Why Is Instagram Showing Me as Active When I'm Not?

Discover why Instagram indicates you're active even when you're offline and how to fix this issue.

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Instagram may show you as active due to background processes or app glitches. This happens if the app is running in the background or if there's a delay in status updates. To ensure your status is accurate, fully close the app or log out.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does it mean when Instagram shows I'm active? It means the app detects activity, possibly due to background processes or a glitch.
  2. How do I stop Instagram from showing me as active? You can stop it by fully closing the app or logging out, which refreshes your status.
  3. Why is my Instagram status not updating? It may be due to app glitches or connectivity issues affecting status updates.
  4. Can someone see if I am active on Instagram? Yes, if active status is enabled on your account, followers can see when you're online.

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