Instagram’s iPad App Is Almost Here: What We Know So Far

Instagram may finally launch a proper app for iPad. According to recent leaks, Meta is testing an iPad version of the popular social media platform. If everything goes well, the app could be released later this year.

Many journalists had already reported this back in April. Those early reports said Meta was working on an Instagram app made just for iPads. Now, new details confirm that the company is moving forward with those plans.

Right now, iPad users can only use Instagram by downloading the iPhone version. This version works, but it’s just a stretched-out version of the iPhone app. It doesn’t take full advantage of the iPad’s larger screen or multitasking features. A proper iPad app would make the experience much better.

Meta’s attitude toward tablet apps is starting to change. While Facebook has had an iPad app since 2011, other Meta apps didn’t get the same treatment. That has started to shift recently. Just last week, Meta released a new version of WhatsApp designed for iPad. Now, Instagram is next in line.

There’s still no official release date for the Instagram iPad app. Meta hasn’t shared any timeline or features yet. It’s also unclear whether Threads, another Meta platform, will get its own iPad app.

The demand for an iPad version of Instagram has been strong for years. Many users, especially creators and photographers, prefer working on a bigger screen. An iPad app would make posting and editing content easier and more enjoyable.

This move also shows that Meta is taking tablets more seriously. By supporting more of its apps on iPad, the company can reach a wider audience. It also makes it easier for users to stay within the Meta ecosystem, no matter what device they use.

If Meta stays on track, the Instagram iPad app could launch before the end of 2025. For now, fans will have to wait a bit longer—but the good news is, it’s finally happening.