Contents
- 1 7 Best Fixes for Instagram Music Search Not Working On iPhone
- 1.1 1. Switch From Mobile Data to Wi-Fi
- 1.2 2. Connect to a 5GHz Frequency Band
- 1.3 3. Switch From Professional to Personal Account on Instagram
- 1.4 4. Use VPN Service on Your iPhone
- 1.5 5. Logout and Login Again on Instagram
- 1.6 6. Update the Instagram App
- 1.7 7. Check if Instagram Is Down
- 1.8 Add Music to Instagram Stories
7 Best Fixes for Instagram Music Search Not Working On iPhone
You can add music to your Instagram Stories using the Music sticker. Adding music enhances the engagement and excitement for your followers. The Instagram app has a dedicated Music Search bar for you to select and add your favorite songs to Stories.
Sometimes, the Instagram Music Search may not work on your iPhone when you want to use it for a Story. You can still add background music to your Instagram stories from your phone, but it may not align with the trend.
Here are the best fixes for Instagram Music Search not working on iPhone.
1. Switch From Mobile Data to Wi-Fi
Accessing Music Search for Instagram Stories on mobile data can be challenging. You might experience slow internet speeds or unstable connectivity. To improve your experience, switch from mobile data to Wi-Fi on your iPhone. Connect to the strongest available Wi-Fi network nearby and see if it improves the situation.
2. Connect to a 5GHz Frequency Band
If you have a dual-band router, we recommend switching to the 5GHz frequency band for faster internet speeds on your iPhone. After connecting to the 5GHz band, check your internet speed to ensure no service provider issues. We also suggest sitting closer to the router.
3. Switch From Professional to Personal Account on Instagram
If you have a Professional account on Instagram, you can switch to a Personal account. However, Instagram Business account users have limited access to music by recording artists due to copyright concerns.
To switch to a Personal account on Instagram, follow these steps:
1. Open the Instagram app on your iPhone.
2. Tap the Profile icon at the bottom-right corner.
3. Tap the Hamburger Menu icon at the top-right corner.
4. Select Settings from the options.
5. In the Settings menu, tap on Account.
6. Scroll down to the bottom and tap on Switch Account Type.
Step 7: Tap Switch to Personal Account
Step 8: Tap Switch to Personal Account to confirm.
Step 9: Reopen the Instagram app and check if the problem is resolved.
You can switch back to your Professional account by following the same steps above.
4. Use VPN Service on Your iPhone
If some music tracks are not showing up in Instagram Music Search, it may be because they are not available in your country. You can try using a VPN service on your iPhone to browse Music Search, although the experience might be slower. Here’s how to set up a VPN service on your iPhone:
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Step 2:Scroll down and tap on General.
Step 3: Scroll down in the General settings menu and select VPN and Device Management.
Step 4: Tap VPN.
Step 5: Tap Add VPN Configuration.
Step 6: Add VPN details and tap Done to connect.
Step 6: Connect to a VPN, open the Instagram app, and check if the problem is solved.
To maximize your VPN, read our post on improving VPN speed.
5. Logout and Login Again on Instagram
Sometimes, your iPhone account sessions may hinder proper app usage. To resolve this, log out of Instagram and log in again after a few minutes. This action will not delete any of your Instagram data. To remove your data, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open the Instagram app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Tap the Profile icon at the bottom-right corner.
Step 3: Tap the Hamburger Menu icon at the top-right corner.
Step 4: Select Settings from the options.
Step 5: Scroll down in the Settings menu and tap Log Out.
Wait and log in again to your Instagram account.
6. Update the Instagram App
If you are unable to use Instagram Music Search, it may be because of a bug or glitch in the current version of the Instagram app on your iPhone. We recommend updating the app to see if the problem is solved.
7. Check if Instagram Is Down
If none of the mentioned steps have helped you, it is possible that Instagram is facing downtime. You can visit Downdetector and search for Instagram to confirm. If there’s an outage for Instagram Music Search, you will see it on the dedicated page. You will have to wait until Instagram solves this problem.
Add Music to Instagram Stories
In addition to native Music Search options, there are free apps to add music in Instagram videos. You can also enhance your Instagram Stories with more engaging content. Read our Instagram Story tips to elevate your social game.
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