If your Instagram Story camera opens but only shows a black screen, the problem is usually related to camera permissions, app glitches, or temporary conflicts with your phone’s camera system. The fixes below resolve this issue in most cases within minutes.
How to Fix Instagram Story Camera Black Screen
1. Allow Camera Permission
- Go to Settings > Apps > Instagram > Permissions
- Set Camera to Allow
- Reopen Instagram and try Stories again
2. Force Close Instagram
- Settings > Apps > Instagram
- Tap Force Stop
- Open Instagram again
3. Restart Your Phone
- Turn your phone off completely
- Wait 30 seconds
- Turn it back on and open Instagram
4. Update Instagram
- Open App Store or Google Play Store
- Update Instagram to the latest version
- Restart the app after updating
5. Clear Cache (Android Only)
- Settings > Apps > Instagram
- Tap Storage
- Select Clear Cache (do not clear data)
6. Check If Another App Is Using the Camera
- Close camera-related apps (Snapchat, WhatsApp, camera app)
- Make sure no app is using the camera in the background
- Open Instagram again
7. Disable Battery or Privacy Restrictions
- Go to Settings > Battery / Privacy
- Remove any restrictions applied to Instagram
- Allow background activity
8. Turn Off Camera Access Blockers
- Some devices block camera access for security
- Go to Settings > Privacy > Camera
- Make sure Instagram is not blocked
9. Reinstall Instagram
- Uninstall Instagram
- Restart your phone
- Reinstall Instagram and log in again
