If you want to clear your recent searches or fix any issues with the Instagram, you can clear the . cacheHere's how to do it on both iPhone and Android.
How to clear Instagram cache on Android?
If you have an Android, the steps to clear Instagram cache may be different for each model, but this guide will give you a general idea of the process.
See also: When to clear an Android app's cache
- To get started, open your Android 's Settings phone app . Scroll down to the " Apps " section.
- A list of all apps . Tap on Instagram.
- On the app page, select “Storage”.
- There in the bottom right corner, tap “Clear Cache”.
Your phone has now cleared the Instagram cache files.
How to clear Instagram cache on iPhone?
Only some apps on the iPhone offer the ability to clear the cache without uninstalling and reinstalling the app. Unfortunately, to clear Instagram's cache you have to delete the app and then download it again.
See also: Microsoft Edge: How to clear cache?
If you uninstall and reinstall the app, you'll need to re-enter your login information. But don't worry – you won't lose any data stored in your Instagram account.
To get started, find Instagram on iPhone . Tap and hold the app. If you have an older version of iOS, select the "X" in the corner, then tap "Delete."
In newer versions of iOS, to remove an app, long-press on the app, then select “Remove app” from the menu. In the notification that appears, tap “Delete app.”
You have successfully uninstalled Instagram from iPhone . If you want to download it again, go to the App Store. Once you have downloaded the app, open it and log in to your account.
See also: How to clear cache and cookies in Google Chrome?
How to delete your recent searches on Instagram?
On Instagram, you can delete your recent searches one by one or all at once.
- If you want to do this, start by opening the Instagram app on your iPhone or Android phone. In the bottom right corner of the app, tap on your profile icon.
- In the top right corner of your profile page, tap the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines).
- Select “Your Activity” in the menu.
- Scroll down to the “Your Activity” page and tap “Recent Searches.”
- To delete an item, click the “X” next to it.
- To remove all searches currently displayed, tap “Clear all” at the top of your screen.
And just like that, the featured items have been removed from Instagram.
Source: www.howtogeek.com
