Instagram lets you change your birth date once every 60 days, but the process depends on whether you set your age when you created your account

If you entered your birth date when you signed up for Instagram, you can change it yourself through the app or website. If you didn't enter a birth date at signup, Instagram may ask you to add one before you can change it. The change takes effect when ready, but you'll have to wait 60 days before you can change it again.

The exact steps differ slightly depending on whether you use the mobile app or a web browser, and whether your account is a personal profile or a business account. Either way, the process takes less than a minute once you're in the right menu.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your birth date on Instagram once every 60 days through your account settings.
  • On the mobile app, go to your profile, tap the menu icon, select Settings and Privacy, then Account, then Personal Information.
  • On the web, click your profile picture in the bottom left, select Settings, then Personal Information.
  • If Instagram shows an error or won't let you change your date, you may need to wait until the 60-day window has passed since your last change.

Changing your age on the Instagram mobile app

Open Instagram and go to your profile by tapping your profile picture in the bottom right corner. Tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the top right, then scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy.

Tap Account, then tap Personal Information. You'll see your birth date listed. Tap on the date field and use the calendar picker to select your new birth date. Once you've chosen the correct date, tap Done or Save (the button name varies by phone type). Instagram will confirm the change when ready.

Changing your age on Instagram's website

Go to Instagram.com and log in if you're not already signed in. Click your profile picture in the bottom left corner of the screen, then click Settings. On the left side menu, click Personal Information.

You'll see your birth date displayed. Click on the date field to open the date picker, select your new birth date, and click Save. The change takes effect right away. If you don't see a Personal Information option, your account may be a business account—see the section below.

If you have a business or creator account

Business and creator accounts follow the same steps as personal accounts to change birth date. Go to Settings, find Personal Information, and update your date the same way. The 60-day waiting period still applies, so you won't be able to change it again until 60 days have passed.

If you're not sure whether your account is a business account, check your Settings menu. If you see options like "Branded Content" or "Promotions," you have a business account. The Personal Information section is still in the same place.

What to do if you can't change your age

If Instagram shows an error message or won't let you change your birth date, the most common reason is that you've already changed it within the last 60 days. Instagram enforces this limit strictly—you'll have to wait until the full 60 days have passed since your last change before you can update it again.

If you haven't changed your date in 60 days and you're still seeing an error, try logging out and back in, or closing and reopening the app. If the problem continues, you can report it to Instagram through the app's Help Center. Go to Settings, tap Help, then Report a Problem.

Why Instagram limits age changes

Instagram restricts how often you can change your birth date to prevent misuse and protect younger users. The platform uses age information to enforce rules about ads, content recommendations, and features that are only available to adults. Frequent changes could let someone bypass these protections.

The 60-day window is also designed to prevent account takeovers—if someone gains unauthorized access to your account, they can't when ready change your age to lock you out or hide the account's real age.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my age more than once every 60 days?

No. Instagram enforces a strict 60-day waiting period between age changes. If you try to change it before 60 days have passed, you'll see an error message. You'll have to wait until the full period expires before you can update it again.

What happens if I enter the wrong birth date?

You can change it the same way you would change any birth date, but you'll have to wait 60 days between changes. If you just entered it and realized it's wrong, contact Instagram's Help Center right away—they may be able to override the waiting period in cases of genuine mistakes, though this is not may provide.

Does changing my age affect my account settings or content?

Changing your birth date may affect which ads you see and which features are available to you. For example, if you change from under 18 to over 18, you may suddenly see ads and content that were previously restricted. Your posts and followers won't change.

Can I delete my birth date instead of changing it?

No. Instagram requires a birth date on all accounts. You can't remove it entirely, but you can change it to any date you want once every 60 days. If you don't have a birth date on file, Instagram will ask you to add one before you can change it.

What if I forgot when I last changed my age?

Instagram doesn't show you a history of when you changed your birth date. If you're unsure whether 60 days have passed, try changing it anyway—if the waiting period hasn't expired, Instagram will tell you how many days you have left to wait.