How to Fix Instagram Notifications Not Showing on Galaxy S25 Ultra Lock Screen

If you keep missing Instagram notifications on your Galaxy S25 Ultra’s lock screen, you’re not alone. This issue can happen for several reasons, like notification settings being restricted, background limits, or even Do Not Disturb mode being on.

Fortunately, you can fix it easily by checking a few settings. Here’s how to get your Instagram notifications to appear again.

Why Instagram Notifications Might Not Show on the Lock Screen

• Lock screen notifications are disabled in system settings.
• Instagram’s app notifications are turned off or limited.
• Battery optimization restricts Instagram’s background activity.
• Do Not Disturb mode is enabled.
• Outdated software or app version.

Enable Lock Screen Notifications.

Your Galaxy S25 Ultra may have lock screen notifications turned off by default. Enabling them allows Instagram alerts to show even when the screen is locked.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Notifications.
2. Tap Lock screen notifications, and then toggle the switch to turn them on.

You can also select Show content if you want to see message previews on your lock screen.

Allow Instagram App Notifications.

Instagram notifications may have been disabled within the app settings. Re-enabling them ensures that alerts can appear normally.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Notifications.
2. Tap App notifications, and then scroll down and tap Instagram.

Make sure the toggle next to Allow notifications is on, and that Lock screen is checked under notification types.

Disable Battery Optimization for Instagram.

Battery optimization may prevent Instagram from sending real-time alerts. Excluding the app from optimization keeps notifications active.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Battery and device care.
2. Tap Battery, and then tap Background usage limits.

From there, tap Never sleeping apps, tap the plus icon, and add Instagram to the list.

Check Do Not Disturb Mode.

If Do Not Disturb mode is on, Instagram alerts won’t appear or make sounds. Turning it off allows notifications to show again.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Notifications.
2. Tap Do not disturb, and then toggle it off.

Once disabled, lock your phone and test if Instagram notifications appear on the screen.

Clear Instagram Cache and Data.

App cache corruption can sometimes interfere with notifications. Clearing it helps refresh Instagram’s performance.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
2. Tap Instagram, and then tap Storage.

Tap Clear cache, and if needed, tap Clear data. Then reopen Instagram and sign back in.

Update Instagram and System Software.

Running an outdated version of the app or firmware can lead to notification bugs. Updating both ensures compatibility with One UI 7.

1. Open the Play Store, and then tap your profile icon.
2. Tap Manage apps and device, and then tap Update all.

To check for system updates, open Settings, tap Software update, then tap Download and install.

Once updated, restart your phone and test the notifications again.

Instagram notifications are important, especially if you rely on them for messages or updates. With these steps, your Galaxy S25 Ultra should start showing them properly on the lock screen again.

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