Is Instagram offline? Why is Instagram down? A couple different social media platforms are reporting issues at the moment. Thousands of users are complaining of problems with Instagram right now. So what’s the deal?
Update May 10, 8:45 AM: Instagram is down for many users. Instagram is having issues since 8:33 AM EDT. You may check the status here.
https://twitter.com/allawolfie/status/994555611533766656
When users try loading Instagram, they are reportedly getting error messages and have not been able to see updated notifications. Other reported issues include not being able to access the website, upload videos or tag more than three people.
Here is Down Detector’s map of where the issues are occurring, as of 8:33 AM. EDT. You can check out an updated map at Down Detector’s website here.
It is unknown what the cause of these technical issues are as of now. People have taken to Twitter to comment on the matter.
https://twitter.com/aliciabailey/status/994556805215748097
https://twitter.com/ChloeAmandaB/status/994558751955869697