Instagram users worldwide are encountering technical glitches, prompting many to voice their frustrations on X (formerly Twitter). Reports indicate widespread issues with the app.
A user on X posted, “Instagram stops working #instagramdown,” accompanied by a meme highlighting the situation.
According to Downdetector, over 740 complaints have been logged since 10:34 AM (November 19). Among the issues reported, 41% of users faced login troubles, 40% experienced server disruptions, and 14% saw interruptions in their feeds. Neither Instagram nor its parent company, Meta Platforms, has issued an official statement on the matter.
Netizens share relatable memes:
Recurring Outages?
This isn’t the first time Instagram has faced such problems. On October 29, a significant outage disrupted the platform, particularly its direct messaging feature. Downdetector recorded 1,541 complaints during that period, with the issues peaking around 5:48 PM.
The data showed 48% of users faced application problems, 27% had trouble sharing content, and 25% reported server issues.
Netizens reacted by humorously posting memes on X, highlighting the trend of users shifting to the platform whenever Instagram experiences downtime.