If you are experiencing issues with Instagram audio right now (December 4, 2025), it is likely due to one of three common causes: a device setting (most common), a licensing restriction, or a recent bug affecting specific Android devices.
Here is a step-by-step guide to fixing it.
1. The “Silent Mode” Fix (Most Common for iPhone)
By default, Instagram respects your phone’s physical silent switch. If your phone is on silent/vibrate, videos in your feed and Stories will often start muted.
The Fix: Flip the physical switch on the side of your iPhone to “Ring” (so the orange strip is not visible).
Alternative: Tap the video once to unmute it, or press the Volume Up button while a video is playing.
2. Check for “Audio Unavailable” Messages
If you see a specific error message saying “Audio Unavailable,” this is not a technical glitch on your phone. It usually means:
Licensing Issues: The song is no longer licensed in your country.
Account Type: Business accounts sometimes lose access to popular copyrighted music. Switching your account type to “Creator” in settings often fixes this.
3. The “Bluetooth Trap”
Your phone might be connected to a Bluetooth device (like AirPods in a case or a car speaker) that you aren’t currently using.
The Fix: Turn off Bluetooth temporarily to force the audio back to your phone’s speakers.
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4. Android / Pixel Specific Bug (Late 2025)
There have been recent reports (Nov/Dec 2025) of audio lag or syncing issues specifically on Google Pixel and some Samsung devices after the latest Android update.
The Fix:
Go to Settings > Apps > Instagram > Storage.
Select Clear Cache (do not clear “Data” unless you know your password, as this logs you out).
Restart your phone.
5. Force Close & Update
If the app is simply glitching (e.g., the volume icon is on but no sound comes out):
Force Close: Swipe up and clear Instagram from your recent apps.
Update: Check the App Store or Google Play Store. A new patch (v360+) was recently released to address minor bugs.
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