How to turn off autoplay on Instagram?

Here’s the steps to turn off autoplay on Instagram:

1. Turn off Autoplay on Mobile

For iOS (iPhone/iPad):

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Scroll down and find Instagram, then tap on it.
3. In Instagram settings, find Mobile Data Use.
4. Turn off Auto-Play Videos, and select Use Wi-Fi Only or Turn Off Autoplay.

For Android:

1. Open the Instagram app.
2. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right to go to your profile.
3. Tap the three horizontal lines at the top right to open the menu, then go to Settings.
4. Select Account, then choose Mobile Data Use.
5. Enable the Use Less Data option, which ensures videos won’t autoplay and use too much data.

2. Turn off Autoplay in the Instagram App

1. Open the Instagram app.
2. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right to go to your profile.
3. Tap the three horizontal lines in the top right to go to Settings.
4. Go to Account > Mobile Data Use.
5. Enable the Use Less Data option, which reduces data consumption when loading and playing videos.

3. Disable Autoplay Audio

• Audio Control: Although this doesn’t affect data consumption, you can also adjust the volume or turn off autoplay sound in settings to avoid playing audio automatically when videos play.

By following these steps, you can prevent Instagram videos from autoplaying and save mobile data.