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Instagram Live Isn’t Working, Why?

Instagram Live allows users to broadcast live to their followers without viewer limits. However, issues may arise due to connection problems, server errors, battery optimization settings, or missing app permissions. To fix this, ensure a stable internet connection, disable battery optimization (Android: Settings > Apps > Instagram > Battery > Disable Optimization), grant necessary permissions, and try switching networks. If problems persist, attempting to stream during off-peak hours or contacting Instagram support may help.

Instagram Live isn't working

Why Isn’t Instagram Live Working?

As with any plug-in, the Instagram Live application sometimes has problems showing up. Users who are experiencing this issue ask, “Instagram Live isn’t working.”

There are some reasons and solutions to this. If it is not a problem caused by Instagram servers lagging, you can solve it simply.

If you have problems with the server, you may need to contact the available Instagram technical support team.

Suppose this problem occurs, then you cannot make live broadcasts and cannot use this feature. Alternatively, while you’re on a live stream, the broadcast can be interrupted, and you can’t run it again.

Instagram Live isn't working

What to Do If Live Problems Occurs

You can fix Instagram Live problems by some simple solution methods.

This error is not caused by the user. It is based on the mobile device settings you are using.

To solve this, you may need to change a few settings on your device. If the solution recommendations we offer below do not work, you can use Instagram from a different mobile device and log in to your account.

Instagram Live isn't working

What Is Instagram Live?

  • Instagram Live is a feature that allows users to broadcast live for other members who are following them.
  • There is no limit or restriction to use this feature and the number of people watching live TV.
  • Thousands of people can watch and write a comment on your live broadcast at the same time.
  • You can also reply to these comments. It is one of the most fun features of Instagram and is used by many people.

Advanced Solutions for Instagram Live Issues

If common fixes don’t work, here are advanced methods to address Instagram Live problems:

  1. Check Your Internet Connection: Ensure you’re on a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection. A weak or unstable connection can disrupt live broadcasts.
  2. Disable Battery Optimization: On Android devices, battery optimization settings might restrict Instagram’s functionality. Go to Settings > Apps > Instagram > Battery > Disable Optimization.
  3. Grant All Permissions: Ensure Instagram has all necessary permissions enabled, such as camera, microphone, and storage access.
  4. Switch to a Different Network: If you’re on Wi-Fi, try using mobile data or vice versa to rule out network-related issues.
  5. Test Instagram Live During Off-Peak Hours: High server traffic during peak times can affect features like Instagram Live. Try broadcasting during less busy hours.

By following these steps, you can tackle more complex issues causing Instagram Live to malfunction. If these don’t work, reaching out to Instagram Technical Support is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions About

Thanks to the replay feature, you can choose to share your live videos, and the viewers can re-watch them for the next 24 hours.

The person sharing the live video can’t hear you. Although they can see that you’ve joined, your comments, likes, and shares of it.

You can view and watch Instagram live on your computer, just the same way you do on your mobile phone.

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  1. Sidnie
    Sidnie

    My friend can’t join my live video on Instagram none of them it says unable to join

    • Mamuna7860
      Mamuna7860

      If you’re blocked, it is possibly temporary. You’ll have to wait until Instagram lets you go live again. When they do, try not to repeat the actions that got you blocked.

  2. Rachel
    Rachel

    I Just had The same problem today morning. Am I blocked?

    • Kamirahthedancer
      Kamirahthedancer

      I was blocked from going Instagram live what can I do cause I don’t want to lose my instagram account

      • Insta Followers
        Insta Followers

        If you’re blocked, it is possibly temporary. You’ll have to wait until Instagram lets you go live again. When they do, try not to repeat the actions that got you blocked.

        • helari
          helari

          How do I resolve the problem after finishing an Instagram live video I get the message: “rights to content may belong to someone else” and cannot save the video? I am not using music. TIA

  3. Len Vacca
    Len Vacca

    Well if I could log in to instagram I could fix
    But I also think my last update of iOS 13 as some problems too but then I say if that was the cause then none of my apps would work right

  4. amir_daneshzadeh
    amir_daneshzadeh

    Hi sirs
    When I wanted to go live today I couold not and I recieve a message that says you can not go live and the problem will expire on ……

  5. Yomailette Caraballo
    Yomailette Caraballo

    Hi my Instagram live chat is not working on my iPhone so what do I have to do to fix it

  6. Wildene
    Wildene

    My issue is not going live, my issue is adding a friend or a friend adding me? What could be the issue?

  7. Shot
    Shot

    Every time i get on another user’s live session, my image goes all black but you can still hear me. I have logged in my account in other devices and problem still happens. Any suggestions to solve this?

    Thanks.

    • Insta Followers
      Insta Followers

      Hello, this may be a result of using the wrong camera. Is there a chance that you are using the back camera on the live session? Try to flip it to the front one.

  8. Sasmita
    Sasmita

    I don’t have the option of screen sharing but why

  9. Simon Mehlman
    Simon Mehlman

    Hi, I ran an Instargram Live session today, shared with another person but although I clicked end and then save, I cannot find my video. The only error message I see is in a red bar at the foot of a black screen that reads: “Rights to content may belong to someone else.”
    Please can you help?

    • Helar
      Helar

      Were you able to resolve this issue? I’m having the same problem. I’m not using music

  10. Ash
    Ash

    All of a sudden when I go live on Instagram there’s bad feedback it’s sounds like a loud buzzing noise in the background I’ve tried it on different Devices and I am still having the same problem can anyone help ?

  11. Shan
    Shan

    I did my first Live today. When I hit end, I got an error message “rights to content may belong to someone else” in a red box at the bottom of the screen

    • helari
      helari

      Did you figure out how to fix this problem? I’m having the same issue.

  12. Pablo
    Pablo

    I thought Instagram live isn’t working in any way but suddenly it started to work just fine. Interesting

  13. sethu
    sethu

    comments dont show on Instagram live

    • Dennis
      Dennis

      Seems like this glitch started recently on Instagram. If you haven’t included banned words, there is an error on Instagram. Try to restart the app. Delete and reinstall if necessary.

  14. Javish
    Javish

    When I go on a live I cannot see no live comments and cannot comment either anyone could help? I tried uninstalling and reinstalling already

    • Dennis
      Dennis

      Are you sure you haven’t hidden the comments? Tap on the screen and see if comments appear.

  15. James
    James

    After going live, I go to my live archive and share the video to my feed along with a video preview to my main profile. But, I’ve noticed that some of my older live videos have disappeared from both my videos tab and from my primary feed. Is this because IG deletes the archive in 30 days…and with it any evidence of the video from across my account, even when it has been shared as a post?

  16. Anamika mehta
    Anamika mehta

    I can’t come live in Instagram plzz help

    • Yasmin Talley
      Yasmin Talley

      You should contact Instagram Support.