9 Best Ways to Fix Instagram Not Loading in Safari on iPhone, iPad and Mac

Instagram offers native apps on iOS and Android, but some users prefer the web version to check posts, stories, and reels. Mac, iPhone, and iPad users typically use Safari to browse their Instagram feed. However, if Instagram fails to load in Safari, here are the best ways to fix the issue on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Switching to a Safari alternative on iPhone and Mac is always an option. However, third-party browsers lack integration with other Apple devices and the security of features like iCloud Private Relay. To address the problem of Instagram not loading in Safari, you can use the following tips.

1. Reload Webpage

To reload the Instagram webpage on your mobile or desktop, simply click on the refresh icon in the Safari address bar.

2. Try Safari Private Mode

Loading Instagram in Safari Private Mode can help you identify any issues with a corrupt cache or third-party extension.

Mac

Step 1: Launch Safari on your Mac.
Step 2: Click the File menu at the top-left corner.
Step 3: Select ‘New Private Window.’ Login to your Instagram account on the web.

iPhone

Step 1: Open Safari on your iPhone or iPad. Step 2: Select the tab switcher menu at the bottom-right corner.

Step 3: Open tabs at the bottom and select Private.

3. Clear Website Data in Safari

Using Instagram in Safari Private Mode can be inconvenient because you will have to enter your login details each time you want to access the platform. If Instagram is working well in Private Mode, you can try clearing your browsing history and accessing it in the regular mode instead.

Step 1: Launch Safari on Mac and click Safari menu at the top-left corner on the menu bar.
Step 2: Select Settings from the context menu.

Step 3: Click on Privacy tab and click ‘Manage Website Data’.

Step 4: Select the ‘Remove All’ button at the bottom-left corner.

iPhone

Open the Settings app on iPhone and tap Safari.

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4. Remove Safari Extensions

A Safari extension may block Instagram on Mac, iPhone, or iPad. Disable or remove any unfamiliar extensions from Safari. Here’s how.

Mac

Step 1: Launch Safari on your Mac, click the Safari menu, and select Settings.

Step 2: Select the Extensions tab and disable or uninstall an extension.

iPhone

Step 1: Go to Safari in your iPhone Settings.

Step 2: Choose Extensions.

Step 3: Open an extension and disable it from the menu.

5. Disable iCloud Private Relay

iCloud Private Relay hides your IP address and browsing activity in Safari, protecting your internet traffic from prying eyes. However, using iCloud Private Relay may cause some websites, such as Instagram, to not load properly.

Mac

Step 1: Click the Apple icon and open System Settings.

Step 2: Select your account from the sidebar and click iCloud from the pane.

Step 3: Click Private Relay and disable it.

iPhone

Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone and select your account at the top.

Step 2: Open iCloud and select Private Relay.

Step 3: Disable the Private Relay toggle.

6. Turn off VPN

An active VPN on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac can cause issues with Instagram on Safari. Disable VPN on your device and try loading Instagram again.

7. Check Instagram Status

If Instagram servers are down, none of the tricks will work to load the service in Safari. Confirm the issue by searching for Instagram on Downdetector. The home feed won’t load, you can’t send messages or post stories during the downtime. Wait for Instagram to fix issues.

8. Update System OS

Apple releases new Safari builds via system updates. You can update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to make the latest Instagram app work with your Apple devices.

Step 1: Click the Apple icon at the top-left corner and open System Settings.

Step 2: Select General from the left sidebar and click System Update from the right pane.

Step 3: Install the latest update.

iPhone

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9. Try Another Browser

If Safari is causing problems, try using Chrome or Microsoft Edge to access your Instagram feed.

Enjoy Instagram Web

iPhone users can go back to using the Instagram native app. But iPad and Mac users are limited to using Safari to access their Instagram feed. What trick did you use to fix Instagram not loading in Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Mac?