{"id":12069,"date":"2018-02-21T10:55:45","date_gmt":"2018-02-21T07:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unlockunit.com\/blog\/?p=12069"},"modified":"2019-10-15T08:43:00","modified_gmt":"2019-10-15T05:43:00","slug":"instagram-video-wont-upload-can-solve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unlockunit.com\/blog\/instagram-video-wont-upload-can-solve\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Instagram video won\u2019t upload? This is how you can solve this!"},"content":{"rendered":"

In most cases, Instagram doesn\u2019t have any problem with uploading pictures, so all your followers can see them. However, there are some situations in which Instagram video won’t upload, the social network acts a bit tricky. Yes, I\u2019m talking about those situations in which Instagram won\u2019t upload videos, no matter what you try. <\/span><\/p>\n

Users complain that after preparing everything, they just get the \u201cThere was an issue importing your video. Please try again<\/em>.\u201d message or the upload gets stuck. If this happened to you as well and look for a fix, you\u2019re in the right place. <\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s see understand why this is happening how to solve this issue, by going to a few simple steps.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why is my video not uploading?<\/span><\/h2>\n

After investigating a bit, it looks like there are a few for this: <\/span><\/p>\n

Your video is not supported<\/b><\/h4>\n

Instagram requires a video file to have the following characteristics: <\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  • Formats: H.264 codec \/ MP4<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Resolution: maximum width <\/span>1080 pixels<\/b> (1080P)<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Frame Rate:<\/span> 29.96 frames<\/b> per second<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Bit Rate:<\/span> 3,500 kbps<\/b> video bitrate<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Audio codec: <\/span>AAC audio codec<\/b> at 44.1 kHz mono<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Duration:<\/span> 3 to 60 seconds<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    However, most phones make compatible videos. Unless it\u2019s longer than 60 seconds or you want to upload a 4K clip, you shouldn\u2019t get this error very often. <\/span><\/p>\n

    You have a problem with your account<\/b><\/h4>\n

    Again, less likely to happen, but you should at least consider this. Your Instagram video won\u2019t upload because your account is either block or disabled. <\/span><\/p>\n

    You have a poor network connection<\/b><\/h4>\n

    This is actually one of the most common issues why you can\u2019t upload videos. Simply check your Wi-Fi connection or data plan, making sure they\u2019re on. If they\u2019re on and the problem persists, turn them off, then on again. <\/span><\/p>\n

    It was reported that uploading videos on Instagram, doesn\u2019t work on restricted connections, like those from University and workplaces.<\/span><\/p>\n

    You are uploading content that\u2019s not allowed<\/b><\/h4>\n

    Believe it or not, some users try uploading videos that violate Instagram\u2019s terms and conditions, being classified as X-rated or violent. Never try uploading such things, because it won\u2019t work. Eventually, if it makes it to the social network, it will be deleted immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What should I do if my Instagram video won\u2019t upload?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    If you have checked the above steps and none of them describes your issue, but your video is still not uploading, there are a few things you can try in order to fix this. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Relaunch the app<\/b><\/h4>\n

    Simple as that. Close the app, then open it again and try uploading the video.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Clear the app\u2019s cache<\/b><\/h4>\n

    Instagram takes a lot of cache memory. Go to Settings > Apps > Instagram and tap on it. Look for the Clear Cache option and tap on it. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Update your app<\/b><\/h4>\n

    Make sure that you have the latest Instagram version on your phone. Go to Google Play and see if it\u2019s up to date. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Charge your phone<\/b><\/h4>\n

    Some users say that this problem appears when the phone has a very low battery. Try putting the phone on charge and see if the problem persists.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Restart your phone<\/b><\/h4>\n

    If any of these fail, a simple phone reboot can actually be the solution. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Wait. It\u2019s a bug<\/b><\/h4>\n

    I know, it sounds a bit ridiculous, but these things also happen, resulting in your video not uploading. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Usually, when such problems occur, Instagram announces the problem on social media. Check their accounts and see if there\u2019s something like that actually causing your problem.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If no announcement was made yet, search for the hashtag #Instagram and see if other users are complaining about the same thing as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Which one of these tips worked for you? Also, if you know any potential solutions for the case in which your Instagram video won\u2019t upload, let us know about them, using the comments section below.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    In most cases, Instagram doesn\u2019t have any problem with uploading pictures, so all your followers can see them. However, there are some situations in which Instagram video won’t upload, the social network acts a bit tricky. Yes, I\u2019m talking about those situations in which Instagram won\u2019t upload videos, no matter what you try. Users complain […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":101017,"featured_media":12070,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[152,2406],"tags":[2725,2729],"yoast_head":"\nYour Instagram video won\u2019t upload? This is how you can solve this! | UnlockUnit<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Instagram video won't upload. It's about those situations when your video won't upload, no matter what. 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