How To Fix Instagram Not Showing Friends Posts Error?
To fix Instagram not showing friends' posts, follow these steps:
Change to "Following Feed" on Instagram:
- Go to your Profile > Menu icon (top right corner) > Settings > Account > Switch to "Following" in the "Feed" section.
Clear Cache on Instagram:
- On Android: Go to Settings > Apps > Instagram > Storage > Clear Cache.
- On iOS: Open Settings app, find Instagram, and tap "Offload App," then tap it again, and finally, go to Instagram and ensure you are logged in.
Restart your internet connection:
- For Wi-Fi: Disable and re-enable Wi-Fi in your device's settings.
- For Mobile Data: Disable and re-enable Mobile Data (or Cellular Data) in your device's settings.
Update Instagram app:
- Go to the App Store (iOS) or Play Store (Android), search for Instagram, and update the app if needed.
Check account privacy:
- Ensure the accounts you are trying to view are not set to private; if they are, request to follow them and wait for approval.
Restart your device:
- Turn off your device and then turn it back on to refresh the system.
Check and reset your Instagram app preferences:
- For iOS: Go to Settings > Instagram > Reset account preferences (option may be unavailable on Android).
Log out and log back into your account:
- Press the Menu icon on the Instagram app > Settings > Log out and then log back in.
Report to Instagram support:
- If the problem persists after trying the above steps, use the Instagram support contact form, provide your specific issue details, and follow instructions for the next steps.
Remember that Instagram's algorithm may also affect which posts you see, but the steps provided should help address most issues related to the Instagram feed's.