While video streaming apps may be the most power-hungry on your Android phone, social media apps aren’t far behind. Instagram is among the biggest culprits in that category. Often, these platforms include a fair bit of video streaming themselves, and they take advantage of your location services and other sensors, further sipping on your Li-ion supply.
Over the years, Instagram has evolved from a simple photo-sharing platform to a full-throated social media ecosystem that includes Stories, messaging, shopping, and — worst of all for your battery — its TikTok competitor, Reels. With so much functionality packed into Instagram, it not only drains more battery life but also does everything possible to keep you using the app for extended periods. This can result in massive hits to your battery percentage.
Even when you’re not actively using Instagram, it collects data and notifies you of new likes, comments, messages, and more. Like other apps that take up significant battery life in the background, you can restrict its use from your Android device’s battery settings or the app information screen. But be warned, that’s a double-edged sword. Restricting Instagram’s background usage may mean missing out on important notifications.
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