Instagram is reportedly experiencing a major global outage, with numerous users in India also reporting glitches on the social media platform.
According to Downdetector, a website that monitors online outages, over 1,500 complaints have been registered about Instagram-related issues. The platform reports incidents only when problem reports significantly exceed the usual volume for that time of day.
Key Issues Reported:
- Login Problems: 41% of users reported difficulties logging into their accounts.
- Server Connection Issues: Another 41% faced problems connecting to Instagram servers.
- App Functionality: Users reported being unable to open the app, upload pictures, or post videos.
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Social media users have taken to X (formerly Twitter) to share their frustrations. One user wrote, “Instagram stops working.” Another shared a screenshot showing an error pop-up with the message: “Instagram closed because this app has a bug.” Some users highlighted specific features not working, with one remarking, “Instagram music feature down.”
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Instagram is a popular photo-sharing and social networking app that allows users to take pictures, apply filters, and share them across platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices, Instagram is owned by Meta (formerly Facebook).
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The company has yet to issue an official statement regarding the outage. Users are advised to monitor updates from Instagram’s support channels.