Instagram is undoubtedly one of the most powerful social media platforms to increase brand reach and drive new business — but it can be time-consuming and expensive to consistently create the type of high-quality content you need to see long-term results.
Which is why reposting on Instagram is a powerful option for brands.
But, unlike other social platforms, Instagram doesn't offer a native tool to repost. Fortunately, we've got you covered. Here, we'll show you four different free ways to repost on Instagram in a few simple steps. Let's dive in. (Interested in why brands should repost on Instagram? Skip ahead to that section.)
(Note: While these reposting apps are all free, some require you to download the app from the iOS App Store or Google Play.)
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To repost someone else's Instagram post, it’s best to obtain permission first to ensure you are not infringing on someone else’s copyright or license.
Additionally, giving the creator credit for their work is recommended. Once permissions are squared away, repost using one of the methods below.
The screenshot method doesn't require other websites to repost on Instagram. It's worth nothing that this method only works for reposting photos, not videos.
Here's how to do it.
Once you've got your screenshot, return to your Instagram account. Tap the "new post button" in the top right of your Instagram screen (the plus sign inside a square).
Then select "Post" (other options include "Story" "Reels" or "Live").
Keep in mind that your phone will take a screenshot of everything on your screen, not just the photo you want to repost. So, be prepared to crop the sides of the screenshot to capture just the image you want to share with your followers.
After you've cropped or resized the photo to your liking (by pinching the image and then widening your fingers apart), click "Next" in the top-right of your screen.
Edit and filter the post like you would any other Instagram post.
The repost won't include a citation, so we suggest adding one by typing "@ + [username]" to credit the original poster with the photo you're reposting.
At the top you'll see a preview of your post along with space for a caption. You can choose to tag people or organizations, and add a location.
Once you've finished customizing the post with the options above, click share at the top right corner. The post will be live.
Here's how the finished product looks:
In addition to using the screenshot method, you can also use a third-party app. The options below are our favorite apps for reposting on Instagram.
Download Repost: For Instagram for iOS or Android.
The app integrates directly with Instagram so you can share content from other Instagram users from your mobile device.
Open your Instagram app and find a photo or video you'd like to repost from your own Instagram account. Tap your chosen photo from the original poster's photo gallery to see its full view, as shown below.
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Once you're on the photo's or video's landing page, tap the "..." icon in the upper-righthand corner of the post. Then, tap "Copy Link."
4. Open Repost: For Instagram.Once the photo is copied to your phone's clipboard, open Repost: For Instagram. The post you copied will automatically be on the app's inbox, as shown below.
Tap the arrow on the right hand side of the post. There, you can edit how you want the repost icon to appear on Instagram.
The app also allows you to add an Attribution mark directly on the image.
You can choose to copy the original caption to your post or add a new one later.
Next, tap "Share."
For our purposes, we'll click "Post".
Write a caption and click "OK" when finished.
When you're ready to share the post, tap "Share" as you would a regular Instagram post.
Download Reposta for Android or Apple devices to get started.
Open your Instagram and copy-and-paste the URL like you did for the instructions for Repost: For Instagram (Step #3, above).
Reposta automatically opens a URL once you've copied it.
Now, in Reposta, you can edit the attribution (including the color and positioning), as well as the caption itself.
You'll see a few options below your image. For our purposes, choose "Post to Instagram". (Alternatively, you can save the image to use on a different date.)
You have two options here: Story or Feed. Click "Feed".
Feel free to adjust the size or cropping of your image in this step. When you're ready, click "Next".
Here, you'll choose a filter and edit the image like you would any other Instagram image. When you're ready, click "Next".
Feel free to give credit to the image owner in your caption — but remember you've also given them credit in the image itself.
Add a location and tag people if you'd like, and then click "Share" when you're ready.
Here's how the post appears on your Instagram profile:
DownloadGram lets Instagram users download high-resolution copies of Instagram photos and videos to repost from their own accounts. Luckily, there isn't an app you need to download to repost using this process. Here's how to do it:
Open your Instagram app and find the post you want to repost. Tap the "..." icon in the upper righthand corner of the post and click "Copy Share URL" (this button will be the same for both iOS and Android mobile devices).
Open your mobile internet browser and navigate to DownloadGram — or simply, downloadgram.
org. Paste the URL into the text box that appears on the website's homepage. Then, tap "Download."
Tap the "Download Image" button that appears further down DownloadGram's homepage.
You'll be directed to a new webpage with the content ready to download. Tap the download icon — the box with an upward-facing arrow, as shown below — then tap "save image."
Return to your Instagram app. The image will be saved to your phone's native camera roll, so edit it as you would any other Instagram post.
The repost won't include a citation, so we suggest adding one by typing "@ + [username]" to credit the original poster with the photo or video. Then, press "Share." Here's how the post appears on your Instagram profile:
Open the instagram app and find the photo or video you'd like to add to your story.You should see a draft of your story. Use the icons at the top to modify text, color, stickers and other animations.
You also have the option to click "close friends" on the right, bottom corner (shown above) if you only want a select group to view your story.
Once you click "Your story" you'll see the option to click "Share" to repost your image to your Instagram Story.
With stories, the same best practices should be followed as for sharing a post. If you don’t know the person and suspect the content you’d like to re-share might be licensed material, ask for permission first. Give credit to the original posters whenever possible.
First of all, it's important to understand the benefits of reposting images and videos.
Simply put, it takes a lot of time, effort, and resources to consistently create high-quality social content. And since most marketers post between 3-4 times per week, it's vital you have a backlog of content to keep up with demand.
Additionally, user-generated content (UGC) performs exceptionally well. In fact, 90% of consumers say UGC holds more influence over their buying decisions than promotional emails and even search engine results.
Reposting to Instagram can help you highlight brand endorsements from your customers, brand loyalists, and employees. UGC is typically considered more trustworthy, since a consumer isn't gaining anything by promoting your product or service (unless it's an advertisement) — they're just doing it to tell their audiences that they like your product.
For instance, consider the power of Warby Parker reposting this funny image from one of its customers, @cjronson:
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A post shared by Warby Parker (@warbyparker)
Not only does the image likely appeal to Warby Parker customers, but it ultimately makes Warby Parker marketers' jobs easier — now they don't need to create all their own content in-house.
Now that you've learned how to repost on Instagram, you can diversify your profile with content sourced from friends, family, and brands. Use the methods above — being sure to cite the source of the original post — to quickly and easily reshare your favorite content.
This article was originally published November 18, 2020 and has been updated for comprehensiveness.
Topics: Instagram Marketing
Feeling stuck on what to post on Instagram? Good news: You already have access to a treasure trove of content your audience will love, right in your Instagram Feed.
In this post, we’re showing you what, why, and how to repost on Instagram…
…not one, not two, but seven different ways. Between photos, videos, Stories, and Reels, there are lots of options. Let’s dive in.
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Reposting on Instagram is a way to ride the momentum of conversations that are already getting lots of engagement among your followers and target audience. It’s a win for both you and the original poster as it garners engagement for you and widens their own exposure.
Here are some of the specific benefits of reposting on Instagram:
Repost anything that sparks interest from your audience.
Here’s who you can repost from:
As you’ll see in each of the instructions below, you’ll always want to tag the original poster and mention them in your caption.
The easiest way to repost Instagram photos to your Feed is the screenshot method.
Step 1: Screenshot the Instagram photo you want to repost.
Step 2: Tap the “new post” button in the top right corner of your Instagram app. When presented with the different content format options, choose “post.”
Step 3: Choose the image from your gallery.
Step 4: Use Instagram’s native cropping tool to resize the image. If you use a certain filter for your feed, you can add it to the photo (if you add filters using third-party apps, you’d edit the screenshot prior to clicking “new post”).
Step 5: Tag the original poster in the photo, then clearly credit them again in your Instagram caption.
Step 6: Tap “share” and wait for users to start engaging.
P.S. You might also be interested in these 73 creative Instagram Story ideas or these 32 free Instagram Story templates!
Step 1: Find the photo you want to repost.
Step 2: Tap “Add post to your Story.”
Step 3: Select who you want to see your Story.
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What better way to promote your Instagram than through other people? To share posts you’ve been tagged in, the original poster must have their account set to public and the Instagram Sharing Story feature enabled.
Step 1: Check your direct messages to find the Story you’ve been tagged in.
Step 2: After opening the message, you’ll see a button on the message that says “Add this to your Story.”
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Step 3: At this point, you can edit the story by adding GIFs, stickers, drawings, or a typed message. Once you’re satisfied with your masterpiece, tap “next.”
Step 4: Now it’s time to choose who will see your Story.
You can add it to your public Story, your Close Friends list, or DM it to a single account.
To repost an Instagram story you aren’t tagged in, you’ll have to either screenshot or use a third-party app like Ming. This also only works if the original poster’s account is public.
Step 1: Tap the Story poster’s username to visit their profile and then tap the three dots in the top right corner of the screen.
Step 2: Click “Copy Profile URL.”
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Step 3: Open Ming and select “Paste Link.”
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Step 4: Customize the repost tag according to your preferences.
Step 5: Press “Share”. This will automatically open the repost on Instagram.
Step 6: Select “Story” and press “Send.”
Useful and even entertaining videos make great content to post on Instagram, even if you didn’t create them (but ONLY if you tag the original poster, and only if you do this sparingly).
This method for sharing an Instagram video to your Story also works with photo posts. It goes like this:
Step 1: Find the video you want to repost.
Step 2: Tap the paper airplane button below the video (right next to the like and comment icons).
Step 3: A pop-up menu will appear. Tap “Add post to your Story.”
Step 4: The video will appear as a Story draft. Customize the story by adding text, stickers, hashtags, etc. If you tap the video, you can show the original caption in your Story as well.
Didn’t find something you liked in our 18 awesome Reels ideas? There are three options for reposting an Instagram Reel. Sharing the Reel to your Story is the easiest option. Simply tap the paper airplane icon and follow the same steps you would when adding an Instagram video to your Story.
To repost a Reel directly to your profile, you can either screen record or use a third-party app.
For the screen recording method, follow these steps:
Step 1: Screen record the Instagram Reel you want to repost.
Step 2: Head to your camera roll to crop out the background. We just want the video content.
Step 3: Tap the “New Post” button in the top right corner of your Instagram app. When presented with the different content format options, choose “Reel”.
Step 4: Use Instagram’s native trimming tool to edit the video, making sure to cut out any footage from before and after the video started playing in your screen recording.
If you use a certain filter for your feed, you can add it to the video (if you add filters using third-party apps, you’d edit the screen recording prior to tapping “New Post”).
Step 5: Clearly credit the original poster in your caption copy.
Step 6: Tap “Share” and wait for users to start engaging.
To add an Instagram Reel to your Feed without screen recording, you’ll need to download the Repost app then follow the steps below.
Instagram repost apps aren’t one size fits all. Different apps have different features. Play around to see which one works best for your content strategy. In addition to the two already mentioned (Repost app from the App Store and Ming from the App Store), here are some Instagram repost apps we recommend you try out:
Reposta on Google Play is super straightforward.
It features a short list of instructions on the launch screen to guide you through the reposting process. Additionally, you get a few options for pasting a link, grabbing the link from Instagram, or sharing directly to the app.
Repost for Instagram app for iPad gives you two interface options: compact for adjusting the image you’re reposting and expanded so you can see the image and caption all in one place. You can also adjust the color and position of the original poster’s watermark, which is pretty neat.
Regrann on Google Play is a solid option for users who repost often and want to try out four different reposting modes. You can save the repost to your camera roll or share directly to Instagram. There are a few “quick modes” that streamline the reposting process according to your preferences.
Now you can repost your heart out, seven different ways! But don’t get carried away—most of your content should be your own original content.
And as always, be sure to credit the original poster!
Here are the quick steps only, without the screenshots.
How to repost on Instagram: photo to Feed
How to repost on Instagram: photo to Story
How to repost an Instagram Story you’re tagged in
How to repost an Instagram Story you aren’t tagged in
How to repost a video to your Story
How to repost a Reel to your Story
How to repost a Reel to your Feed
How to repost a Reel without screen recording
The Instagram Stories* section is amazing with so many possibilities. Among them there are functions without which the SMM manager is like without hands. Let's talk about simple but effective: how to share a story on Instagram*, post an IGTV announcement or a post there.
Let's figure out what exactly you can repost in your stories:
Let's see how it works.
When your account is tagged in a story, a tag notification will be sent to your private messages. It also contains an active "Add Story" link to click on.
The standard window for editing Stories will open. Optionally, you can add a link (available for accounts with more than 10,000 followers), stickers, text, and filters.
Next, send the post to your stories. Done - you are amazing!
To share your or someone else's post on your story, click on the airplane icon below the post and select "Add post to your Story". The story editing page will open, where you can add a link, stickers, and more.
Share the post in your Story and enjoyBy the way, if you don't want your stories to be reposted all in a row, disable this feature in the settings.
Find Stories in the Privacy section, manage reposts there The principle here is the same as for posts. If you want to share, for example, a cool live stream, start watching in the IGTV section of the blogger who hosted it, click the plane below the video and select "Add video to your Story.
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For those who like to work from a computer, the SMMplanner delayed posting service allows you to repost posts in the Stories of any of your Instagram accounts*.
Start planning your Story with the click of a button Select the account where you want to post in the StoryGo to the "Stickers" tab and select the "Post" sticker Posts of your account have opened, select the one you need Done. Position the main image of the post and publishIf you select a project with several accounts, you will be able to announce the post of one account in the History of another.
Read more about delayed posting of Stories with cool design in the article “Delayed Instagram* Stories Constructor by SMMplanner”.
Reposts on Instagram* is a useful feature for effective work on account content:
We recommend doing this immediately or 4 hours after the release of the post. Everyone who missed the appearance of the publication in the feed will see the announcement in the stories. Use catchy headlines to keep users interested. The article has been updated. First published: October 3, 2018
Developers delight users by making Instagram functionality richer every year.
Although one of the options that many subscribers are waiting for is still not appearing in the social network service. It's about reposts. Yes, in the application from the official there is still no opportunity to share other people's publications in your feed.
However, there are always workarounds and tricks. Therefore, if you want to know how to repost an Instagram video to your page, you are in the right place. Let's figure out how to show your subscribers the post of a friend or acquaintance of a blogger. Go!
So, how can you share someone else's post on your page? There are two popular ways:
They are very different, so let's look at how to place a video in your feed using each of them separately.
It should be noted right away that it is suitable only for those who are going to share the news not on Instagram, but on their website, in social network messages or blogs. If you are satisfied with this, please follow the steps below:
Done, you now have a shareable link on your clipboard. For example, consider how to send her friend a message on Vkontakte. You need:
By clicking on the preview of the video, your friend will be able to go to the publication page.
Note. The same can be done on the phone. Only instead of the "Insert" button, select "Share via ...".
If you plan to repost to your profile, you will have to tinker a bit. You will need:
If everything is there, then let's not hesitate and move on from words to deeds. To share an interesting note with your friends, repeat the step-by-step instructions below:
Everything, the most difficult is over, now you need to publish the news in your feed. To do this:
Interesting.
SuperSave is a free utility available on Android platforms. It allows you to download from Insta not only video clips, but also pictures.
There are alternative ways to repost on Instagram. For example, using special utilities. Namely:
For convenience of choice, let's consider how to work in each of them.
Repost for Instagram:
FastSave:
InShot Video Downloader:
Done. The great advantages of these programs are that:
As it turned out, reposting a video on Instagram to your page is still real.
