Why Does Instagram Use So Much Storage?
Instagram uses a lot of storage because of all the photos, videos, and cached data it keeps on your device to load content faster. Try clearing the app's cache to free up some space!
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It's all those high-res pics and videos! Plus, the app saves data to speed things up. Pro tip: Clear out the cache regularly.
Mostly, it's the media files and cached data! Instagram keeps a lot stored locally to make your feed snappy and fast.
Because Instagram is a data-hungry beast. Try clearing the cache or even reinstalling the app if needed.
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