Yes, Instagram experienced widespread outages earlier today, affecting thousands of users globally. Issues included problems with the app, server connections, and logins.
According to The Independent, while the feed, profiles, and stories loaded, users were unable to use the search function and encountered other technical problems. These issues began around 3:00 PM Eastern Time on March 18, 2025.
Instagram’s official communications account acknowledged the problems, stating they were working to resolve the issues and restore normal service as soon as possible.
If you’re still experiencing issues, try restarting your device and checking your internet connection. For persistent problems, you can report them through the Instagram app by navigating to your profile, selecting the menu, going to Settings, then Help, and finally Report a Problem.