Instagram Keeps Crashing on iPhone 12? Here’s How to Fix It

Is Instagram crashing or closing unexpectedly on your iPhone 12? You’re not alone. This annoying issue usually shows up after an iOS update or due to bugs in the app. Thankfully, there are several simple fixes you can try to get Instagram working smoothly again.

Below are step-by-step methods to troubleshoot and stop Instagram from crashing on your iPhone 12.

Close Background Apps and Restart Your iPhone

Too many apps running in the background can overload your phone’s memory and cause apps to crash.

Here’s how to close all background apps and reboot your iPhone 12:

Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause in the middle.
Swipe up on each app preview to close them all.
Then, press and hold the Side button and either Volume button until the power slider appears.
Drag the slider to turn off your phone.
Wait 30 seconds, then press and hold the Side button again to turn it back on.

Launch Instagram again and see if it still crashes.

Check for App and iOS Updates

An outdated Instagram app or iOS version can easily cause crashing issues.

To update Instagram and your apps:

Open the App Store.
Tap your profile icon at the top right.
Scroll to Available Updates.
Tap Update All, or just tap Update next to Instagram.

To update iOS:

Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
If an update is available, tap Download and Install.

Restart your iPhone after updating, then try launching Instagram again.

Reset Network Settings

Instagram depends on a stable internet connection. If your network settings are corrupted or misconfigured, the app might crash.

Here’s how to reset network settings:

Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone.
Tap Reset > Reset Network Settings.
Enter your passcode and confirm.

After the reset, reconnect to your Wi-Fi and try using Instagram again.

Delete and Reinstall Instagram

If Instagram is still crashing, it might be due to corrupted app data. Reinstalling the app often fixes this.

To uninstall and reinstall Instagram:

Tap and hold the Instagram icon on your home screen.
Tap Remove App > Delete App.
Restart your iPhone.
Open the App Store, search for Instagram, and tap the download icon.

Factory Reset Your iPhone (Only If Nothing Else Works)

Still dealing with crashes? A factory reset might help—just make sure to back up your data first.

To back up with iTunes:

Connect your iPhone to your Mac or PC with the latest iTunes.
Select your device and click Back Up Now.

Then reset your iPhone:

Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings.
Enter your passcode and confirm.
Once done, set up your iPhone as new and reinstall Instagram.

Still Crashing? Contact Support

If none of these fixes worked, it’s time to get help from the experts. Reach out to Instagram Help Center or Apple Support for further assistance.