The primary purpose of Instagram remains to allow you to share photos and videos with your followers. However, you may encounter a situation where Instagram won't allow you to post to the platform. If you're experiencing the same issue, read on to find out how to fix Instagram not allowing you to post.
Instagram is the new Facebook these days. Social media addiction is a real thing, and when the app won't let you post that last photo from a trip or a delicious dinner, it may leave you wondering what the problem is. We'll share ways to fix Instagram not allowing you to post on iPhone and Android.
1. Log out and log back in.
On your phone, log out of your current account and log back in using the same Instagram account credentials. Here's how.
Step 1: Open Instagram on your iPhone or Android device.
Step 2: Click on the account icon in the lower right corner.
Step 3: Select the menu at the top and go to Settings.
Step 4: Scroll down and log out of your account.
Log in with your Instagram account login ID/password. If you have two-factor authentication enabled for Instagram, you may also be asked to verify the code.
2. Check your mobile data or Wi-Fi network.
Are you using Instagram on a weak internet connection? You should disable and enable mobile data or Wi-Fi and try again after some time. You can also enable and disable Airplane Mode on your iPhone or Android device.
In short, make sure you have a working internet connection while posting on Instagram.
3. Check Instagram servers
Instagram is no stranger to casual attacks. The Facebook-owned company has faced several massive attacks recently.
You can go to Downdetector Search for Instagram. If you see large spikes in server load times (which you will), it's an issue on Instagram's end.
You don't need to do anything now. Let Instagram fix the issue on their end and get the latest updates from the company on other social media platforms.
4. Reduce file size
If you're dealing with huge RAW image files to upload to Instagram, the service may not allow you to post them.
Instagram compresses media upload sizes, but it can cause errors when handling large image files. You need to reduce the file size of images on your iPhone or desktop.
We won't go into details on how to do this, you can read our dedicated post about How to Reduce Photo File Size on iPhone and Mac.
5. Enable Background App Refresh (IPHONE)
When uploading large videos as posts to Instagram, you need to keep the app open on your iPhone to ensure a successful post. If you return to the home screen, you may encounter errors that Instagram won't let you post. For a smooth upload process, it's best to enable Background App Refresh from the Settings menu.
Step 1: Open the Settings app on the iPhone.
Step 2: Scroll down to Instagram.
Step 3: Enable background app refresh from the following menu.
6. Clear Instagram Cache on Android
Instagram collects cache in the background to remember your frequently visited accounts and other data. Excessive cache can cause Instagram to not allow you to post, especially when you're running low on storage space on your Android phone.
Step 1: Find Instagram from your home screen or App Drawer.
Step 2: Long press the icon and open the app info menu.
Step 3: Go to Storage & cache and select Clear cache from the following menu.
7. Enable Unrestricted Data Usage on Instagram (ANDROID)
This option is very useful when using Instagram with Data Saver mode turned on. Data Saver mode on Android can limit data usage on Instagram. You need to give Instagram unrestricted data usage on Android. Here's how.
Step 1: Long press on the Instagram app icon and open the app info menu.
Step 2: Open the Mobile Data & Wi-Fi menu and enable the Unrestricted Data Usage toggle.
8. Update the Instagram app
Instagram may not be allowing you to post due to an outdated build on your iPhone or Android device. You need to open the App Store or Google Play Store and update Instagram to the latest available version.
9. Share from Instagram
Instagram also has a functional web version. You can visit Instagram on the web, log in with your account details, and start posting photos and videos to your Instagram account.
INSTAGRAM TEMPORARY OUTAGE
One reason could be a temporary outage of Instagram services. But if that's not the case, there's nothing wrong with that. Another alternative to the social platform on the webUse the steps above to troubleshoot the issue and fix Instagram not allowing you to post as soon as possible.
