Instagram keeps crashing? 9 fixes for iPhone and Android
Instagram usually crashes after a buggy update, with a corrupted cache, or when the phone is short on space.
The fix
9 fixes, in order
- 1
Check for an outage.
If many people report problems, wait.
- 2
Restart your phone.
- 3
Update Instagram.
- 4
Update your phone’s software.
- 5
Free up storage.
Aim for at least 2 GB free.
- 6
Android: clear cache.
Settings › Apps › Instagram › Storage › Clear cache.
- 7
iPhone: delete and reinstall.
iPhone has no cache button for Instagram, so a reinstall does the same job.
- 8
Turn off VPN and data saver apps.
- 9
Report the crash.
In Instagram, shake your phone or go to Settings › Help › Report a problem.
Frequently asked questions
Will reinstalling Instagram delete my posts?
No. Posts, messages and followers are stored on your account. You only need to log in again. Unsaved drafts may be lost.
Why does Instagram crash only on Reels?
Reels use a lot of memory. Close other apps, free up space and update Instagram. On older Android phones, Instagram Lite may run more smoothly.
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