<p>Social media is becoming more and more stressful for many people, which is why deleting Instagram could be the most popular social media trend. You may notice that some of your friends are deleting their Instagram accounts, and this is almost impossible to track down.</p>
<p><img src="/images/56-1.webp" alt="Instagram logo and account deletion confirmation" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Are you worried about an online friend's disappearance of their Instagram? Here's how to find out.
You may also like our other article <a href="/blog/how-to-view-instagram-without-account">How to view Instagram without account</a>.</p>
<h2 id="private-and-public-instagram-accounts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#private-and-public-instagram-accounts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Private and public Instagram accounts</h2>
<p>To determine if someone has deactivated their Instagram account, it is important to understand if they have a private or public account.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, it will be harder to find out if they have a personal Instagram account because if they block your access, neither the browser nor the app will be able to locate them.
<img src="/images/56-2.webp" alt="Instagram logo" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>It's easy to find out if someone has deleted their account from a computer or laptop. For example, it is very similar if you need to deactivate your Instagram account. Although there are more options in the mobile app than on the computer, you must still deactivate your account using the PC.</p>
<p>You can view all posts if the person has a public profile. If they have uploaded any videos or pictures, this will be displayed. You will see their post counter at "0" if they haven't posted any photos or videos.</p>
<p>If the user has a personal profile, it will state that "This account's private," and you won't be able to see their posts. Their account is not deactivated if you can view their profile but cannot see their posts.</p>
<p>You might be interested in our other article <a href="/blog/how-to-find-someone-on-instagram-by-phone-number">How to find someone on Instagram by phone number</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-do-you-know-if-someone-blocked-your-instagram-account"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-do-you-know-if-someone-blocked-your-instagram-account"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How do you know if someone blocked your Instagram account?</h2>
<p>Knowing if you have been blocked is the best way to determine if someone has deactivated your account. If they have not deactivated their profile and you are not blocked, they will not appear in your searches. Likewise, if the user has not blocked you but has not deactivated it, they will not appear in your search.</p>
<p>You'll be able to see hashtags that contain exact words from the username you searched. It is unlikely that they are related to the original profile.</p>
<p>If they link to the original user, you'll see a "User not Found" page. The user may have blocked you, deleted your profile, or deactivated your account if this happens.</p>
<p><img src="/images/56-3.webp" alt="Instagram notification &#x22;user not found&#x22;" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>You can also read <a href="/blog/how-to-find-deleted-instagram-posts">How to find deleted Instagram posts</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-know-if-someone-has-removed-their-account"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-know-if-someone-has-removed-their-account"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to know if someone has removed their account?</h2>
<p><img src="/images/56-4.webp" alt="Instagram&#x27;s notification &#x22;this page is not available&#x22;" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>If someone has a private Instagram account, there are three ways you can find out if they have deactivated it:</p>
<ol>
<li>You can ask another user with a different account to search for the person. They will be able to see the profile regardless of whether they are friends with that person on Instagram. It will work irrespective of whether the person has any posts or if they have private accounts. This will not work if you search for someone who has blocked third parties.</li>
<li>You can create another Instagram account with a different email address to see their profile. You can view their posts if they don't have a private account.</li>
<li>You can check if the username is correct by going to a web browser. Go to the browser, type in the link 'https://www.instagram.com/,' and then type in the exact username. Here is an example of how an Instagram account has been deleted looks.
Learn also <a href="/blog/how-to-find-deleted-instagram-posts">How to find deleted Instagram posts</a>.</li>
</ol>
<h2 id="what-happens-if-someone-deactivates-their-account"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#what-happens-if-someone-deactivates-their-account"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>What happens if someone deactivates their account?</h2>
<p>Someone can deactivate an account, and all of their posts, comments, and likes will be deleted. However, they can restore all that information if the user decides to return to Instagram. They would need to log in again to their Instagram account, and then their profile will be restored.</p>
<p>You can "deactivate" your account without actually deleting all the information. If someone deactivates their account, neither you nor your friends, or a new Instagram account, will be able to see it.</p>
<p>However, your friends and new Instagram accounts and your friends will be able to see the account if they have not blocked you. Respect this person's decision, regardless of whether they were to delete, deactivate or block you.</p>
<p>You might be interested in <a href="/blog/how-to-know-if-someone-restricted-you-on-instagram">How to know if someone restricted you on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h2 id="third-party-apps"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#third-party-apps"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Third-party apps</h2>
<p>Special third-party apps claim to be able to show you who blocked you on Instagram. Blockers Spy is one example of a third-party app that claims to be able to show you who blocked you on Instagram.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, most of these apps are not reliable, and many that claim to be capable of showing you who blocked you are malware. Blockers Spy received positive reviews, but you will need to pay $20 per month for the app after trying it.</p>
<p>Instagram has a reputation for preventing third-party apps. They not only prohibit their use but also don't give your information to them (at least not to small third-party apps).</p>
<p>Using the methods described in this article is more straightforward, cost-effective, and manageable. Notify the person that they can't reactivate their account for at least 24 hours after deactivating it.</p>
<p>We are sure that you will be interested to know <a href="/blog/how-to-view-instagram-stories-without-them-knowing">How to view Instagram stories without them knowing</a>.</p>

<p>Instagram used to arrange your followers based on how long you've been friends with them. The top list will show your most recent friends. You will also see older friends as you scroll further down. And this feature was removed, unfortunately. Instead, Instagram introduced an algorithm in June 2021 that randomly lists Instagram followers.</p>
<p><img src="/images/47-1.webp" alt="How to see recent followers on Instagram" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>You will see followers in a different order if you view your list on two other devices. This is one of Instagram's new best practices.</p>
<p>Related article: <a href="/blog/how-to-view-old-instagram-stories">How to view old Instagram stories</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-can-you-see-the-most-recent-instagram-followers"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-can-you-see-the-most-recent-instagram-followers"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How can you see the most recent Instagram followers?</h2>
<p>You can't see your followers in chronological order after the latest Instagram algorithm update. You can't see the Instagram followers of someone you have followed recently.</p>
<p><img src="/images/47-2.avif" alt="see recent followers on Instagram" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>In the following section, we'll discuss some techniques that allow you to track the Instagram followers of your account.</p>
<ol>
<li>First, you can check the followers using the web version and the mobile app (iOS or Android).</li>
<li>Click on the Followers link from your phone to visit someone's profile. You will find their followers listed in chronological order. The most recent followers will appear at the top.</li>
<li>You might have to refresh the list several times before you can see the chronological order.</li>
<li>This does not necessarily mean that followers new to the site will always be at the top, as there is no way of knowing.</li>
</ol>
<p>This technique may give you an idea of the latest followers, but not in chronological order.</p>
<p>It will also work on the web version.</p>
<ul>
<li>Open Instagram from your web browser.</li>
<li>Enter the Instagram username for the account you want.</li>
<li>Click on the profile to visit it.</li>
<li>Click the Followers tab.</li>
<li>Your most recent friends will be on top of the list.</li>
</ul>
<p>It's impossible to find out the order in which followers are following you on Instagram. If you're lucky, you might see your followers in chronological order.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-share-youtube-video-on-instagram-story">How to share Youtube video on Instagram story</a>.</p>
<p>You might also be presented with a random assortment of items with no order.</p>
<p>Don't worry. You can also check the Instagram followers list for someone else.
In the latter parts of this article, we'll be discussing how third-party apps can be used to increase the number of followers to someone's Instagram profile.</p>
<h2 id="how-do-you-see-when-someone-has-started-following-you-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-do-you-see-when-someone-has-started-following-you-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How do you see when someone has started following you on Instagram?</h2>
<p><img src="/images/47-3.avif" alt="see when someone has started following you on Instagram" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Many Instagram users don't actively interact with or post to other accounts. They are, however, merely observers.</p>
<p>They love to see what celebrities are doing, where they're going, and more.
You could see which accounts were following you on Instagram's older version. Likewise, it was possible to know when an individual started following you on Instagram.</p>
<p>You might be interested to read <a href="/blog/how-to-find-archived-posts-on-instagram">How to find archived posts on Instagram</a>.</p>
<p><strong>You can't see how long someone has been following you on Instagram</strong>. You cannot also know when someone began following you on Instagram.
Instagram, however, prefers to keep this information secret, as opposed to Facebook, which has an Activity Tab.</p>
<p>You can check your Activity Log on Instagram to see your activities. Unfortunately, Instagram does not reveal the date or time of any action.</p>
<p>You can only track the date/time with Direct Messages or Instagram Recent Posts.
Instagram considers information starting from when someone began following you as a violation of their privacy policies.</p>
<h2 id="who-is-someone-youve-been-following-on-instagram-recently"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#who-is-someone-youve-been-following-on-instagram-recently"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Who is someone you've been following on Instagram recently?</h2>
<p><img src="/images/47-4.avif" alt="Who is someone you&#x27;ve been following on Instagram recently" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>You cannot see the Instagram account of someone you have just followed recently. So while you can see how many followers an individual has on Instagram, it is not possible to see their most recent followers.</p>
<p>This can only be done by keeping an eye on the account, writing all the names of the people following you in an Excel spreadsheet, and updating the spreadsheet regularly.</p>
<p>This can be a time-consuming process, and you will need to monitor each person's account.</p>
<p>A related guide: <a href="/blog/cant-login-to-instagram-what-to-do">Can't login to Instagram - what to do?</a>.</p>
<h3 id="you-can-sort-your-followers-by-date"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#you-can-sort-your-followers-by-date"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>You can sort your followers by date</h3>
<p><img src="/images/47-5.avif" alt="You can sort your followers by date" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Some time ago, Instagram released a new feature that allows users to organize their followers into categories. There are two categories by default.</p>
<ul>
<li>The first group organizes your most recent followers into one group.</li>
<li>The other group categorizes your oldest supporters in another group.</li>
<li>You cannot, however, see precisely when someone began following you.</li>
<li>You cannot also see the exact date or time of all your Instagram followers' activities.</li>
</ul>
<p>However, you will see every activity in their activity log and yours, with some vague details like 5 minutes back.</p>
<h3 id="how-do-you-categorize-instagram-users"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-do-you-categorize-instagram-users"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How do you categorize Instagram users?</h3>
<p>Instagram lets users categorize their users into discrete categories. For example, this feature allows you to put your most recent friends into one category and all the rest into another.</p>
<p>Instagram has been long since introducing a feature that allows users to organize their followers into meaningful categories.
Instagram is full of high-quality content, as we all know.</p>
<p>You might get bored if you don't see new content on your Instagram feed (Homepage). This is where the category feature comes in.
The default categories are:</p>
<ol>
<li>Your most engaged content or accounts.</li>
<li>The content or accounts you were nlikely to engage.</li>
</ol>
<p>You will now have two groups of followers after you've done the sorting.
This will list accounts you interact with most (e.g., comments, DMs, and shares). You will also have a category that lists the users you have the slightest interaction with.</p>

<p>Instagram Stories are a popular feature on the social media platform. They aren't deleted after 24 hours, unlike Snapchat Stories. Instagram will hide Stories in 24 hours, however, they are still available in the app. You can recover a story that you have posted but has expired before you have a chance to save it.</p>
<p>Like many other users, you may not be aware of this feature or how to access it. So let's look at how to view your old Instagram Stories.</p>
<p><img src="/images/46-1.webp" alt="How to view old Instagram stories" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/how-to-share-youtube-video-on-instagram-story">How to share Youtube video on Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="access-to-your-expired-instagram-stories"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#access-to-your-expired-instagram-stories"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Access to Your Expired Instagram Stories</h2>
<p>Instagram Stories gained popularity, and users began asking for ways to access their stories beyond the 24-hour limit.</p>
<p>Instagram responded by adding the Archive and Highlights features in 2017. Highlights allow you to group story elements and post them as regular posts on your profile. Although they are called Highlights, they act the same way as regular Instagram posts.</p>
<p>Another feature, 'Archive,' saves your stories for future reference. Your stories are archived only for you. They will be deleted for everyone else after 24 hours, just like usual.</p>
<p>You should have the archiving feature turned on by default. However, you can change it in your Settings if it isn't. Look in the Privacy Settings panel and toggle the option "Save to Archive". Learn <a href="/blog/how-to-find-archived-posts-on-instagram">how to find archived posts on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h4 id="tap-the-menu-icon-in-your-profile"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#tap-the-menu-icon-in-your-profile"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Tap the menu icon in your profile</h4>
<p>To see your older Instagram Stories go to your profile screen and tap the hamburger icon at the top-right corner.</p>
<h4 id="tap-archive"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#tap-archive"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Tap "Archive"</h4>
<p>To access your Stories Archive, tap on the "Archive" button from that menu. You can highlight, re-share, and interact with your Stories from there. This is how you can access your old Stories. However, it's an entirely different process to see other people's Stories.</p>
<h2 id="can-you-see-someone-elses-expired-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#can-you-see-someone-elses-expired-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Can You See Someone Else's Expired Instagram Story?</h2>
<p>You can view Stories for 24 hours only. There is no way around it. If you know the Story creator, you can request them to share it by saving it from their Archive.</p>
<p><img src="/images/46-2.avif" alt="How to view old Instagram stories" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>This is the most you can do to see other users' Stories. This feature was intended to be temporary, much like Snapchat Stories.</p>
<p>There are some proactive steps that you can take if you find yourself often wanting to see other users' stories.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/cant-login-to-instagram-what-to-do">Can't login to Instagram - what to do?</a>.</p>
<h2 id="save-other-users-stories"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#save-other-users-stories"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Save Other Users' Stories</h2>
<p>Stories last for 24 hours. Some websites can save Instagram Stories. Storiesig is the most accessible and straightforward of all these. Enter someone's username to find all of their active Stories. You can then select the Story that you wish to save and click the "Download" button.</p>
<p>This is not the only option. Many other websites offer the same. This is however the easiest way.</p>
<p>Although you won't be able to access expired Stories, you are good to go if you find them within 24 hours of their publication. You can also access this website from your mobile device, but you have another option.</p>
<p>Both iOS and Android have screen recorders available for the latest versions. A screen recorder app can be downloaded to record the Story. AZ screen recorder can be used for both Android as well as iOS. You need to start recording, view the Story, and save the recording.</p>
<p>These methods won't allow you to access past Stories, but they will let you keep active Stories on your device so you can use them again.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-post-someones-story-on-your-story">How to post someone's story on your story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="screen-recording-instagram-stories"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#screen-recording-instagram-stories"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Screen Recording Instagram Stories</h2>
<p>You can screen record the content or take a screenshot of it during the 24-hour active period to save another user's, Instagram Story. In addition, Instagram may inform another user that you have captured the content.</p>
<p>Although there is much debate over this issue, you can now take unsuspected screenshots of Instagram Stories. Unfortunately, it will not work for DMs. Instagram has made several changes to this policy over the years. You should test it with another friend before you take a screenshot of someone you don't like.</p>
<p><img src="/images/46-3.avif" alt="How to view old Instagram stories" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Once you have captured the Story on your iPhone/Android, you can go back to it in your camera roll as many as you like.</p>
<h2 id="viewing-highlights-of-stories"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#viewing-highlights-of-stories"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Viewing Highlights of Stories</h2>
<p>You may be able to revisit your favorite content by visiting a friend's profile using Instagram's highlights feature. The account owner can save a story as a highlight after it is created.</p>
<p>The user can keep the Story on their profile until they delete it. This is a permanent option to display the best content. In addition, this will allow you to check if your favorite stories have been saved as a highlight.</p>
<p>To locate the account that interests you, tap on the magnifying glasses icon or the following option in your profile.
Locate the Story beneath the 'Following' and 'Message' icons - these icons are round with an image.
Tap the Story</p>
<p>This is all there is to it. If you don't see any stories, they weren't saved as highlights, or their account has been set to private.</p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/instagram-wont-let-me-post-what-to-do">Instagram won't let me post - what to do?</a>.</p>
<h2 id="most-frequently-asked-questions"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#most-frequently-asked-questions"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Most Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
<h3 id="can-i-view-a-story-multiple-times"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#can-i-view-a-story-multiple-times"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Can I view a Story multiple times?</h3>
<p>Absolutely! Yes, as long as the Story is within 24 hours. Instagram does tell the creator that you watched their stories, but it doesn't tell them how many times you watched. So beware, if you watch their Story repeatedly, they'll see the view count increase, and you may be the only person who's seen it. This is a sign that you have been watching their Story a lot.</p>
<h3 id="can-i-republish-an-old-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#can-i-republish-an-old-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Can I republish an old Instagram Story?</h3>
<p>Yes. You can repost a favorite Story by going to your Archive folder and tapping on the Story you wish to repost. To access the sub-menu, tap the three dots in the lower-left corner. Next, tap on "Repost."</p>
<p>Follow the prompts to ensure that your Story is visible in other people's feeds for 24 hours. You can also repost the Story of another person. To share, tap on the paper airplane icon. If the option doesn't appear, the other user likely has a personal account. Private accounts mean you cannot share another user's content for others to see.</p>
<h2 id="conclusion"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#conclusion"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Conclusion</h2>
<p>This sums up all the resources available to you when viewing and saving Instagram Stories.</p>
<p>The Stories you post are saved for future reference, but your own stories are not. Therefore, they are not visible after they expire, but you can save them while active. You can save IG Stories to a website or use a screen recorder app on your smartphone.</p>

<p>Sharing hilarious YouTube videos is half the fun. You could also send the link to your friends. What about your Instagram followers?</p>
<p>Although it may not be seamless, you can do it on your smartphone. You might also be interested in sharing a YouTube video on Instagram if this article has helped you. Don't worry. Continue reading to learn all you need about sharing YouTube videos on Instagram.</p>
<p><img src="/images/45-1.webp" alt="How to share Youtube video on Instagram story" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-add-music-to-instagram-story-without-sticker">how to add music to Instagram story without sticker</a>.</p>
<h2 id="is-it-possible-to-share-a-youtube-video-on-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#is-it-possible-to-share-a-youtube-video-on-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Is it possible to share a YouTube video on Instagram Story?</h2>
<p>You can share YouTube videos on Instagram, the short answer being "yes". However, Instagram doesn't have a native way to share YouTube videos. You will need to download the video and upload it to Instagram.
Another thing to remember is that YouTube does not have a native feature to assist you.</p>
<p>YouTube currently doesn't allow the general public to download videos from its website. This is due to copyright concerns. You should get permission from the person who originally published the content before you re-upload copyrighted material. It's a good tone for people to credit the source in your post.</p>
<p><img src="/images/45-2.avif" alt="Is it possible to share a YouTube video on Instagram Story" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/how-to-find-archived-posts-on-instagram">how to find archived posts on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-upload-a-youtube-video-as-an-instagram-story-or-video-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-upload-a-youtube-video-as-an-instagram-story-or-video-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to upload a YouTube video as an Instagram Story or video post</h2>
<p>Although it is relatively simple to upload a YouTube video to Instagram, it can still be a tedious process. However, resharing a YouTube video is easy if you follow the next steps.</p>
<h3 id="step-1-download-the-video-from-youtube-to-your-smartphone"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#step-1-download-the-video-from-youtube-to-your-smartphone"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Step 1. Download the video from YouTube to your smartphone</h3>
<p>YouTube does not allow users to download videos that they haven't uploaded. This is to ensure that users do not violate copyright laws. YouTube's policy states that you can download your videos. You should use a third-party site to do this. These are the steps for downloading a YouTube video.</p>
<p><img src="/images/45-3.webp" alt="Download the video from YouTube to your smartphone to share it on Instagram Story" loading="lazy"></p>
<ol>
<li>Find the YouTube video that you want to download.</li>
<li>In the URL address bar, put <strong>"ss"</strong> before the "youtube.com" part. For example, for the URL "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hh1WeQxfCX0", it should become "https://www.<strong>ss</strong>youtube.com/watch?v=hh1WeQxfCX0".</li>
<li>You'll be navigated to the downloading service (ssyoutube.com) to choose a vide format to download.
Choose format and download.</li>
</ol>
<p>Depending on your phone model, the video will be downloaded to your Downloads folder on your smartphone. You can access the Files app to find the video in either case.</p>
<p>See our other article on <a href="/blog/cant-login-to-instagram-what-to-do">can't login to Instagram - what to do?</a></p>
<h3 id="step-2-crop-the-video-for-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#step-2-crop-the-video-for-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Step 2. Crop the video for Instagram</h3>
<p>Next, decide whether you want to share your video on Instagram Story or directly in your feed. Once you've got that down, you can use the Photos app for cropping it.</p>
<p><img src="/images/45-4.avif" alt="Crop the video for Instagram to share it on Story" loading="lazy"></p>
<ol>
<li>Find the video in the Files app.</li>
<li>Tap the Share button in the bottom-left corner to save the video.</li>
<li>Open the video in the Photos app.</li>
<li>Tap Edit, and choose the crop icon (the fourth icon at the bottom).</li>
<li>Next, click the button at the top-right to adjust the aspect ratio.</li>
<li>You can now choose your size. Square is the best choice for posting to your feed. You'll need to select 9:16 if you are posting Stories.</li>
<li>Tap "Done".</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="step-3-upload-the-video-to-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#step-3-upload-the-video-to-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Step 3. Upload the video to Instagram</h3>
<p>These steps will allow you to upload the video as a Story:</p>
<ol>
<li>Tap the Plus icon in Instagram > Story</li>
<li>Tap the Photo Library icon at the bottom left.</li>
<li>Choose your video.</li>
<li>Tap on either Your Story or your Close Friends.</li>
<li>Here's how to embed the video into your feed</li>
<li>On Instagram, tap on the Plus button >Post.</li>
<li>Click on your video, then tap Next > Next.</li>
<li>Enter your caption. Tag people or the location.</li>
<li>Tap "Share".</li>
</ol>
<h2 id="how-to-upload-a-youtube-video-on-instagram-story-and-link-it"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-upload-a-youtube-video-on-instagram-story-and-link-it"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to upload a YouTube video on Instagram Story and link it</h2>
<p>Instead of downloading a YouTube clip, you can share it in an Instagram Story.</p>
<h3 id="step-1-design-your-story-thumbnail"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#step-1-design-your-story-thumbnail"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Step 1. Design your Story thumbnail</h3>
<p><img src="/images/45-5.webp" alt="youtube to instagram story thumbnail" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>You'll be able to swipe up if you have over 10,000 Instagram followers. This means that you can share a Story and let your followers swipe up for a link to another website.</p>
<p>You should also consider creating a thumbnail for your Stories. Here are some tips and tricks to make your image more popular.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Visually appealing</strong> - This may seem obvious, but it's essential to make it look good! Make an image that draws people's attention and encourages them to look at hundreds of Stories.</li>
<li><strong>Make it clear</strong> - When people see your thumbnail, they should know what the video is about.</li>
<li><strong>Use Text</strong> - A few words to promote the idea of your video.</li>
<li><strong>Make a call for action</strong> - You have two options: you can use animated stickers or simply type "swipe up" on your thumbnail.</li>
</ul>
<p>You may be interested to learn <a href="/blog/how-to-post-someones-story-on-your-story">how to post someone's story on your story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="step-2-make-a-good-thumbnail-with-the-youtube-link-to-your-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#step-2-make-a-good-thumbnail-with-the-youtube-link-to-your-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Step 2. Make a good thumbnail with the YouTube link to your Story</h2>
<p>Once your thumbnail is set up, you can now upload it to Instagram. Follow these steps to get your thumbnail ready for Instagram.</p>
<ol>
<li>Click + > Story on Instagram.</li>
<li>Tap the chain icon at the top.</li>
<li>Tap on the URL and paste the link.</li>
<li>Tap on the Close Friends or Your Story button.</li>
</ol>
<p>It takes a little more effort to upload YouTube videos to Instagram. After that, it's possible, but not impossible. This article should help you feel more confident in sharing a YouTube video on Instagram. Many options are available, so you can choose what works best for yourself and your followers.</p>

<p>Archiving posts on Instagram is one of the best ways to remove them. The posts can be deleted, but they will not be permanently deleted.
Archiving your posts won't permanently delete them, but it will remove them from your feed. But, of course, you can always access the archived section to restore the posts, which will be displayed on your profile again.
You may have archived some of your posts.</p>
<p>Instagram offers a feature that lets you see all of your archived posts.
Although viewing an archived post can be easy, it can be difficult for some users to find the archived section.</p>
<p>This article tells you how to find your archived posts.</p>
<p><img src="/images/44-1.webp" alt="How to find archived posts on Instagram" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/what-is-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram">what is the best time to post on Instagram?</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-find-archived-posts-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-find-archived-posts-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How To Find Archived Posts on Instagram</h2>
<p><strong>Step 1</strong>: Open Instagram. If you <a href="/blog/cant-login-to-instagram-what-to-do">can't login, here's a guide</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Step 2</strong>: Tap the profile icon at the bottom-right corner.</p>
<p><img src="/images/44-2.webp" alt="instagram profile icon" loading="lazy"></p>
<p><strong>Step 3</strong>: Tap on the three horizontal lines in the upper-right corner.</p>
<p><img src="/images/44-3.webp" alt="instagram menu" loading="lazy"></p>
<p><strong>Step 4</strong>: From the bottom, a menu will appear. Scroll down to the Settings tab and select Archive.</p>
<p><img src="/images/44-4.webp" alt="instagram menu to archive posts" loading="lazy"></p>
<p><strong>Step 5</strong>: The Stories Archive defaults to be the first one. Tap the dropdown at the top and select Archive to view archived posts.</p>
<p>All your archived posts will now be visible. These posts can be restored to your profile or deleted.</p>
<h2 id="how-can-you-see-someones-archived-posts-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-can-you-see-someones-archived-posts-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How can you see someone's archived posts on Instagram?</h2>
<p>Only the author can view archival posts. Only you can see the archived posts. It is impossible to view archived posts from others.
Your archived posts cannot be seen by anyone else.</p>
<p>Read also about <em><a href="/blog/how-to-fix-instagram-story-not-uploading">how to fix Instagram story not uploading</a></em>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-unarchive-instagram-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-unarchive-instagram-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to unarchive Instagram posts</h2>
<p>It is straightforward if you wish to take a post from hibernation into your profile. However, to show a post on your profile again, you must access your Instagram archive.</p>
<ol>
<li>Open "Instagram" on your "profile page." Next, press on the menu button in the top right section.</li>
<li>Choose the "Archive" option.</li>
<li>Tap on the the "downward arrowhead" next to the "Stories Archive" button and select "Posts Archive"</li>
<li>Select the Instagram post you want to unarchive and pick the options button.</li>
<li>Pick "Show on Profile" from the listed options.</li>
</ol>
<p>You can choose to delete an archived post rather than make it public. Select "Delete" instead of "Show on Profile." The post will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. Sometimes, that's a good thing.</p>
<p>The Instagram archive functionality allows you to manage what others see, whether for personal use or business. While we are gradually adjusting to the temporal nature of online life, some things are worth keeping for the longer term. So if you don't keep those memories close, at least you can preserve them on Instagram.</p>
<p><img src="/images/44-5.avif" alt="how to unarchive Instagram posts" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>This is an option for media-savvy social businesses to use posts and media multiple times or for seasonal offers that repeat each year or frequently. For example, you don't need to create a Christmas offering each year. Instead, you can archive it and modify it before making it public. In addition, you can store images or posts that you may want to reuse, keep them for reference, or adjust them for personal use.</p>
<p>You may like our guide on <a href="/blog/how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-instagram-story">how to add multiple photos to Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="frequently-asked-questions-related-to-archiving"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#frequently-asked-questions-related-to-archiving"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Frequently asked questions related to archiving</h2>
<h3 id="i-cant-see-the-instagram-archive"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#i-cant-see-the-instagram-archive"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>I can't see the Instagram Archive</h3>
<p>There are many reasons why Instagram's archive option is not accessible. You should find the Archive in the settings menu. There's a gear icon that you can tap in the upper-right corner. After this, you will see a list of options with an "archive" button.</p>
<h3 id="are-archived-posts-visible-on-the-instagram-feed"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#are-archived-posts-visible-on-the-instagram-feed"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Are archived posts visible on the Instagram feed?</h3>
<p>Instagram doesn't show Archived posts. This is because the posts are either not "hidden" or are not yet live.</p>
<p>But you can see the sharing post stats, learn <a href="/blog/how-to-see-who-shared-your-instagram-post">how to see who shared your Instagram post</a>.</p>
<h3 id="how-can-you-hide-posts-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-can-you-hide-posts-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How can you hide posts on Instagram?</h3>
<p>A third-party app can be used to hide posts on Instagram. There are currently no legitimate ways to hide an Instagram account. However, third-party app users can download this application to hide specific posts.</p>
<h3 id="what-happens-with-instagrams-archived-photos"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#what-happens-with-instagrams-archived-photos"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>What happens with Instagram's archived photos?</h3>
<p>Instagram photos are accessible for 24 hours before being archived. In addition, Instagram allows users to view photos chronologically. This means that the most recent uploads will appear at the top. These photos will have a timestamp of midnight.</p>
<h3 id="what-does-instagram-archive-mean"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#what-does-instagram-archive-mean"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>What does Instagram archive mean?</h3>
<p>This feature was introduced in 2017. It allows users to delete photos and videos from their profile, but not ultimately. Likewise, Instagram Archive allows you to see archived pictures but not the rest of the world.</p>
<p>Instagram Archive stores Stories and Posts. While you must archive them manually, you can adjust your settings to have your Stories automatically added to Instagram Archive within 24 hours.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/instagram-wont-let-me-post-what-to-do">Instagram won't let me post - what to do?</a>.</p>
<h3 id="how-to-archive-highlights-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-archive-highlights-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to Archive Highlights on Instagram</h3>
<p>Stories that you share on Instagram will automatically be saved to your Stories Archive. You can disable Stories Archive from Settings at any time.</p>
<p>To turn Stories Archive on/off:</p>
<ol>
<li>Go to your profile, tap on the profile picture at the bottom right.</li>
<li>Tap the menu icon at the top right and then tap Settings.</li>
<li>Tap Privacy and then tap StoryStory.</li>
<li>Tap the switch next to Save Story to Archive.</li>
</ol>
<p><em>You may also <a href="/blog/how-to-post-someones-story-on-your-story">post someone's story on your story</a></em>.</p>
<p>Not everyone can view the stories in your Archive once they have disappeared from your Story. For example, you can't save a Story if you delete a photo/video from it before it disappears.</p>

<p>Like all other applications out there, Instagram experiences login issues from time to time. The problem can occur on any device, a phone, or a PC.
Below are all the answers to "Can't login to Instagram - what to do and how to fix?"</p>
<p>The possible solutions are similar to when <a href="/blog/instagram-wont-let-me-post-what-to-do">Instagram won't let you post</a>: network issues, app version update, etc.</p>
<p><img src="/images/43-1.webp" alt="Can&#x27;t login to Instagram" loading="lazy"></p>
<h2 id="types-of-instagram-login-error"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#types-of-instagram-login-error"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Types of Instagram login error</h2>
<p>Typically, when facing an Instagram login issue, you will receive any of the messages below from Instagram:</p>
<ol>
<li>You can't sign in to your account.</li>
<li>There was a problem with your request.</li>
<li>Forgotten password for [username]?</li>
<li>Instagram username not found.</li>
<li>Couldn't reach Instagram (no internet connection).</li>
<li>The username you entered doesn't belong to an account. Please check your username and try again.</li>
</ol>
<p>It is nearly impossible to contact Instagram to get help when an error occurs.</p>
<p>Usually, most of the errors on Instagram are self-inflicted, which means that they can be fixed without difficulty.</p>
<p><img src="/images/43-2.avif" alt="Types of Instagram login error" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Learn <a href="/blog/how-to-see-who-shared-your-instagram-post">how to see who shared your Instagram post</a>.</p>
<h3 id="check-if-your-instagram-account-was-disabled"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#check-if-your-instagram-account-was-disabled"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Check if your Instagram account was disabled</h3>
<p>Suppose you see this error on Instagram, and you are sure you entered it correctly. In that case, your account is disabled or deleted by Instagram. Unfortunately, there is no fix in this case, and you cannot use the username and email address again to create a new account.</p>
<h3 id="the-username-you-entered-doesnt-belong-to-an-account-please-check-your-username-and-try-again"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#the-username-you-entered-doesnt-belong-to-an-account-please-check-your-username-and-try-again"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>The username you entered doesn't belong to an account. Please check your username and try again.</h3>
<p>Unfortunately, Instagram does not inform the users why their accounts are being disabled in most cases. However, if you were a new user, you did follow and unfollow repeatedly, you posted illegal content, or in any conditions, you violated the Instagram terms and conditions, which could be the reasons why Instagram deletes your account.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-instagram-story">how to add multiple photos to Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="why-instagram-wont-let-me-log-in"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-instagram-wont-let-me-log-in"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why Instagram Won't Let Me Log in?</h2>
<p>People can't sign in to Instagram because of the following problems:</p>
<ol>
<li>You enter the wrong username or password.</li>
<li>You was blocked or the account got removed.</li>
<li>You sign in via a new device or location.</li>
<li>Network problems. Also, see a guide on <a href="/blog/why-is-my-download-speed-is-so-slow">why is my download speed so slow</a>.</li>
<li>Your device's date and time are set wrong.</li>
<li>The device issues caused by old hadware(old device or not enough memory(RAM or ROM)).</li>
</ol>
<p>Note that these are almost the same reasons when an <a href="/blog/how-to-fix-instagram-story-not-uploading">Instagram story isn'nt uploading</a>.</p>
<p><img src="/images/43-3.webp" alt="Why Instagram Won&#x27;t Let Me Log in" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Below, we have provided multiple options to try to fix the Instagram sign in problem.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-fix-instagram-wont-let-me-log-in"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-fix-instagram-wont-let-me-log-in"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to fix Instagram won't let me log in?</h2>
<p>There are some quick fixes to Instagram login issues , they are the quickest. The next ones are more advanced.</p>
<h3 id="switch-the-device-on-and-off"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#switch-the-device-on-and-off"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Switch the device on and off</h3>
<p>Power off and power on your device, or close and re-open the Instagram app. It's better to restart the device and then trying to open the app.</p>
<p>See also the <a href="/blog/best-topics-for-blogging">best topics for blogging</a>.</p>
<h3 id="check-your-internet-connection"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#check-your-internet-connection"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Check your Internet connection</h3>
<p>If you have troubles with login, it might be from a poor network connection.</p>
<p>If your Instagram error message states that the issue occurs due to network problems, try to restart your Wi-Fi router or ensure there are no issues with your Internet provider currently(maybe there's an outage from their side).</p>
<p>As another option, you may attempt switching from Wi-Fi to a cell phone's mobile data and see if the issue is gone.</p>
<p><img src="/images/43-4.avif" alt="Why Instagram Won&#x27;t Let Me Log in - check internet connection" loading="lazy"></p>
<h3 id="reset-the-phones-time-and-date"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#reset-the-phones-time-and-date"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Reset the phone's time and date</h3>
<p>Also, the login issues may be caused by the wrong date and time settings.
Make sure that the date and time on settings are 'Set Automatically' to avoid such problems in the future.</p>
<h3 id="clear-the-apps-cache-and-related-data"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#clear-the-apps-cache-and-related-data"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Clear the app's cache and related data</h3>
<p>To fix it, try clearing the Instagram cache by following these steps:</p>
<ol>
<li>Go to the device's settings, find Applications.</li>
<li>Find the Instagram app. Then look for an option to clear cache.</li>
<li>Once you reset the cache, force stop the application.</li>
</ol>
<p>As an additional option, try using the browser version of Instagram instead.</p>
<p><img src="/images/43-5.webp" alt="Why Instagram Won&#x27;t Let Me Log in - Clear the app&#x27;s cache and related data" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>The browser version is similar to the mobile app. It allows you to use Instagram just as you would use it on your phone.</p>
<p>See <a href="/blog/what-is-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram">what is the best time to post on Instagram?</a>.</p>
<h3 id="try-to-log-in-to-instagram-using-different-devices"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#try-to-log-in-to-instagram-using-different-devices"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Try to log in to Instagram using different devices</h3>
<p>Maybe there are problems with your device you can't track and we can't tell how to fix. For instance, software problems that emerged after you updated the software yesterday.</p>
<h2 id="more-fixes-to-instagram-wont-let-me-login"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#more-fixes-to-instagram-wont-let-me-login"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>More fixes to Instagram won't let me login</h2>
<h3 id="reset-your-instagram-password"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#reset-your-instagram-password"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Reset your Instagram password</h3>
<p>To reset the password, do these steps:</p>
<ol>
<li>Tap on "Get help signing in".</li>
<li>Enter the required information.</li>
<li>You'll be asked a method to send you a reset link(e.g., email).</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="update-the-instagram-app"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#update-the-instagram-app"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Update the Instagram app</h3>
<p>Instagram errors are usually caused by outdated apps. This means that you need to upgrade to a more efficient version.</p>
<p>You should update your phone if the update is available through the Play Store and App Store.</p>
<p>If you do not see an email notification about an Instagram update you should uninstall it and reinstall it. This will fix any errors.</p>
<p><img src="/images/43-6.webp" alt="can&#x27;t login to instagram - Update the Instagram app" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-instagram-profile-attractive">how to make Instagram profile attractive</a>.</p>
<h3 id="sign-in-using-your-facebook-account"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#sign-in-using-your-facebook-account"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Sign in using your Facebook account</h3>
<p>If you have a linked Facebook account, try to log in via it.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-log-in-to-instagram-via-facebook"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-log-in-to-instagram-via-facebook"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to Log in to Instagram via Facebook?</h2>
<p><img src="/images/43-7.webp" alt="can&#x27;t login to instagram - Log in to Instagram via Facebook" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Before logging into Instagram using Facebook, you need to have a Facebook account. If you have not created an account yet, go to Facebook's Sign Up page and register your account for free.</p>
<p>After successfully signing up, you need to connect your Instagram and Facebook accounts to sign into Instagram via Facebook in case of facing an Instagram Login problem.</p>
<p>To connect Facebook and Instagram go to your Instagram profile page -> Settings -> Accounts -> Linked Accounts -> Facebook. Then follow the on screen instructions.</p>
<p>Instagram has advised users to follow specific steps if they have any issues accessing their account on Instagram. Earlier this week, Instagram users reported problems with their accounts being hacked and their email IDs being changed to a Russian domain.</p>
<p>They claimed that their profile photos, usernames, passwords, and Facebook account (which was linked to their Instagram accounts) were changed, also.</p>

<p>Instagram Stories are only available for a limited time. Instagram is more complex than other social media platforms, making it simple for anybody to share the original content of someone else.</p>
<p>If you like publishing Instagram Stories, you probably want to share them with your audience.</p>
<p><img src="/images/42-1.webp" alt="How to post someone&#x27;s story on your story" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>See also a guide on <a href="/blog/instagram-wont-let-me-post-what-to-do">Instagram won't let me post - what to do?</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-share-an-instagram-story-in-your-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-share-an-instagram-story-in-your-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to share an Instagram story in your posts</h2>
<p>There are multiple methods to share an Instagram Story with another person. There are rules to follow when sharing someone else's Instagram Story. Let's review them.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-post-someones-story-on-your-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-post-someones-story-on-your-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to post someone's story on your Instagram story</h2>
<p>It's easy to share another person's Story on Instagram.
The creator's tag will determine whether you can add a Story to your own.
If the author of the story you want to re-publish tagged you, you can add it to your Story. If the author didn't do that, you can't add it, unfrotunately.</p>
<p>There are many other approaches, but this is the primary one: sharing a Story if an author tags you.</p>
<ol>
<li>Open the Instagram app. Tap on the "paper plane" (direct message icon) in the upper right-hand corner.</li>
<li>Open the "tagging notice" you received after being tagged in the Story.</li>
<li>To post the Story on your own, tap on "Add to Your Story", then select "Send". The Story will be published as usual.</li>
</ol>
<p><img src="/images/42-2.webp" alt="How to post someone&#x27;s story on your story" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-see-who-shared-your-instagram-post">how to see who shared your Instagram post</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-share-a-story-with-someone-else"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-share-a-story-with-someone-else"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to share a Story with someone else</h2>
<p>You still  can share an Instagram Story with another user even if you aren't tagged. Of course, this doesn't make the Story public, but it is a great way to share it with a few of your friends.</p>
<p>The original poster must make their account public otherwise, you won't be able to send it to anyone.</p>
<ol>
<li>Share an existing Story with another person by following these steps:</li>
<li>Press the "Story" icon at the top.</li>
<li>Press the paper airplane icon.</li>
<li>Tap Next to each user, and tap "Send" to access the Story.</li>
</ol>
<p>If you don't see the iarplance icon, it means that the person has a private account or the author doesn't allow sharing.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-share-instagram-stories-externally"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-share-instagram-stories-externally"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to share Instagram Stories externally</h2>
<p>Another cool feature of Instagram is sharing a link to Stories through some third-party application. You may copy a link to a Story to send a friend some cool Instagram Story. Here's how it works.</p>
<ol>
<li>Press the "Instagram Story" button and then tap on the "vertical ellipsis", (3 vertical dots) in the upper right-hand corner.</li>
<li>Select Share To ..."</li>
<li>Select the "application", or contact to get the link.</li>
<li>If your friend presses a link, Instagram opens to take them to your Story.</li>
</ol>
<p><img src="/images/42-3.webp" alt="Share Instagram Stories Externally" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-instagram-story">how to add multiple photos to Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h3 id="make-public-stories-to-allow-sharing-them"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#make-public-stories-to-allow-sharing-them"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Make public Stories to allow sharing them</h3>
<p>Instagram Stories must be set at "Public" to reshare them. Unless you manually change them to private, they will remain public. It defeats the purpose of social media.</p>
<p>A Public Profile is visible to anyone. It appears in search results and suggested lists. Only friends you have followed can view a private account. You can't view the Private profile of someone you don't know if they aren't following you. They cannot follow you if they don't.</p>
<p>Such a possibility allows you to make your account public or private.</p>
<ol>
<li>Go to the Menu.</li>
<li>Select 'Settings' then "Privacy".</li>
<li>Switch the "Private account" switch ON or OFF, depending on your requirements.</li>
</ol>
<p>Your profile is automatically set to public by default. If you want to change to or from privacy settings, you will only need to follow these steps.</p>
<p><img src="/images/42-4.webp" alt="Share Instagram Stories Externally" loading="lazy"></p>
<h3 id="make-a-story-shareable-by-tagging-someone"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#make-a-story-shareable-by-tagging-someone"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Make a Story shareable by tagging someone</h3>
<p>Sharing someone else's post requires that you are tagged in it. A Story can only be republished if someone else tags it.</p>
<p>Create a Story.
Create a "@mention" with the necessary person's username.
You can tag many people, and every of them receives an email containing the notification. This notification cannot be prevented, but you can stop your Story from being reposted.</p>
<p>Reposting is an essential aspect of social medias, though you should do that carefully. Don't republish often.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-fix-instagram-story-not-uploading">How to post someone's story on your story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="instagram-storypost-sharing-faqs"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#instagram-storypost-sharing-faqs"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Instagram Story/Post Sharing FAQs</h2>
<h3 id="can-i-share-someone-elses-post-on-my-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#can-i-share-someone-elses-post-on-my-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Can I share someone else's post on my Instagram Story?</h3>
<p>Yes, you can share someone else's Story post as long as they are set to "Public." Next, press the paper airplane icon to select "Add Post to Your Story."</p>
<p>The clickable link to the post you have chosen to share will appear in your Story. The same steps can be followed to share your Reels.</p>
<h3 id="how-to-stop-someone-from-sharing-my-stories-with-them"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-stop-someone-from-sharing-my-stories-with-them"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to stop someone from sharing my Stories with them?</h3>
<p>You may turn off the option to allow other Instagram users to share your Story. Here's how:</p>
<ol>
<li>Tap on the "Profile icon". Next, tap on the "hamburger icon" (3 horizontal lines in the upper-right corner).</li>
<li>Choose "Settings."</li>
<li>Tap on "Story" and toggle the switch next to "Allow Sharing to Story."</li>
</ol>
<p>You can also prevent others from sharing your Story in private messages by flipping the same switch.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/best-topics-for-blogging">best topics for blogging</a>.</p>
<h3 id="will-i-receive-a-notification-if-someone-shares-my-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#will-i-receive-a-notification-if-someone-shares-my-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Will I receive a notification if someone shares My Story?</h3>
<p>No. Instagram does not notify users when someone shares their Story.</p>

<p>Nowadays, almost everyone has an Instagram app installed on their smartphone.</p>
<p>The developers want to keep the application updated because it is a popular social networking application. However, it is not the best platform that you can use all the time. Even with all the fixes and updates from developers, it is sometimes impossible to upload photos or videos to your account.</p>
<p>The app blocks you from uploading photos. You might be wondering why Instagram won't allow me to upload my photos? While there are many possible causes, the solutions are almost identical to those for other major Instagram issues.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-1.webp" alt="instagram won&#x27;t let me post, how to fix the issue" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>It's essential to identify the root cause, as I mentioned earlier. If you don't know the reason, it's hard to fix this problem. However, you will then be able to use the correct solution and keep posting on Instagram.</p>
<p>This problem can be overwhelming and cause panic. However, this post will help you find the right solution. The "Instagram preventing uploading photos &#x26; videos problem" solution will make your job easier.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-see-who-shared-your-instagram-post">how to see who shared your Instagram post</a>.</p>
<h2 id="why-wont-instagram-allow-me-to-post-videos-or-photos"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-wont-instagram-allow-me-to-post-videos-or-photos"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why won't Instagram allow me to post videos or photos?</h2>
<p>People sometimes have trouble uploading photos to Instagram because of a problem with their cache memory. You can update Instagram to allow you to post pictures, clear the cache memory, or take a screenshot of the image to re-upload.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-2.avif" alt="instagram won&#x27;t let me post videos or photos" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>There could be other issues than the cache memory issue when it comes down to Instagram uploading problems.</p>
<ol>
<li>An insufficient internet connection can make it impossible to upload photos and videos to Instagram.</li>
<li>Instagram may not recognize the format of the video or photo you are trying to upload.</li>
<li>You might have violated the terms of Instagram by using your photo or video, or you may not give credit to the creator.</li>
<li>You might temporarily disable, block, or ban your Instagram account from posting activities.</li>
<li>You need to make sure that Instagram has access to your storage if you cannot post photos or videos from your gallery.</li>
<li>In one post, you included more than 30 hashtags.</li>
<li>You could have reached the file size limit for Instagram by trying to upload a photo.</li>
<li>It could also be the maximum aspect ratio that the uploaded image allows.</li>
<li>Instagram has established a limit for video uploads that is 60 seconds in length. It also allows for IGTV uploads to the mobile app for 15 minutes and IGTV uploads to the computer for 60 minutes. The Instagram story can be uploaded as a 15-second video.</li>
</ol>
<p>Read also about <a href="/blog/how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-instagram-story">how to add multiple photos to Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="why-instagram-wont-allow-me-to-post-multiple-photosvideos"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-instagram-wont-allow-me-to-post-multiple-photosvideos"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why Instagram won't allow me to post multiple photos/videos</h2>
<p>First, you will need to check your App Background Refresh settings. For example, suppose the background refresh for Instagram is disabled. In that case, the uploading process could be halted or terminated if you switch apps while uploading.</p>
<p>If you upload multiple photos or videos frequently, Instagram could temporarily block your account for spamming issues. This ban lasts for about 30 minutes to an hour, but you'll soon be able to upload photos and videos again.</p>
<p>To avoid upload errors, ensure that your videos and photos are in the correct format.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-3.avif" alt="instagram won&#x27;t let me post multiple videos or photos" loading="lazy"></p>
<h2 id="why-instagram-wont-let-me-post-stories"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-instagram-wont-let-me-post-stories"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why Instagram won't let me post stories?</h2>
<p>An example of why this issue may happen is Instagram won't allow you to share stories with content from private accounts. You must have been tagged in the story to share stories from your public account.</p>
<p>If you have a slow internet connection, you can experience problems posting stories. If you have stuck stories, you can't edit/remove them.</p>
<p>Now, let's review multiple Instagram app solutions that suddenly stop you from posting.</p>
<p>Learn <a href="/blog/how-to-fix-instagram-story-not-uploading">how to fix Instagram story not uploading</a>.</p>
<p>Also, don't forget to check your network speed and read our guide on <a href="/blog/why-is-my-download-speed-is-so-slow">why is my download speed so slow</a> that may cause the Instagram issues as well.</p>
<h2 id="why-instagram-wont-let-me-post-music-on-stories"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-instagram-wont-let-me-post-music-on-stories"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why Instagram won't let me post music on Stories?</h2>
<p>You may not be able to post music on Insta Stories if you haven't updated your Instagram app. Or it could be that your country doesn't have access to the Instagram music features. In this instance, you can use a VPN.</p>
<h2 id="why-wont-instagram-let-me-edit-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-wont-instagram-let-me-edit-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why won't Instagram let me edit posts?</h2>
<p>The app's previous versions had a bug that prevented users from editing their posts. This bug has been fixed in the most recent versions. If you experience this issue, make sure to upgrade your app to the current version.</p>
<p>If your edits aren't being updated, you should also monitor your Internet connection.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-4.webp" alt="why won&#x27;t Instagram let me edit posts" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Learn <a href="/blog/what-is-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram">what is the best time to post on Instagram?</a>.</p>
<h2 id="why-wont-instagram-allow-me-to-leave-comments"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-wont-instagram-allow-me-to-leave-comments"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why won't Instagram allow me to leave comments?</h2>
<p>There are two main reasons Instagram may not allow you to leave comments:</p>
<ol>
<li>Poor/No internet connection.</li>
<li>Instagram is down. It's rare but not impossible.</li>
<li>In one comment, you mentioned more than five people.</li>
<li>You have made multiple comments and duplicates (emojis included).</li>
<li>Over-engaging with comments and likes is a sign of inactivity.</li>
<li>The person who controls the account where you want to comment is blocking your ability to do so.</li>
<li>You want to spam comments on many large accounts.</li>
<li>Instagram has banned you from using a word.</li>
</ol>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/best-topics-for-blogging">best topics for blogging</a>.</p>
<p>Try the following steps to fix the Instagram issues mentioned above.</p>
<h3 id="1-restart-your-device"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#1-restart-your-device"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>1. Restart your device</h3>
<p>Restarting your phone is the first and most straightforward solution. In addition, restarting your phone can fix temporary software problems and may also resolve Instagram's post issue.</p>
<p>Hold down the power button on Android until you see the reboot option. Then, tap on the restart phone. The procedure will differ depending on the model of your phone.</p>
<p>Hold power and home buttons until you see the Apple logo on iOS. iPhone 11 and 12: Hold down the power and volume buttons for approximately 3 seconds.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-5.avif" alt="restart a device to fix Instagram uploading issues" loading="lazy"></p>
<h3 id="2-reduce-the-size-of-your-file"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#2-reduce-the-size-of-your-file"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>2. Reduce the size of your file</h3>
<p>Uploading images and videos from high-quality cameras may be difficult. Although Instagram does not have a limit on file size, it is important to understand the dimensions and aspect ratios of high-quality images and videos before you upload them.</p>
<p>Uploading a 4K file or UHD quality file will take longer. Still, they may not get uploaded because the file is too large or inaccessible.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-6.webp" alt="Reduce the size of your file you upload to Instagram that causes uploading issue" loading="lazy"></p>
<ol>
<li>You can fix the Instagram won't allow me to post issues by reducing the file size before uploading. I have added the adobe ideal sizes information.</li>
<li>Size of Instagram posts</li>
<li>Posts can be square or landscape.</li>
<li>The ideal size for square posts is 1080px x 1080px, with an aspect ratio 1.</li>
<li>Ideal size for landscape posts is 1080px x 566px with an aspect ratio 1.91.1.</li>
<li>Horizontal images should be at 1080px x 1350px, with a 4:1 aspect ratio.</li>
<li>Instagram video post size.</li>
<li>Video can have an aspect ratio between 1.91:1 and 4.05:1</li>
<li>The ideal horizontal aspect ratio for video is 16:9</li>
<li>Make sure that your videos are not larger than 4GB</li>
<li>The maximum length for a video is 60 seconds</li>
</ol>
<p>See also our guide on <a href="/blog/how-to-make-instagram-profile-attractive">how to make Instagram profile attractive</a>.</p>
<h3 id="3-reset-the-network-connection"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#3-reset-the-network-connection"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>3. Reset the Network Connection</h3>
<p>One of the reasons Instagram won't allow you to post photos and videos is an unstable or poor network.</p>
<p>Refresh your network connection if this happens. You can either put your device in flight mode or change your network status. Off And On.</p>
<p>Make sure your router is turned on. You must ensure that your router can connect to the internet.</p>
<p>When you use Instagram on your computer while connecting to a router via a router, ensure that the connection between your router and your PC is stable.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-7.avif" alt="Reset the Network Connection for Instagram that causes uploading issue" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Do these steps if you're on the phone.</p>
<ol>
<li>Verify the status of your internet connection, and if it is disabled, enable it.</li>
<li>If you have an active connection, tap on the flight mode and wait for a few seconds before disabling it. It will flush and restart a new connection.</li>
<li>Try to reconnect with Wi-Fi if you are connected.</li>
<li>You can also turn off your data and then turn it back on.</li>
<li>Once everything is complete, upload photos/videos to Instagram again.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="4-clear-instagram-cache-memory"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#4-clear-instagram-cache-memory"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>4. Clear Instagram cache memory</h3>
<p>Most issues are resolved when an Instagram user clears its application cache memory. The cache is created and stored by Instagram during runtime.</p>
<p>Cache memory stores metadata about your account that was stored in previous entries. Apps can block cache memory from performing regular activities.</p>
<p>This could be why you cannot post photos/videos to Instagram.
Clearing the Instagram cache requires opening the app manager or directly accessing the Instagram app storage settings.</p>
<p>The steps to clear cache memory on Android and iOS are different but straightforward. Follow these steps to clear cache memory from each type of device.</p>
<h3 id="5-modify-your-instagram-data-settings"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#5-modify-your-instagram-data-settings"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>5. Modify your Instagram data settings</h3>
<p>Instagram offers data-saving settings that prevent you from posting too many posts at once. In addition, the application blocks bulk uploading to save internet data.</p>
<p>Your data saver may be enabled if you have trouble posting on Instagram. However, it does not allow single file uploading, but you should consider it.</p>
<p><img src="/images/41-8.webp" alt="Modify your Instagram data settings" loading="lazy"></p>
<ol>
<li>To disable Instagram's data saver, go to your account's mobile data settings. To increase your data limit, follow the steps below.</li>
<li>Select "Settings" from your Instagram profile.</li>
<li>In the settings, click on "accounts".</li>
<li>Locate the "Mobile Data Usage" setting.</li>
<li>You can disable the "Data saver" option.</li>
</ol>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-group-on-instagram">how to make a group on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h3 id="6-free-up-storage-space-in-your-phone"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#6-free-up-storage-space-in-your-phone"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>6. Free up Storage Space in Your Phone</h3>
<p>This issue may occur if your phone's storage is full. Instagram uses save uploaded photos settings to try and save images/videos to your local memory.</p>
<p>The app saves original media and posts videos. If you want to save these images or videos, space must be available. If your device memory is full, you might not be able to post a new photo because the app will not complete the saving process.</p>
<ol>
<li>You can disable "save post-media" or clear out some space on your phone. These options are available in-app Account Settings > Original Post.</li>
<li>Go to Instagram app Settings.</li>
<li>Click on the account.</li>
<li>Next, tap on Original Post Settings.</li>
<li>You can check the status of the three options.</li>
<li>Disable Save Posted Videos and Photos.</li>
</ol>
<h3 id="7-unlink-applications-that-have-access-to-your-instagram-account"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#7-unlink-applications-that-have-access-to-your-instagram-account"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>7. Unlink applications that have access to your Instagram account</h3>
<p>Other apps can access your Instagram account on your smartphone. You should not use Instagram and another app simultaneously, even if they are running in the background. This could cause conflicts and make it difficult to post on Instagram.</p>
<p>Drag the app to the trash icon and uninstall it. Next, hold down on the iPhone and select the Remove app option.</p>
<h3 id="8-try-updating-and-reinstalling-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#8-try-updating-and-reinstalling-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>8. Try updating and reinstalling Instagram</h3>
<p>As I mentioned, updating Instagram can fix most bugs and improve security. Depending on your device's type, you can update the app via App Store or Play Store.</p>
<p>Sometimes, I prefer reinstalling the app over updating it. This is because it copies all data from your phone, which reduces the chance of problems like Instagram not allowing me to post.</p>

<p>Here's how to see who shared your Instagram post:</p>
<ol>
<li>Click on the three dots at the top of the post to open it.</li>
<li>Select "Share Activity", then "View Profile"</li>
<li>People who shared your post will be at the top of the list.</li>
</ol>
<p><img src="/images/40-1.avif" alt="How to see who shared your Instagram post" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-instagram-story">how to add multiple photos to Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="why-does-it-matter-if-someone-shares-your-instagram-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-does-it-matter-if-someone-shares-your-instagram-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why does it matter if someone shares your Instagram post?</h2>
<p>Engagement is significant thing for you. Even if you have an <a href="/blog/how-to-make-instagram-profile-attractive">attractive Instagram profile</a>, you should care about other things like sharings, too. If you want to grow your influence empire, finding out who shared your Instagram posts can be extremely valuable. It can help you identify the demographic that your post resonates with by checking who reshares it.</p>
<p>Suppose you have recently gained a lot of followers or likes for a particular post. In that case, resharing Insights can be very helpful. To check which posts have been reshared and determine if there are any big followers, you can go through the list of users to find out if they have contributed to the notification influx.</p>
<p>Sharing a post to your own story can be more complex than sharing it with your followers and friends. Users don't share it unless they are truly connected with the post. So it's essential to know who's spreading the love.</p>
<p>Don't forget to choose the <a href="/blog/what-is-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram">best time to post on Instagram</a>, so your audience can see it when they're most active.</p>
<p><img src="/images/40-2.avif" alt="Why does it matter if someone shares your Instagram post" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Make sure all your posts are uploading fine, otherwise, see <a href="/blog/how-to-fix-instagram-story-not-uploading">how to fix Instagram story not uploading</a>.</p>
<h2 id="frequently-asked-questions-about-instagram-post-sharings"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#frequently-asked-questions-about-instagram-post-sharings"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Frequently asked questions about Instagram post sharings</h2>
<h3 id="i-cant-see-who-has-shared-my-instagram-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#i-cant-see-who-has-shared-my-instagram-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>I can't see who has shared my Instagram posts</h3>
<p>You might not see the people who share your Instagram posts. There are several reasons for this. For example, you might have your account set as private so that only you and others can view your posts. You may also be unable to see the person's name who shared your post.</p>
<h3 id="who-shared-my-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#who-shared-my-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Who shared my post?</h3>
<p>Click on the "View Shares" button to see who has shared your post. This will display a list of all those who have shared your post.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/best-topics-for-blogging">best topics for blogging</a>.</p>
<h3 id="i-cant-see-who-has-shared-my-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#i-cant-see-who-has-shared-my-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>I can't see who has shared my post</h3>
<p>There are a few reasons you couldn't be able to see the person who shared your Instagram post.</p>
<p>Another possibility is that the post was anonymously shared. It is also possible that the person sharing the post didn't include their name.
You can contact the person who shared your post to find out more.</p>
<h3 id="will-you-be-notified-when-someone-shares-your-instagram-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#will-you-be-notified-when-someone-shares-your-instagram-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Will you be notified when someone shares your Instagram post?</h3>
<p>Yes, you will be notified if someone shares your Instagram post.</p>
<p><img src="/images/40-3.avif" alt="Will you be notified when someone shares your Instagram post" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/why-is-my-download-speed-is-so-slow">why is my download speed so slow</a>.</p>
<h3 id="what-happens-if-you-share-a-post-with-specific-friends"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#what-happens-if-you-share-a-post-with-specific-friends"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>What happens if you share a post with specific friends?</h3>
<p>You will receive a notification when you share a post with friends. The post can be shared, liked, commented on, or shared.</p>
<h3 id="how-can-you-delete-someone-who-has-shared-your-photo-with-you"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-can-you-delete-someone-who-has-shared-your-photo-with-you"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How can you delete someone who has shared your photo with you?</h3>
<p>You can remove a picture you have shared with someone by clicking "Share" in the Photos app, tapping on their name, and selecting "Remove From Photo".</p>
<h3 id="who-shared-my-video-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#who-shared-my-video-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Who shared my video on Instagram?</h3>
<p>There are multiple approaches to find out who shared your video. First, you can look at the video's stats to see how many people have viewed it and who has shared it.</p>
<p>Social Blade, for example, allows you to see who shared your video and how many times they shared it. BuzzSumo, for example, is another tool that can be used to track who shared your video and how many times it was shared.</p>
<p><img src="/images/40-4.avif" alt="Who shared my video on Instagram?" loading="lazy"></p>
<h3 id="why-are-my-facebook-friends-not-able-to-see-my-shared-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-are-my-facebook-friends-not-able-to-see-my-shared-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why are my Facebook friends not able to see my shared posts?</h3>
<p>Your Facebook friends may not be able to see your shared posts. There are several reasons. You might have your privacy settings set to "Only Me". Another possibility is that the original post you shared was published by a friend who has since made his profile private. You may share your posts with your friends if they log into Facebook on the same computer.</p>
<h3 id="who-shared-my-instagram-post-with-you"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#who-shared-my-instagram-post-with-you"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Who shared my Instagram post with you?</h3>
<p>There are multiple approaches to know who shared your video. First, you can look at the video's stats to see how many people have viewed it and who has shared it. Social Blade allows you to see who shared your video and how many times they shared it.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-group-on-instagram">how to make a group on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h3 id="instagram-is-telling-me-that-someone-has-shared-a-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#instagram-is-telling-me-that-someone-has-shared-a-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Instagram is telling me that someone has shared a post</h3>
<p>If you get a notification from Instagram that someone has shared your post, they have taken a photo of your post and uploaded it to their account. This is usually done to show appreciation or share the post with others who might not have seen it.</p>
<h3 id="can-friends-see-each-other-instagram-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#can-friends-see-each-other-instagram-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Can friends see each other Instagram posts?</h3>
<p>Except for private posts, friends can view each other's posts. If the posts have been set to private, friends can view each other's posts.</p>
<p><img src="/images/40-5.avif" alt="Can friends see each other Instagram posts" loading="lazy"></p>
<h3 id="will-the-person-know-that-i-customized-my-post-so-they-can-only-see-it-on-facebook"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#will-the-person-know-that-i-customized-my-post-so-they-can-only-see-it-on-facebook"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Will the person know that I customized my post so they can only see it on Facebook?</h3>
<p>Yes. If you have customized a post that someone can see on their Facebook News Feed, they will be notified.</p>
<h3 id="what-can-i-do-to-stop-someone-from-sharing-my-post-with-their-friends"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#what-can-i-do-to-stop-someone-from-sharing-my-post-with-their-friends"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>What can I do to stop someone from sharing my post with their friends?</h3>
<p>While you cannot stop people from sharing your posts, you can make it more difficult for them. Password protecting your post is one way to do so. The person sharing your post will need to know the password to share your post with others.</p>
<h3 id="a-blocked-person-can-see-a-shared-picture"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#a-blocked-person-can-see-a-shared-picture"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>A blocked person can see a shared picture</h3>
<p>Yes, a blocked individual can view a shared photograph. The blocked person can see the photo if it is made public. The image can be set to private, so the person blocked will not see it.</p>
<p>Read also about <a href="/blog/how-to-view-instagram-without-account">how to view Instagram without account</a>.</p>
<h3 id="how-can-i-remove-a-shared-link-from-my-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-can-i-remove-a-shared-link-from-my-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How can I remove a shared link from my post?</h3>
<p>Click on the "x" beside the share to delete it from your post. This will remove the share from your post and make it invisible.</p>

<p>There are many ways to put multiple pictures on Instagram story.</p>
<p>A quick way is to <strong>select up to ten photos</strong> or videos from your camera roll. These are uploaded to your Story as ten slides.
The second quick method is to <strong>layer multiple photos on a slide as stickers</strong>. The last is to create a collage with Instagram's built-in Layout feature.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-fix-instagram-story-not-uploading">how to fix Instagram story not uploading</a>.</p>
<p><img src="/images/39-1.avif" alt="How to add multiple photos to the same Instagram story" loading="lazy"></p>
<h2 id="how-to-upload-multiple-photos-to-your-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-upload-multiple-photos-to-your-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to upload multiple photos to your Instagram Story</h2>
<p>Instagram Stories are great because they are more casual and less permanent than regular Instagram posts. You can post multiple photos simultaneously to increase your Instagram Stories' content or create a collage that includes numerous images.</p>
<p>It's easy to post multiple images to your Instagram Story. This is an excellent way to increase engagement and grow your following.</p>
<p>If you care about engagement, learn the <a href="/blog/what-is-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram">best time to post on Instagram</a>. Don't forget to <a href="/blog/how-to-make-instagram-profile-attractive">make your Instagram profile attractive</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-add-multiple-pictures-on-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-add-multiple-pictures-on-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to add multiple pictures on Instagram story</h2>
<p>Instagram makes it easy to create a Story series with multiple photos from your library. You can add no more than ten pictures to every Instagram story series. Here's how:</p>
<ol>
<li>To open your Stories, tap the Camera icon.</li>
<li>Find and press the Camera icon at the bottom of the screen.</li>
<li>Select the Multiple Photo Icon located above your photo gallery.
<img src="/images/39-2.webp" alt="How to add multiple photos to the same Instagram story" loading="lazy"></li>
<li>You can tap the photos you wish to add to your Stories in the order you prefer. Tap each picture to see a number. This will let you know the order. You can add no more than ten images to Stories at once(for example, you can add 2 pictures on Instagram story).</li>
<li>Tap Next to add stickers, text, and music to your photos.</li>
<li>After you've edited your images, click Next.</li>
<li>Tap Your Story to order your photos.</li>
</ol>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-group-on-instagram">how to make a group on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-the-same-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-add-multiple-photos-to-the-same-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to add multiple photos to the same Instagram story</h2>
<p>You can use the sticker feature to have all your photos appear on one Instagram Story.</p>
<p><img src="/images/39-3.webp" alt="How to add multiple photos to the same Instagram story" loading="lazy"></p>
<ol>
<li>To open your Stories, tap the camera icon on Instagram.</li>
<li>Next, tap on the photo icon to add a primary photo to your Story.</li>
<li>Next, tap the sticker icon at the top of the screen.</li>
<li>Scroll down until the photo sticker is found, then tap it.</li>
<li>The screen will display the second photo.</li>
<li>Continue this process until you have all the photos you need for your Story.</li>
<li>To reposition your photos, drag them around. Pinch or spread two fingers across your screen to make the photos smaller or larger.</li>
<li>To complete your Story, add text, music, or drawings.</li>
<li>Tap Your Stories to add photos to your Stories.</li>
</ol>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-view-instagram-without-account">how to view Instagram without account</a>.</p>
<h2 id="what-to-do-if-you-cant-add-multiple-photos-to-a-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#what-to-do-if-you-cant-add-multiple-photos-to-a-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>What to do if you can't add multiple photos to a story</h2>
<p>Stories' multiple photos feature still being developed. So it may not be available in your area. Try updating your Instagram app to the most recent version if you don't see multiple photo icons when uploading Stories. Keep trying if the feature doesn't show up. This new feature will be available in your area within a few days.</p>
<p>In case, you can't add photos to your story because of unstable Internet, resolve this with our article on <a href="/blog/why-is-my-download-speed-is-so-slow">why is my download speed so slow</a>.</p>
<h2 id="how-to-create-a-collage-from-multiple-photos"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-create-a-collage-from-multiple-photos"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to create a collage from multiple photos</h2>
<p><img src="/images/39-4.avif" alt="How to create a collage from multiple photos" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Have you ever tried the <strong>Instagram Layout</strong> feature? This tool allows you to create Instagram Stories from your favorite photos. Here's how you can use it.</p>
<ol>
<li>To open Instagram Stories, tap the camera icon in the upper left corner of your screen.</li>
<li>Find and press the Layout icon on the left side.</li>
<li>Scroll down to see the various layout options available above the shutter button.</li>
<li>To choose the photos you want to include in your collage, tap the photo icon at the lower left.</li>
<li>After creating your collage, you can add text, music, or filters using the icons at the top of the screen.</li>
<li>Tap Your Stories to share what you have created with your followers.</li>
</ol>
<h2 id="how-to-add-multiple-images-to-an-instagram-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-add-multiple-images-to-an-instagram-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to add multiple images to an Instagram post</h2>
<p>How about adding multiple photos to a regular Instagram story? This is easier than adding multiple images to your Instagram Stories.</p>
<p>Make sure you crop and resize your pictures properly because Instagram has custom size formats. See <a href="/blog/how-to-fit-the-whole-picture-on-instagram-without-border">how to fit whole picture on Instagram without border</a> where we use our <a href="/tools/resize-image">online image resize tool</a> as an example.</p>
<h3 id="how-to-include-multiple-images-in-an-instagram-post"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#how-to-include-multiple-images-in-an-instagram-post"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>How to include multiple images in an Instagram post</h3>
<ol>
<li>Open Instagram by tapping the + button at the bottom to create a new Instagram post.</li>
<li>Tap the multiple icons in your photo gallery.</li>
<li>Choose some pictures you want to use in your post. These photos will be numbered according to the order they are chosen (which will determine the order in which your post will display them).</li>
<li>After you have finished selecting your photos, click Next.</li>
<li>You can add filters to each photo or edit them individually from the next screen.</li>
<li>Tap Next to type your caption, add hashtags, tag accounts, and add your location.</li>
<li>To post to Instagram, tap Share.</li>
</ol>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-know-if-someone-screenshots-your-instagram-story">how to know if someone screenshots your Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h2 id="why-add-multiple-photos-to-your-instagram-story"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#why-add-multiple-photos-to-your-instagram-story"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Why add multiple photos to your Instagram Story?</h2>
<p>If you're a regular Instagram user, know how to add multiple images to Instagram stories. Such a possibility will save you time and help you create Instagram stories that are visually appealing, cohesive, and collage-like. These stories will be a great way to share your passion for Instagram.</p>

<p>Are Instagram Stories not uploading? Are they stuck in an endless posting loop or showing the "Upload failed" error message?</p>
<p>Instagram Stories allow you to share photos and videos without affecting your Instagram feed's aesthetic. Stories are different from standard posts and disappear after 24 hours unless they're kept on your profile's Highlights.</p>
<p>The app, worth billions of dollars, has been continuously updating its Stories feature with new features and improvements. Stickers, music sharing, and GIFs - you name it!</p>
<p>Users can use stories to share their creativity and post updates. They are also an effective tool for digital marketing for business owners via Instagram Story Ads.</p>
<p>It would be a hassle if a story not posting on Instagram.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/what-is-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram">what is the best time to post on Instagram</a>.</p>
<p><img src="/images/38-1.webp" alt="How to fix Instagram story not uploading" loading="lazy"></p>
<h1 id="instagram-story-wont-upload-possible-solutions"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#instagram-story-wont-upload-possible-solutions"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Instagram story won't upload: possible solutions</h1>
<h2 id="check-if-there-are-issues-with-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#check-if-there-are-issues-with-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Check if there are issues with Instagram</h2>
<p>You must first determine if the problem with Instagram Story not posting is caused by Instagram. Visit some websites that monitor other websites' downtime. For example, <a href="https://downdetector.com/status/instagram/">check if Instagram is down</a>.</p>
<p>If users have problems uploading files to Instagram Story, it could be an example. The Instagram side is likely responsible for this issue. You can also follow the hashtag @instagramdown to receive updates on Instagram issues.</p>
<p><img src="/images/38-2.webp" alt="downtime fix for Instagram story not uploading issue" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>You can then see if Instagram is working on the issue. Unfortunately, Instagram doesn't have a Twitter support page, so Instagram can't update any existing problems. You should wait until the Instagram team rectifies it.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-instagram-profile-attractive">how to make Instagram profile attractive</a>.</p>
<h2 id="log-out-and-log-in-again"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#log-out-and-log-in-again"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Log out and log in again</h2>
<p>To fix the Instagram story upload failed issue, try log out of Instagram and then log back in. It's an effective solution that you can use often. Make sure to open your Instagram account before you leave.</p>
<p>Press on your profile picture at the bottom right. Next, tap the three lines icon in the top right corner and tap on Settings. Scroll down and click Log Out. Once you log out in your account, you will see the log-in page. Enter a username or password to log in to Instagram Story.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-group-on-instagram">how to make a group on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h2 id="clear-cache-data-on-your-mobile-device"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#clear-cache-data-on-your-mobile-device"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Clear cache data on your mobile device</h2>
<p>Instagram Story is sometimes not posted. You may have interesting Instagram Story content but failed to upload it. This is a possible solution if you cannot fix the problem with the above method. This method is only possible if Android is used.</p>
<p>It is easy to delete data from the app. However, it is normal that clearing the data will cause you to log out of all your Instagram accounts. Clearing the data won't delete any photos from your Instagram account.</p>
<p>Clear data from the Instagram app can be done by opening the settings of your Android and going to Apps. Next, tap on the Instagram app to open it. Next, tap on Storage. Next, tap on Clear data/storage depending on which option is available for your Android.</p>
<p>Finally, you will be able to log in to your Instagram account. The issue should be resolved by clearing your Instagram data. You can now upload content to Instagram Story.</p>
<p><img src="/images/38-3.webp" alt="clear cache to fix instagram story not uploading" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/how-to-find-someone-on-instagram-by-phone-number">how to find someone on Instagram by phone number</a>.</p>
<p>Clearing the cache may not be possible if you use an Apple device. Apple devices can't delete app data and cache. However, you can force close an app using an Apple device by tapping the bottom of the screen. Hold down until you see your app drawer.</p>
<p>You can swipe away from Instagram or any other app to re-open Instagram. Android users will have different ways to close Instagram. For example, if you're using a OnePlus or Google Pixel, swipe up from the bottom and place it in the middle.</p>
<p>You can then swipe through the Instagram app or all your apps. If you're using a Samsung, tap the menu button or three-line icon. Next, locate the Instagram app and tap to close it. Click the "Close all" button to close all of your apps at once, not just Instagram. You can then re-open Instagram to see if that works.</p>
<p>You may be interested to see the <a href="/blog/best-topics-for-blogging">best topics for blogging</a>.</p>
<h2 id="delete-the-story-and-re-upload-it-again"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#delete-the-story-and-re-upload-it-again"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Delete the story and re-upload it again</h2>
<p>Sometimes, Instagram story may stuck uploading.
This method is an unusual way to resolve the problem of Instagram Stories not posting. Re-uploading content to your Instagram Story is an option. If you are recording it live, you should save your story.</p>
<p>You can then turn off internet access to your device. The screen will display the message "Upload failed." After that, you can try again to upload the story. To save your story, tap the three dots at the right. You can then delete the story that you cannot upload and re-upload it.</p>
<h2 id="update-the-instagram-app"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#update-the-instagram-app"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Update the Instagram app</h2>
<p>Updates or a lack thereof could be a factor in in-app issues. If Instagram Stories is not posting correctly, visit the Apple App Store and Google Play Store to see if any updates are available. You should also update your Instagram app.</p>
<p>After updating it, restart your mobile device. Next, you will need to open the Instagram app and upload the story again. After that, you can update the app to fix bugs and security.</p>
<p>Some features won't work correctly if you are using the latest version of the Instagram app. However, you can still update your Instagram app if you have enough storage space.</p>
<p><img src="/images/38-4.webp" alt="update instagram app to fix instagram story not uploading" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Instagram sometimes blocks users from using a new feature simultaneously to avoid overloading the server.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-view-instagram-without-account">how to view Instagram without account</a>.</p>
<h2 id="reinstall-the-instagram-app-on-your-mobile-device"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#reinstall-the-instagram-app-on-your-mobile-device"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Reinstall the Instagram app on your mobile device</h2>
<p>Reinstalling Instagram on your mobile device is another way to resolve this problem. You will need to delete Instagram from your mobile device.
Android users can access the Play Store and search for Instagram.</p>
<p>Then, tap the Uninstall button. You can also open Settings on your iPhone. Click General, tap iPhone Storage, and then look for the Instagram application. To delete Instagram from your iPhone, tap on the Delete App button.</p>
<p>You can log out of Instagram by deleting the app. You can reinstall the Instagram app if you delete it. Then, re-open the Instagram app and try again to upload the story you wish to share.</p>
<p>You may find interesting an article on <a href="/blog/how-to-fit-the-whole-picture-on-instagram-without-border">how to fit whole picture on Instagram without border</a>.</p>
<h2 id="reload-your-internet-connection"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#reload-your-internet-connection"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Reload your Internet connection</h2>
<p><img src="/images/38-5.avif" alt="reloading internet connection to fix instagram story not uploading" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>If none of the solutions work, your internet connection could be the reason too. Sometimes, an internet connection problem can slow down the performance of applications. For example, you can turn the Wi-Fi router off for about 10-15 seconds, then turn it back on. If you wonder <a href="/blog/why-is-my-download-speed-is-so-slow">why is my download speed so slow</a>, check <a href="/blog/why-is-my-download-speed-is-so-slow">this</a> guide.</p>
<p>You can turn off cellular data for a time and then turn it on again after a few seconds. If you're using public Wi-Fi, switch to another Wi-Fi network. Doing this will help you to solve your problem. Then, you can upload your content to Instagram Story.</p>
<p>Instagram Story is not posted for many reasons. For example, you could have a slow internet connection or an error on Instagram. Or, you might have an old Instagram app.</p>

<p>What is the best time to upload to Instagram? What about the best day in the week to get the most likes? Which day has the most comments?
Continue reading to discover the best time to post to Instagram. This universal best time works for everyone. And how to find your own unique best times to post to Instagram (because every business and audience is impressive).</p>
<h2 id="searching-for-ideal-time-to-post-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#searching-for-ideal-time-to-post-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Searching for ideal time to post on Instagram</h2>
<p>Each brand may have its own Instagram niche. In addition, each brand targets a different audience with different behavior patterns and social media posts. However, some best practices can be followed that will yield excellent results.</p>
<p>Because the Instagram algorithm prioritizes recency, it is essential to post when your followers are online. If all else is equal, a recent post will appear higher in the newsfeed than an older post.</p>
<p><img src="/images/35-2.webp" alt="Searching for ideal time to post on Instagram" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>When it comes to optimizing posts for success, recency is one of the easiest and fastest wins. We have many more tips for getting Instagram likes if you are interested.</p>
<p>It's essential to understand your goals for your Instagram Marketing Strategy. Are you aiming to increase awareness, drive traffic, or get better engagement? How do you define success? When have your posts been successful in the past? Your past success is a guideline for what you should post.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-find-deleted-instagram-posts">how to find deleted Instagram posts</a>.</p>
<h2 id="best-time-to-post-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post on Instagram</h2>
<p>We combined data from over 30,000 Instagram posts by businesses of all sizes with our observations and experiments posting to a 200k-follower audience to find the best time to post to Instagram.</p>
<p><img src="/images/35-3.webp" alt="Best time to post on Instagram on wednesday" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Our research showed that Instagram users are more likely to interact with content in the middle of the week and on the weekends. So it makes sense. It's a great time to scroll and take a break.</p>
<p>Weekends are more popular than weekdays. We believe this is because people are more active outdoors and not on their phones scrolling on Instagram.</p>
<p>Read our article on <a href="/blog/how-to-find-someone-on-instagram-by-phone-number">how to find someone on Instagram by phone number</a>.</p>
<h3 id="best-time-to-post-to-instagram-on-monday"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-to-instagram-on-monday"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post to Instagram on Monday</h3>
<p>The best time to upload to Instagram is at 12:00 PM on Monday. Most Instagrammers like to start the week strong at work, but by lunchtime, they turn to their Instagram feeds to take a break.</p>
<h3 id="best-time-to-post-instagram-photos-on-tuesdays"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-instagram-photos-on-tuesdays"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post Instagram photos on Tuesdays</h3>
<p>Tuesday is the best time to post an Instagram photo. It is between 9:00 and 10:00 AM. However, engagement peaks at 9:00 AM.</p>
<h3 id="best-time-to-post-on-instagram-on-wednesdays"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-on-instagram-on-wednesdays"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post on Instagram on Wednesdays</h3>
<p>On Wednesday at 11:00 am , the best time to upload on Instagram is Accounts seem to receive the most engagement on Wednesday.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-know-if-someone-screenshots-your-instagram-story">how to know if someone screenshots your Instagram story</a>.</p>
<h3 id="best-time-to-post-instagram-photos-is-on-thursdays"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-instagram-photos-is-on-thursdays"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post Instagram photos is on Thursdays</h3>
<p>On Thursday, 12:00 PM is the best time to upload on Instagram. Engagement is most vital on weekdays between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.</p>
<h3 id="best-time-to-post-instagram-photos-on-fridays"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-instagram-photos-on-fridays"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post Instagram photos on Fridays</h3>
<p>2:00PM Friday is the best day to post to Instagram. Still, engagement is relatively consistent between 7 AM and 2:00 PM throughout the morning and afternoon.</p>
<h3 id="best-time-to-post-on-instagram-on-saturdays"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-on-instagram-on-saturdays"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post on Instagram on Saturdays</h3>
<p>Around 9:00 AM, Saturday is the best day to post Instagram photos before people start planning their weekend offline.</p>
<h3 id="sunday-is-the-best-time-to-publish-pictures"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#sunday-is-the-best-time-to-publish-pictures"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Sunday is the best time to publish pictures</h3>
<p>Instagram's best time to post is at 7:00 PM on Sunday. Engagement is pretty consistent all afternoon and evening from 12:00 PM to 8:00 pm.
Suppose you are just getting started on Instagram and don't have any past data or insights about your audience.</p>
<p><img src="/images/35-4.webp" alt="best day to publish pictures on Instagram is Sunday" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>In that case, you might try posting at the times we tested and see if it works. Then, you might adjust your posting schedule as your account grows to best suit your audience's Instagram activity patterns. This is how Hootsuite determines the best times to post to your Instagram account.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/what-does-forward-mean-on-instagram">what does forward mean on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h2 id="best-time-to-post-instagram-reels"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#best-time-to-post-instagram-reels"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Best time to post Instagram Reels</h2>
<p>Reels are a great way to increase your Instagram followers' engagement. It's been proven hows Reels get 300% more engagement than regular YouTube videos.</p>
<p>We've found that the best time for Reels to be posted is 9AM and 12PM, Monday through Thursday.</p>
<p>You might want to know <a href="/blog/how-to-fit-the-whole-picture-on-instagram-without-border">how to fit whole picture on Instagram without border</a>.</p>
<h3 id="additional-tips-to-help-you-find-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#additional-tips-to-help-you-find-the-best-time-to-post-on-instagram"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Additional tips to help you find the best time to post on Instagram</h3>
<h4 id="check-out-your-top-performing-posts"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#check-out-your-top-performing-posts"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Check out your top-performing posts</h4>
<p>Consider the type of performance that you are aiming for. For example, is it brand awareness or engagement? Depending on which one is more important, your approach to timing Instagram posts may differ.</p>
<p><img src="/images/35-5.webp" alt="find the best time to post on Instagram: see statistics" loading="lazy"></p>
<p>Which of your past posts has received high views? What date did you publish them? Are these different from those that earn likes?
Your Instagram analytics will be your best source for truth. You should know that not all analytics tools will be the same. Some social media management tools may help you to avoid heavy data crunching.</p>
<p>Read also <a href="/blog/how-to-view-instagram-without-account">how to view Instagram without account</a>.</p>
<h4 id="find-out-when-your-audience-is-online-most-active"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#find-out-when-your-audience-is-online-most-active"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Find out when your audience is online most active</h4>
<p>Next, take a look at your analytics and determine when your followers scroll through their feeds.</p>
<p>Knowing your audience is essential for marketers. For example, you might target basketball fans via Instagram. Their social media habits may differ from the salespeople who wake up at 4AM to go to their running routine.</p>
<h4 id="take-into-account-when-your-competition-is-posting"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#take-into-account-when-your-competition-is-posting"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Take into account when your competition is posting</h4>
<p>Your industry may have its calculations and experiments. Social listening, or even a complete social, competitive analysis, helps keep an eye on the audience in your industry.</p>
<p>Tip: Many brands post at the hour mark. Consider posting a few minutes after or before 08:00 to avoid competing for shelf space.</p>
<p>Read also about <a href="/blog/how-to-make-group-on-instagram">how to make a group on Instagram</a>.</p>
<h4 id="post-in-your-audiences-time-zone"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#post-in-your-audiences-time-zone"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Post in your audience's time zone</h4>
<p>You may have a global audience or are located outside the "usual time zones" (we see you, Mumbai, how you going Sydney?). Your best time to publish might be at 3 a.m.</p>
<p>Instead of setting too harsh alarms, we recommend automating your Instagram posts.</p>
<h4 id="monitor-and-adjust"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#monitor-and-adjust"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Monitor and adjust</h4>
<p>Optimizing Instagram posts for success is not an easy task. It takes more than choosing the right filter. On the other hand, it's easy to make sure your content reaches the right people by crunching the numbers every quarter. It's easier than learning videography and writing skills - though both are highly recommended.</p>
<p>Cohen pointed out that people are less likely to commute or take a break during the pandemic. In addition, B2B customers are more on their phones, as evidenced by the spread of Instagram usage throughout the day.</p>
<p>The world changes, and audience habits change. Hence, make a reminder on your calendar to review your results, make adjustments, and then go.</p>
<p>See also <a href="/blog/how-to-make-instagram-profile-attractive">how to make Instagram profile attractive</a>.</p>
<h4 id="be-consistent-over-the-long-term"><a aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" href="#be-consistent-over-the-long-term"><span class="icon icon-link"></span></a>Be consistent over the long-term</h4>
<p>It's essential to be consistent in your posting to reap the benefits of all that information about your audience. So although you won't notice a dramatic difference by posting an hour earlier than usual, consistent use of the data will significantly impact your audience.</p>
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<p>It's a circle that works:</p>
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<li>Your audience sees your brand popping up on their feeds.</li>
<li>They like your content.</li>
<li>They interact with it.</li>
<li>Being consistent on Instagram builds trust and credibility. It also creates meaningful relationships.</li>
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<p>The algorithm will notice if you are authentically connecting with your audience. This will have a positive impact on your bottom line.</p>