{"id":12467,"date":"2025-10-03T08:14:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-03T08:14:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/?p=12467"},"modified":"2025-10-03T08:14:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T08:14:37","slug":"how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Repost a Story on Instagram"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We&#8217;ve all been there: see a cool Insta Story, screenshot it, and post it as our own, only to realize we upset the creator. That&#8217;s because we don&#8217;t know how to repost a story on Instagram properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe the post is private, you weren&#8217;t tagged, or the &#8220;Add to Story&#8221; button&#8217;s gone. For most people, screenshotting is a quick fix. But is it the right way to do that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we&#8217;ll walk you through how to repost someone&#8217;s Instagram story respectfully and within Instagram&#8217;s guidelines. Let&#8217;s get into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents :<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#Can_I_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram\" title=\"Can I Repost a Story on Instagram?\">Can I Repost a Story on Instagram?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#When_Should_I_Repost_an_Instagram_Story\" title=\"When Should I Repost an Instagram Story?\">When Should I Repost an Instagram Story?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#1_Another_Creator_Tags_You_in_Their_Story\" title=\"1. Another Creator Tags You in Their Story\">1. Another Creator Tags You in Their Story<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#2_Your_Fans_Show_Their_Support\" title=\"2. Your Fans Show Their Support\">2. Your Fans Show Their Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#3_Promoting_Your_Upcoming_Content\" title=\"3. Promoting Your Upcoming Content\">3. Promoting Your Upcoming Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#4_Reposting_UGC\" title=\"4. Reposting UGC\">4. Reposting UGC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#5_Celebrating_Milestones\" title=\"5. Celebrating Milestones\">5. Celebrating Milestones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#6_Supporting_Fellow_Creators\" title=\"6. Supporting Fellow Creators\">6. Supporting Fellow Creators<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#How_to_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram\" title=\"How to Repost a Story on Instagram\">How to Repost a Story on Instagram<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#From_Your_Instagram_DM\" title=\"From Your Instagram DM\">From Your Instagram DM<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#From_Your_Story_View\" title=\"From Your Story View\">From Your Story View<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#How_to_Repost_an_Instagram_Story_Without_Being_Tagged\" title=\"How to Repost an Instagram Story Without Being Tagged\">How to Repost an Instagram Story Without Being Tagged<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#Screenshot_Method\" title=\"Screenshot Method\">Screenshot Method<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#Screen_Recording_Method\" title=\"Screen Recording Method\">Screen Recording Method<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#Using_Third-Party_Apps\" title=\"Using Third-Party Apps\">Using Third-Party Apps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#How_Do_You_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram_from_Archive\" title=\"How Do You Repost a Story on Instagram from Archive\">How Do You Repost a Story on Instagram from Archive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#Why_Cant_I_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram\" title=\"Why Can&#8217;t I Repost a Story on Instagram?\">Why Can&#8217;t I Repost a Story on Instagram?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#Tips_for_Effective_Story_Reposting\" title=\"Tips for Effective Story Reposting\">Tips for Effective Story Reposting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-repost-a-story-on-instagram\/#How_to_Repost_Instagram_Story_A_Wrap_Up\" title=\"How to Repost Instagram Story: A Wrap Up\">How to Repost Instagram Story: A Wrap Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram\"><\/span>Can I Repost a Story on Instagram?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/help.instagram.com\/1660923094227526\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">you can repost Instagram Stories<\/a>, but it&#8217;s not always straightforward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram has a built-in feature for reposting when someone tags you, but it all depends on privacy settings that both of you need to have turned on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the native feature works. If someone tags you in their story with the @mention sticker, Instagram might give you the option to reshare it. Without a tag, no automatic reposting capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But even with a tag, the original poster must have the &#8220;Allow people to share your content&#8221; setting enabled in their Privacy settings. If it&#8217;s off, that repost button won&#8217;t show up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"506\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Before-you-know-how-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-you-need-to-enable-the-sharing-feature-506x1024.webp\" alt=\"Before you know how to repost a story on Instagram, you need to enable the sharing feature\" class=\"wp-image-12480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Before-you-know-how-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-you-need-to-enable-the-sharing-feature-506x1024.webp 506w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Before-you-know-how-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-you-need-to-enable-the-sharing-feature-148x300.webp 148w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Before-you-know-how-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-you-need-to-enable-the-sharing-feature-150x304.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Before-you-know-how-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-you-need-to-enable-the-sharing-feature-450x911.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Before-you-know-how-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-you-need-to-enable-the-sharing-feature.webp 665w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 506px) 100vw, 506px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Account type matters too. If someone with a private account tags you in their story and you both follow each other, you can repost it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, how about your repost&#8217;s reach? If your account is public, anyone can see your repost, but they can&#8217;t click through to the original private profile unless they already follow them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, keep in mind Instagram releases features unevenly. Some accounts get access to reposting tools months ahead of others, which is why your friend might do things you can&#8217;t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When Instagram&#8217;s native &#8220;Add to Your Story&#8221; feature isn&#8217;t available, you&#8217;ll have to get creative with workarounds like screenshots or screen recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/what-does-repost-mean-on-tiktok\/\">What Does Repost Mean on TikTok<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_I_Repost_an_Instagram_Story\"><\/span>When Should I Repost an Instagram Story?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you figure out how to repost a story on Instagram, let&#8217;s understand why you want to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Another_Creator_Tags_You_in_Their_Story\"><\/span>1. Another Creator Tags You in Their Story<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When another <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/content-creator\/\">content creator<\/a> tags you or gives you a shout-out, repost their story. It could be a gamer mentioning you in a stream recap or a cosplayer tagging you after a con.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reposting isn&#8217;t just sharing. It&#8217;s building connections. It shows your followers who you collaborate with and brings your creator circle to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your followers see you engaging with others, your account feels more friendly and inviting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Your_Fans_Show_Their_Support\"><\/span>2. Your Fans Show Their Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you get notifications when fans post selfies in your merch or a candid backstage shot and tag you? If so, repost them right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s good content that makes their day and helps build a community. Why? Reposting their stories shows you see and appreciate them, making them feel valued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"574\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/When-your-fans-show-their-support-you-should-repost-their-story-to-make-them-feel-valued-574x1024.webp\" alt=\"When your fans show their support, you should repost their story to make them feel valued\" class=\"wp-image-12473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/When-your-fans-show-their-support-you-should-repost-their-story-to-make-them-feel-valued-574x1024.webp 574w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/When-your-fans-show-their-support-you-should-repost-their-story-to-make-them-feel-valued-168x300.webp 168w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/When-your-fans-show-their-support-you-should-repost-their-story-to-make-them-feel-valued-150x267.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/When-your-fans-show-their-support-you-should-repost-their-story-to-make-them-feel-valued-450x802.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/When-your-fans-show-their-support-you-should-repost-their-story-to-make-them-feel-valued.webp 755w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 574px) 100vw, 574px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, sharing behind-the-scenes pics adds some personality to your feed and celebrates the fans backing you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Promoting_Your_Upcoming_Content\"><\/span>3. Promoting Your Upcoming Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Got a big live stream, event, or new content on the way? When someone teases your plans, like a friend tagging you in a countdown or a creator sharing your poster, don&#8217;t wait to repost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s a quick way to remind your audience and keep the excitement alive without being pushy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s a game stream, fan meetup, Q&amp;A, or collab, sharing these stories boosts awareness and gets people ready to join in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Reposting_UGC\"><\/span>4. Reposting UGC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes your fans go the extra mile, like creating art, memes, or edits inspired by your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reposting this with the artist&#8217;s permission and proper credit shows you see their grind and hype up their creativity. It validates the time and passion they put in, and sharing it can make their day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, sharing UGC keeps your feed lively and diverse without doing all the work yourself. Plus, it adds honest, enthusiastic content that&#8217;s hard to fake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Celebrating_Milestones\"><\/span>5. Celebrating Milestones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you reach a follower milestone, win an award, or complete a big project? If someone congratulates you or shares fan art and tags you, it&#8217;s a great moment to reshare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These moments matter. They highlight your growth, your effort, and your connection with your followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can&#8217;t use the &#8220;Add to Story&#8221; option, you can still give a shout-out by using a screenshot with their permission<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-story-ideas\/\">Instagram Story Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Supporting_Fellow_Creators\"><\/span>6. Supporting Fellow Creators<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a friend posts about their new game stream, think about sharing it. Reposting isn&#8217;t about taking credit. It&#8217;s about helping them reach more viewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing also shows your followers what inspires you. It makes your community feel collaborative, not competitive. That boosts support and good vibes all around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And who knows? The creators you shout out might return the favor when you post something that needs a boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram\"><\/span>How to Repost a Story on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to repost a story on Instagram when you&#8217;ve been tagged. Just follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Your_Instagram_DM\"><\/span>From Your Instagram DM<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When someone tags you in their Instagram story, you&#8217;ll receive a direct message. Follow these steps to repost that story:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"how to repost Instagram story, you can check on your Insta DM first\" class=\"wp-image-12489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-450x450.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-Instagram-story-you-can-check-on-your-Insta-DM-first-1200x1200.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open your Instagram app and check the top right corner. You&#8217;ll see the paper airplane icon, possibly with a red dot showing a number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the DM icon to see your inbox<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for a message saying, &#8220;Username mentioned you in their story.&#8221; It&#8217;ll include a small preview thumbnail of the story where you&#8217;re tagged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on the message to see the full story. At the bottom, you&#8217;ll find a blue button that says &#8220;Add This to Your Story.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hit that button to open Instagram&#8217;s story editor. From there, you can resize the repost by pinching, move it around, and add stickers or text to make it your own.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you&#8217;re happy with it, tap &#8220;Your Story&#8221; in the bottom left to share it with your followers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"You can open your DM and tap on Add to Your Story option\" class=\"wp-image-12472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-450x300.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-open-your-DM-and-tap-on-Add-to-Your-Story-option-1200x800.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: YouTube Trevor Nace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Your_Story_View\"><\/span>From Your Story View<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can repost a story on Instagram not just through DMs. When you&#8217;re scrolling through story bubbles and someone tags you, you have the option to reshare that post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Give that @mention a quick tap o Instagram will show you a popup with &#8220;Add This to Your Story&#8221; option<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose that option to go back to the editor. There, you can tweak anything\u2014from moving items around, adding emojis, or writing a thank-you note.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once it&#8217;s looking perfect, hit &#8220;Your Story&#8221; to broadcast your story repost to your followers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-save-instagram-story-with-music\/\">How to Save Instagram Story with Music<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Repost_an_Instagram_Story_Without_Being_Tagged\"><\/span>How to Repost an Instagram Story Without Being Tagged<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your friend posted a great story on Instagram about his gaming session on Twitch, but they didn&#8217;t tag you. So, how do you repost a story on Instagram when that happens?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Screenshot_Method\"><\/span>Screenshot Method<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to repost a photo story on Instagram using a screenshot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"693\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-1024x693.webp\" alt=\"how to repost an Instagram story without tagging, you can screenshot it manually and repost\" class=\"wp-image-12477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-1024x693.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-300x203.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-768x520.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-1536x1040.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-2048x1387.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-150x102.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-450x305.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-an-Instagram-story-without-tagging-you-can-screenshot-it-manually-and-repost-1200x813.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send a direct message to ask, &#8220;Can I repost your story?&#8221; even before taking any screenshots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once they say yes, just open Instagram and find the story you want to share.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can then take a screenshot. On iPhone, press the side button plus volume up, while on Android, press the power button plus volume down. Or three-finger shortcuts on some phones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The screenshot saves automatically to your phone&#8217;s gallery. You can check to make sure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open your Instagram app again. Swipe right or tap the plus icon in the top left to start a new story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the gallery icon in the bottom left corner of the story camera to see your saved photos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the screenshot. It&#8217;ll open in your story editor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can then add text, stickers, or GIFs to personalize your story. Don&#8217;t forget to credit the original creator by tagging their @username.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap &#8220;Your Story&#8221; at the bottom left to share with your followers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--1024x734.webp\" alt=\"how to repost someone's Instagram story? You can take a screenshot and repost with mention feature\" class=\"wp-image-12475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--1024x734.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--300x215.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--768x550.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--1536x1100.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--2048x1467.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--150x107.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--450x322.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-repost-someones-Instagram-story-You-can-take-a-screenshot-and-repost-with-mention-feature--1200x860.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/does-instagram-notify-when-you-screenshot\/\">Does Instagram Notify When You Screenshot a Story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Screen_Recording_Method\"><\/span>Screen Recording Method<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take a screenshot of a photo or video as a photo story. But how do you repost a story on Instagram as a video story?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"772\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Not-only-with-the-screenshot-you-can-also-screen-record-the-video-story-and-repost-it.webp\" alt=\"Not only with the screenshot, you can also screen record the video story and repost it\" class=\"wp-image-12474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Not-only-with-the-screenshot-you-can-also-screen-record-the-video-story-and-repost-it.webp 772w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Not-only-with-the-screenshot-you-can-also-screen-record-the-video-story-and-repost-it-248x300.webp 248w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Not-only-with-the-screenshot-you-can-also-screen-record-the-video-story-and-repost-it-768x928.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Not-only-with-the-screenshot-you-can-also-screen-record-the-video-story-and-repost-it-150x181.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Not-only-with-the-screenshot-you-can-also-screen-record-the-video-story-and-repost-it-450x544.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 772px) 100vw, 772px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always ask the original creator for permission before sharing their video story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you have it, start screen recording to capture your video story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find the screen record button in your phone&#8217;s notification menu or control center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play the video story you want to share, then tap the record button to start. You&#8217;ll see a timer counting up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When the video ends, pull down the menu or control center and tap the button again to stop. Your recording will be to your gallery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open your gallery, find the clip, and trim out what you don&#8217;t need.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open Instagram app again, swipe right to make a new story, and tap the gallery icon to pick your edited video.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once it loads, tap the sticker icon to add a mention or use the text tool to tag the original creator with their @username.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add any last touches for that story, then hit &#8220;Your Story&#8221; to post.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Third-Party_Apps\"><\/span>Using Third-Party Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to think twice before using this method. Many third-party apps promise to help you with reposting Instagram stories like Repost+, Reposta, and more. Make sure you use the secure apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"777\" height=\"439\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Apps-like-Repost-can-help-you-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram.webp\" alt=\"Apps like Repost+ can help you to repost a story on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-12481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Apps-like-Repost-can-help-you-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram.webp 777w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Apps-like-Repost-can-help-you-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Apps-like-Repost-can-help-you-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-768x434.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Apps-like-Repost-can-help-you-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-150x85.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Apps-like-Repost-can-help-you-to-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-450x254.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 777px) 100vw, 777px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After downloading and opening the app, log in with your Instagram details. That&#8217;s why choosing a trusted app is important.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open your Insta app and look for stories you want to repost. Tap the paper airplane icon at the bottom of the story. Choose copy link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The app detects when you copy a link and instantly shows a preview of the story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the option to download that story<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open Instagram, swipe right to start a new story, and upload the content you saved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-add-a-link-to-instagram-story\/\">How to Add Link to Instagram Story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram_from_Archive\"><\/span>How Do You Repost a Story on Instagram from Archive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, what if you want to repost a story from your Archive or an old Instagram story?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"how do I repost a story on Instagram from Archive, go to your Archive settings first\" class=\"wp-image-12478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-450x450.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-do-I-repost-a-story-on-Instagram-from-Archive-go-to-your-Archive-settings-first-1200x1200.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tap your profile icon at the bottom right of your feed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the menu in the top right and select Settings and Activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Activity, then choose Archive to see your past posts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure the Story Archive is selected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll through and tap the story you want to reshare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the Share button to open the editor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add music, stickers, or text to personalize your story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Your Story to repost that story.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"You can repost your old story on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-12471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-450x450.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2025\/10\/You-can-repost-your-old-story-on-Instagram-1200x1200.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Cant_I_Repost_a_Story_on_Instagram\"><\/span>Why Can&#8217;t I Repost a Story on Instagram?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you&#8217;ve followed all the steps on how to repost a story on Instagram, you might still run into problems. Often, it&#8217;s due to a few common cause:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>&#8220;Allow Sharing to Stories&#8221; is Off<\/strong> \u2014 If &#8220;Add to Your Story&#8221; isn&#8217;t showing even when you&#8217;re tagged, the original poster&#8217;s sharing is probably off. Find this toggle in <strong>Sharing and Reuse<\/strong>. When off, Instagram blocks the automatic repost feature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not Tagged in the Story<\/strong> \u2014 Instagram&#8217;s repost only works if you&#8217;re @mentioned with a tag sticker. Without that, the &#8220;Add to Your Story&#8221; button won&#8217;t appear in DMs. You&#8217;ll need to use a manual method like screenshotting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private Account Restrictions<\/strong> \u2014 Reposts from private accounts are visible only to mutual followers. If you&#8217;re tagged, the feature may still show up, but it can be blocked due to settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Story Already Expired<\/strong> \u2014 Stories last 24 hours, and after that, you can&#8217;t repost with Instagram&#8217;s built-in feature. The &#8220;Add to Your Story&#8221; button disappears, and instant repost options are gone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdated App Version<\/strong> \u2014 If you&#8217;re not running the latest version, the repost button might not appear yet. Just update the app in your store to get the newest features and fix the issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>App Cache Problems<\/strong> \u2014 Corrupted cache can cause Instagram&#8217;s repost features to malfunction or hide &#8220;Add to Your Story.&#8221; Clear cache or reinstall the app to fix it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Feature Not Yet Available<\/strong> \u2014 Instagram introduces new features gradually. Some accounts get them months early, so you might not see certain reposting options that your friends already enjoy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mention Added After Posting<\/strong> \u2014 If someone adds your @mention after you post, it may delay or block the repost button. Try refreshing, waiting a few minutes, or using a screenshot as backup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restricted Relationship<\/strong> \u2014 If you&#8217;ve blocked, been blocked, or either account is restricted, you can&#8217;t repost an Instagram story. The &#8220;Add to Your Story&#8221; button won&#8217;t appear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instagram Server Issues<\/strong> \u2014 Temporary outages can disable reposting features. Check official channels or sites like DownDetector to see if others are affected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Effective_Story_Reposting\"><\/span>Tips for Effective Story Reposting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know how to repost a story on Instagram and when to do it, it&#8217;s helpful to learn some tips for making your reposts more effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Credit the Creator<\/strong> \u2014 Wouldn&#8217;t it feel great if someone shared your work and tagged you? You should do it too for others. Always give credit. This is how to repost a story on Instagram properly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Always ask permission<\/strong> \u2014 You must DM users before sharing content, especially from private accounts or posts you weren&#8217;t tagged in. Asking shows professionalism and respect for their work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Personalize each shares<\/strong> \u2014 Don&#8217;t just repost and walk away. Add your thoughts, stickers, or context to make it engaging. Sharing with a personal touch makes your story stand out and feel authentic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be selective<\/strong> \u2014 Think quality over quantity. Only share stories that vibe with your brand or style. If something feels off, skip it. That&#8217;s how to repost an Instagram story for your audiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t over-repost<\/strong> \u2014 Flooding your stories with reposts? That&#8217;s the last thing you want. It annoys followers and make your page look spammy. Mx it up with your own content for the best vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Act quickly on tagged content<\/strong> \u2014 When someone tags you, especially from your fellow creators or brands you work with as an influencer, respond quickly. It shows you&#8217;re engaged and professional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time your reposts well<\/strong> \u2014 Acting quickly doesn&#8217;t mean reposting someone&#8217;s story at 2 a.m. or when most of your followers aren&#8217;t online. Learn the best time to post on Instagram and stick to that window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Never crop out watermark<\/strong> \u2014 Watermark, logo, or credit is there for a reason. Cropping it out when reposting a story on Instagram removes the creator&#8217;s attribution, which is disrespectful and may violate copyright.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Repost_Instagram_Story_A_Wrap_Up\"><\/span>How to Repost Instagram Story: A Wrap Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you know how to repost Instagram Stories correctly, whether tagged or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key takeaway? 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