Instagram camera widget not working on iPhone Lock Screen

Instagram camera widget not working on lock screen there is no problem with control center only on lock screen. When i press the widget its opening black screen can anyone help?

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Original Title: Lock screen instagram widget

iPhone 17, iOS 26

Posted on Oct 23, 2025 4:29 AM

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Oct 23, 2025 4:32 AM in response to itsydnz

That’s an Instagram issue. You might try deleting the Widget and app and downloading latest version. Forced restart occasionally resolves camera issues. Also ask in Instagram Reddit.

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