How to Repost Stories on Instagram

Reposting stories on Instagram is useful when you want to share someone’s content, highlight a moment, or repost something you were tagged in. Instagram has built-in tools for some types of reposts, while others require simple workarounds. Below is a complete, easy guide for all methods.

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✅ 1. Repost a Story When Someone Tags You

This is the simplest and official method.

Steps:

1. Open the DM notification that says you were tagged.
2. Tap “Add to Your Story.”
3. Customize it with text, stickers, or music.
4. Tap Your Story to repost.

You can only do this if the person tagged your username.

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✅ 2. Repost a Story Even If You Are Not Tagged

You cannot directly add it to your story unless the original creator has turned on “Allow Resharing to Stories.”

Steps:

1. Open the person’s story.
2. Tap the paper airplane icon (share arrow).
3. If allowed, tap “Add to Your Story.”
4. Edit and share.

If the option doesn’t appear, reposting requires permission.

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✅ 3. Repost a Story Using Screenshot or Screen Recording

This method works for public accounts or if you have permission.

For photo stories:

1. Take a screenshot.
2. Crop it.
3. Upload it to Your Story.
4. Tag them using @username.

For video stories:

1. Use your phone’s screen recorder.
2. Record the story.
3. Upload the clip to your own story.
4. Tag the creator.

This is a common method when the “Add to Story” option is not available.

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✅ 4. Repost Your Own Old Stories

Sometimes you want to reshare a memory or highlight.

Steps:

1. Go to your Profile.
2. Tap the three lines menu.
3. Open Archive → Stories Archive.
4. Select any old story.
5. Tap Share → Your Story.

Great for celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, and throwbacks.

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Conclusion

Reposting stories on Instagram is easy once you know the right method. If you are tagged, Instagram gives you a built-in repost button. If you aren’t tagged, you can still share through the “Add to Story” option—if the creator allows it.

For all other cases, screenshots and screen recordings are the simplest alternatives, as long as you respect privacy and give credit. Whether it’s your own old memory or someone else’s content, reposting helps you stay engaged and connected with your audience.