Instagram app crashing within seconds of opening on Android for many [U: Widespread again]
February 12, 2026
Update 12/02/26 – 02:17 pm (IST): The Instagram app for Android is facing a significant resurgence of crashing issues, leaving users frustrated and unable to engage with the platform. Reports have surged today, with many users struggling to keep the app open for more than a few fleeting seconds before it force-closes unexpectedly.
At the heart of this turmoil appears to be beta version 417.0.0.0.73, which numerous Android users have identified as the source of their woes. A Reddit user noted that the troubles began two days ago, initially manifesting as crashes when liking comments. However, the situation escalated dramatically this morning, culminating in the app failing to launch altogether.
While clearing the cache offers a momentary reprieve, the crashes soon return, leaving some users unable to upload stories and others confronted with the frustrating “Something went wrong with Instagram” error message after repeated attempts to access the app. As of now, Meta has yet to acknowledge these issues publicly.
Original article published on October 03, 2025, follows:
Android users are currently grappling with what may be Instagram’s most severe performance crisis in recent months. The app struggles to remain open long enough to load the home feed, effectively locking thousands out of their accounts.
Just yesterday, reports surfaced of beta users encountering crashes while watching Reels, a problem that now seems trivial compared to the current wave of disruptions. Users are experiencing crashes almost immediately upon launching the app, often within mere seconds. After a series of failures, they are met with the unhelpful “Something went wrong with Instagram” error message.
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The issue appears to be predominantly affecting Android devices, though the specific version responsible for the crashes remains unclear. One Reddit user reported that an update from a few days ago triggered the immediate crashes they are now experiencing.
Another troubling detail has emerged: some users have noticed their entire photo grid disappearing from the mobile app, displaying a “no posts yet” message, even as everything remains intact on the web version. This glitch seems to occur during the brief moments before the app crashes completely.
Despite multiple attempts at reinstalls, users have found no resolution. Many have resorted to standard troubleshooting methods—clearing the cache, rebooting devices, and uninstalling and reinstalling the app multiple times—only to be met with continued failures. Some users have also reported being unable to disable the Early Access toggle in settings, as attempting to do so results in an error, potentially linked to the ongoing crashes.
While Instagram has yet to provide an official response, the sheer volume of reports makes it difficult for the company to overlook the situation. It seems clear that a recent update from Meta has disrupted the foundational stability of the Android app.
For those eager to regain access to Instagram, installing an older APK file may offer a temporary solution until Meta can implement a proper fix. While this workaround is far from ideal, it certainly beats the frustration of facing a crash screen every few seconds.
Instagram app crashing within seconds of opening on Android for many [U: Widespread again]
Update 12/02/26 – 02:17 pm (IST): The Instagram app for Android is facing a significant resurgence of crashing issues, leaving users frustrated and unable to engage with the platform. Reports have surged today, with many users struggling to keep the app open for more than a few fleeting seconds before it force-closes unexpectedly.
At the heart of this turmoil appears to be beta version 417.0.0.0.73, which numerous Android users have identified as the source of their woes. A Reddit user noted that the troubles began two days ago, initially manifesting as crashes when liking comments. However, the situation escalated dramatically this morning, culminating in the app failing to launch altogether.
While clearing the cache offers a momentary reprieve, the crashes soon return, leaving some users unable to upload stories and others confronted with the frustrating “Something went wrong with Instagram” error message after repeated attempts to access the app. As of now, Meta has yet to acknowledge these issues publicly.
Original article published on October 03, 2025, follows:
Android users are currently grappling with what may be Instagram’s most severe performance crisis in recent months. The app struggles to remain open long enough to load the home feed, effectively locking thousands out of their accounts.
Just yesterday, reports surfaced of beta users encountering crashes while watching Reels, a problem that now seems trivial compared to the current wave of disruptions. Users are experiencing crashes almost immediately upon launching the app, often within mere seconds. After a series of failures, they are met with the unhelpful “Something went wrong with Instagram” error message.
The issue appears to be predominantly affecting Android devices, though the specific version responsible for the crashes remains unclear. One Reddit user reported that an update from a few days ago triggered the immediate crashes they are now experiencing.
Another troubling detail has emerged: some users have noticed their entire photo grid disappearing from the mobile app, displaying a “no posts yet” message, even as everything remains intact on the web version. This glitch seems to occur during the brief moments before the app crashes completely.
Despite multiple attempts at reinstalls, users have found no resolution. Many have resorted to standard troubleshooting methods—clearing the cache, rebooting devices, and uninstalling and reinstalling the app multiple times—only to be met with continued failures. Some users have also reported being unable to disable the Early Access toggle in settings, as attempting to do so results in an error, potentially linked to the ongoing crashes.
While Instagram has yet to provide an official response, the sheer volume of reports makes it difficult for the company to overlook the situation. It seems clear that a recent update from Meta has disrupted the foundational stability of the Android app.
For those eager to regain access to Instagram, installing an older APK file may offer a temporary solution until Meta can implement a proper fix. While this workaround is far from ideal, it certainly beats the frustration of facing a crash screen every few seconds.