Instagram Story Not Uploading? 8 Quick Fixes
Instagram stories are a popular feature, allowing users to share moments of their day with their followers. However, sometimes you may face a situation where your Instagram story is not uploading. This can be due to various reasons like:
- unstable internet connections
- outdated app versions
- glitches in the Instagram app itself.
If you’re posting something to your story, and it gets stuck in a posting loop, try the fixes below.
1. Check Your Internet Connection
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection.
- Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data to see if the issue persists.
- Reset your router or try uploading the story from a different network.
2. Restart the Instagram App
- Close the Instagram app completely.
- Reopen the app and try re-uploading the story.
3. Update the Instagram App
- Check for updates in the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
- Install any available updates for Instagram.
4. Clear Instagram Cache (Android)
- Go to your phone’s Settings > Apps & notifications > Instagram.
- Select ‘Storage & cache‘ and tap ‘Clear Cache’.
5. Reinstall the Instagram App
- Uninstall Instagram from your device.
- Reinstall it from the App Store or Google Play Store.
6. Check Instagram Server Status
- Use websites like DownDetector to check if Instagram servers are down.
- If the servers are down, wait until they are back up and running.
7. Try a different network
- The network you’re connected to may be experiencing problems. Try connecting to a different one.
- If you’re using a VPN, turn it off and check if you’re able to post to your Instagram story.
8. Contact Instagram Support
- If all else fails, report the issue to Instagram support through the app.
Conclusion
Instagram may enter a loop when uploading a photo or video. In most cases, quitting and reopening the app is enough to get it working again. As always, there is a nuclear option; uninstall and reinstall the app which will clear all data from the app and fix any problems it has.
