How Much Data Does Instagram Use and 3 Ways to Reduce It
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How Much Data Does Instagram Use
We cleared the data usage history on our iPhone and started using Instagram on mobile data. To begin with, the data usage was at 0 MB but at the end of five minutes, here’s how it looked :
That seems like a lot, doesn’t it?
3 Easy Ways to Reduce Data Usage on Instagram
Method 1: Use Instagram Data Saver
Instagram has a built-in data saver option in the settings menu. Go toSettings > Media Qualityand enableUse Less Mobile Data, disableUpload at Highest Quality,and turn onDisable HDR Playback.
Also Read:What happens when you clear the cache on Instagram?
Method 2: Enable Low Data Mode on Your Device
Both iPhone and Android devices have an inbuiltdata saver modeto reduce mobile data usage among apps. Let us see how to enable the same. However, do note that these settings will apply to all applications and not just Instagram.
OpenSettings > Mobile Dataand turn onLow Data Mode.
Enable Data Saver on Android
Note: We have used a OnePlus device to demonstrate the instructions. However, they will remain similar for other Android devices as well.
OpenSettings > Mobile network > Data usageand turn onData Saving.
Also Read:3 Ways to fix blurry stories on Instagram
Method 3: Use Instagram Lite on Android
Instagram has an app calledInstagram Liteon the Google Play store. It is a toned-down version of the Instagram app and is supposed to help you use Instagram with minimal data usage. However, it is only available on Google Play Store and not on Apple’s app store.
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Last updated on 21 June, 2024
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