Introduction to Instagram Location Not Working
Instagram is one of the widely used social media platforms. It has several features among which “location” is also added. “Instagram location” is a feature that is mostly used by the Instagrammers.
If it doesn’t work properly, it means you have to solve the issue, right? Most of the Instagram users opt for sharing locations of where they eat, the places they visit, etc. It is basically all about sharing the locations which are worth mentioning.
What happens when the location feature doesn’t work?
Obviously, you will not be able to tag the location. For that, you need to make it work. The first thing to check while sharing location or bringing the location feature to life is by checking the Wi-Fi connection of the device.
This can actually solve the issue. If it doesn’t then don’t fret! We have more ways to help you with the problem.
Other ways to handle the problem are mentioned below.
Option 1: fixing settings
If you are unable to fix the problem even after turning on the Wi-Fi, simply go to the settings from a cellphone or tablet. From there, land on “location”. You can find this option by dropping the features on “setting”. Turn it on, if it is off.
Option 2: check location setting from phone
Are you still unable to use the location feature on Instagram? If so, try this solution. Go to the settings of your phone or tablet. See if the location is allowed for Instagram. Make sure Instagram is in the list of applications that can share the location. If you don’t see it added, then please do.
Option 3: Restart and reinstall the app
This works fine if other solutions are not much of a use. What you can do is to restart the device. After restarting, uninstall the Instagram app, and then install it again.
Hopefully, with the help of these solutions, you will be able to turn the location feature on.
What if you still are unable to use location features on Instagram?
After trying all the methods mentioned above, if you are still unable to use location features on Instagram, you need to contact the customer service of Instagram.
Once you are connected with the support system, tell them that you have tried everything out and still are unable to use location features on your phone. They will help you in finding the solution.
The last option which can actually bring peace in your life regarding the use of the location feature is to change the phone. It doesn’t mean you need to buy another device.
However, it means that you should try using the location feature from another phone. In case it starts and shows the option, believe that your phone was of no use and it is important to get the phone fixed.
Other ways to handle the problem – Instagram location not working?
Since we have already discussed some of the main ways to handle the situation, where you are unable to use location features. Even then sometimes it doesn’t work and we are bound to look out for more help.
Option 4: unlink IG from Facebook
Another reason for not getting a location feature on your Instagram can possibly be because of deactivating your FB account. This particularly has been noticed when you are an iPhone user.
Basically, when you deactivate the Facebook account and try to use the location feature, it gets frustrating. The reason behind it is simple; both the applications and accounts are synced and work fine when are linked properly.
To fix the issue you are required to unlink Facebook from Instagram. This is what you can do to unlink these two apps.
Step 1: go to the Facebook app and log in to the account.
Step 2: then find settings in the option and click on settings
Step 3: click on the “account” tab and scroll down to find “linked accounts”. Click on “linked accounts” too.
Step 4: then, tap the Facebook tab and find an “unlink account” (if you are using an iPhone) or “unlink” (if using an android phone).
Step 5: This is the last step; click on the “yes, unlink” option to confirm.
How to turn on location on Instagram android?
There are a number of ways to turn on the location feature on your android as well as iOS-based devices. We have mentioned more than three options to work on. These work flawlessly but if they don’t we have another option that is discussed towards the end. We wish you all the very best in turning on the location on Instagram. However, we would recommend to turn it off after using it so that you can stay safe and protected.
Do you want to learn how to turn off the location feature on Instagram? If yes, read on. We have shared steps on how to turn off the option.
How to turn off location from Instagram?
To keep yourself safe and away from unwanted accidents, we always recommend our readers to turn off their location from Instagram once they have used the location feature. What good does it bring? Well, it doesn’t show your location if you post, and that way you are somewhat safe!
Step 1: go to the settings of your iPhone.
Step 2: click on the “privacy” tab and then press “location services”.
Step 3: Then scroll down and click on the Instagram tab.
Step 4: choose “never” to opt-out from the location assess.
Note: the default setting of Instagram is always off. You can turn it on when you are posting a picture.
This article is contributed by Social Followers UK.
