Step 1: Tap the Menu Icon
Learn how to access the Instagram menu by tapping the menu icon in the top right corner of your profile.
Overview
The first step to downloading your Instagram data on mobile is accessing the main menu. This tutorial shows you how to navigate to your profile and tap the menu icon (≡).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Open Instagram App
Open the Instagram app on your mobile device and make sure you are logged into your account.
- Make sure you have the latest version of the Instagram app
- Ensure you are logged into the correct account
- Check that you have a stable internet connection
Go to Your Profile
Tap on your profile picture or the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen to go to your profile page.
- Your profile icon is usually in the bottom navigation bar
- Make sure you can see your posts and profile information
Tap the Menu Icon
In the top right corner of your profile, tap the menu icon (≡) which consists of three horizontal lines.
- The menu icon is located in the top right corner
- It looks like three horizontal lines stacked on top of each other
- This will open the main Instagram menu
Troubleshooting
Menu icon not visible
Make sure you are on your own profile page and not someone else's. The menu icon only appears on your own profile.
App keeps crashing
Try updating the Instagram app or restarting your device.