Instagram\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"Find<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #4: <\/b>Tap <\/span>Offload App <\/b>and then <\/span>Reinstall App<\/b>. This action will delete the cache from Instagram and then redownload the app to your device. You\u2019ll have to log in again, but the app should perform better from now on.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

For Android Users \u2013<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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Step #1: <\/b>Open Settings and tap <\/span>Apps<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #2: <\/b>Scroll down until you find Instagram<\/strong>, then tap it.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"find<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #3: <\/b>Scroll down and tap <\/span>Storage<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #4: <\/b>Tap <\/span>Clear cache<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

5. Your Mobile Device Is Out of Date\ud83d\udcf1<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s another case in which your Instagram crashes have nothing to do with the app itself, and that is if your mobile device is out of date.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is more common than you think! Updating your phone usually takes anywhere from 5-10 minutes depending on the size of the update file, so many users put this off. But the longer you delay it, the more your phone\u2019s performance will be impacted.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Solution: Update Your Mobile Device<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stop putting off the inevitable and update your mobile device. To initiate it manually, follow these steps.\ud83d\udc47<\/div><\/div>\n

For iOS Users \u2013<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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Step #1: <\/b>Open Settings and tap <\/span>General<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tap<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #2: <\/b>Tap <\/span>Software Update<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Software<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #3: <\/b>Tap <\/span>Install Now<\/b> next to each update that you want to start. For some updates, you may need to enter your passcode.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Install<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

For Android Users \u2013<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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Step #1: <\/b>Open the Settings app<\/strong> on your Android device.<\/p>\n

\"Settings<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #2: <\/b>Locate and select the “System” or “Device”<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n

\"System<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Step #3:\u00a0<\/strong>Tap on “Continue<\/strong>” to proceed with the update.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

6. Your Internet Connection<\/span> Is Weak<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This last reason for your Instagram app crashing is your Wi-Fi or data connection being too weak.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If Instagram can\u2019t connect to a strong internet signal, it will likely slow down tremendously. This could cause the app to shut down because it\u2019s being non-responsive.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Solution: Troubleshoot Your Internet Connection (Or Find a Stronger One)<\/b><\/p>\n

In this situation, you have a few options to try.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • <\/i> Turn the Wi-Fi feature off on your mobile device, wait 10-30 seconds, and then turn it on again.<\/li>\n
  • <\/i> Turn the Wi-Fi router off, wait 10-30 seconds, and then turn it on again.<\/li>\n
  • <\/i> Find a stronger internet connection.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t
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    Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Don\u2019t sit in suffering while your Instagram app keeps crashing, especially if using it is how you make your living! Instead, take the initiative and try the solutions we recommended in this article to stop Instagram from shutting down on you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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