3 Ways to Fix Instagram Not Showing Last Active

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Why Can’t You See if Someone is Active on Instagram

Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Enable Activity Status

If you haveturned off Activity Status on Instagram, you can’t view someone else’s last seen either.

Step 1:Open the Instagram app and tapprofilefrom the bottom right.

Step 2:Tap thehamburger iconin the top right corner.

Step 3:Scroll down and selectMessages and story replies.

Step 5:TapShow activity status.

Step 6:Toggle onShow Activity Status.

Fix 2: Clear Cache

Clearing cache and junk files may resolve the issue with active status. You can check our guide onwhat happens when you clear your cache on Instagramfor a better understanding.

On Android

Step 1: Long-pressthe Instagram app on the home screen and tap onApp info. Tap onClear Data.

Step 2:Tap onClear cacheand selectOKto confirm.

On iPhone

Offloading an applicationon your iPhone removes temporary data, including cache and junk files.

Step 1:Open theSettingsapp. Go toGeneral -> iPhone Storage.

Step 2: Scroll down and selectInstagramfrom the list. SelectOffload App. Wait for the offloading to complete, then tap on theReinstall Appoption.

Fix 3: Log Out and Login to Instagram

Once you sign out of Instagram and log in again, there is a good chance that the issue will be resolved.

Step 1:Open the Instagram app and go to theProfiletab. Tap on the menu button and selectSettings.

Step 2:Tap onLog Out. Once you log out, sign in to your account.

If none of the above methods work, trycontacting Instagram’s supportfor assistance.

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Last updated on 24 July, 2024

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