Instagram Music is a popular feature on the social media platform that allows users to add a soundtrack to their stories.
However, there are times when Instagram Music does not show all songs, leading to some frustration for users.
In this article, we will explore the various reasons why this might happen and provide potential solutions to resolve the issue.
Instagram Music may not show all songs due to geographical restrictions, outdated app versions, licensing constraints, account type restrictions, copyright issues, or occasional app glitches.
To fix the issue, Regularly update the Instagram app, switch to a personal account if using a business/creator account.
Remember, certain issues like geographical restrictions and licensing constraints may be beyond users’ control.
1. Geographical Restrictions
Instagram Music is not available in all regions due to copyright laws and agreements with music rights holders. The catalog of songs available can also vary greatly from one country to another.
Unfortunately, you cannot do anything much from your end for this restriction.
However, Instagram is continually working to expand its music feature to more regions, so it may become available in your area in the future.
2. Outdated Instagram App
Sometimes, an outdated version of the Instagram app could be the reason why all songs are not displayed.
To resolve this issue, ensure you have the latest version of the Instagram app. Visit your device’s app store, search for Instagram, and hit ‘Update’ if one is available.
Steps to Update the Instagram App:
For iOS Devices:
- Open the App Store.
- Tap ‘Updates’.
- Find Instagram and tap ‘Update’.
For Android Devices:
- Open Google Play Store.
- Tap ‘Menu’, then ‘My apps & games’.
- Find Instagram and tap ‘Update’.
3. Limited Music Library
Not all songs are available on Instagram Music. This is due to licensing agreements between Instagram and music publishers, which means that some songs might not be included in Instagram’s music library.
Although you cannot add songs directly to Instagram’s music library, you can use the ‘Music sticker‘ feature to add a music link from Spotify, SoundCloud, or other music streaming platforms to your story.
4. Restricted Instagram Account
Instagram places certain restrictions on business and creator accounts. These accounts often have limited access to Instagram’s music library.
Switch your account type to a personal account. To do this, go to your Instagram profile, tap on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner, choose ‘Settings‘, then ‘Account‘, and finally, ‘Switch to Personal Account‘.
5. Copyright Issues
Instagram has strict copyright rules. If a song has been removed due to copyright infringement, it won’t appear in the music library.
This is not something users can fix as it is entirely up to Instagram and the music rights holders.
However, Instagram regularly updates its library, so you can keep checking back to see if the song has been added.
6. Instagram App Technical Glitches
Like any other app, Instagram can have occasional bugs or glitches, causing some songs not to appear. So in that case, there isn’t much you can do from your end except to wait till issue is resolved from backend itself.
You can visit the downdetector website or Instagram social handles to check if other users are also facing the technical issue.
First, try closing and reopening the Instagram app. If that doesn’t work, try uninstalling and then reinstalling the Instagram app.
