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How to Save and Download Instagram Stories

Instagram stories are one of the most popular features of the social media platform, allowing users to share ephemeral photos and videos that disappear after 24 hours. But what if you want to save or download these stories for later viewing, sharing, or editing? In this article, we will show you how to do that in two different ways, depending on whether you want to save your own stories or someone else’s.

Introduction

What are Instagram stories and why you might want to save them

Instagram stories are short-lived posts that appear at the top of your feed and last for only 24 hours. They can include photos, videos, stickers, filters, text, music, polls, quizzes, and more. You can also view the stories of other users that you follow, as well as public accounts that you don’t follow.

There are many reasons why you might want to save or download Instagram stories, such as:

• You want to keep a copy of your own stories for future reference or nostalgia.
• You want to repost or share someone else’s stories on your own account or another platform.
• You want to edit or remix someone else’s stories for creative purposes.
• You want to watch someone else’s stories offline or without them knowing.

How to save your own Instagram stories

If you want to save your own Instagram stories, you have two options: you can either save them automatically or manually. To save them automatically, you need to go to your settings and enable the options to save stories to your gallery or camera roll and to your archive. To save them manually, you need to tap on the three dots at the bottom right of the story you want to save and select the save option.

How to download Instagram stories from other users

Method 1: Use a third-party app or website

Pros and cons of this method

One way to download Instagram stories from other users is to use a third-party app or website that allows you to enter the username of the person whose stories you want to download and then provides you with a link or a file to download. Some examples of these apps or websites are StorySaver.net, Save Insta, and StoryDownloader.net.

The pros of this method are:

• You don’t need to install anything on your device.
• You can download multiple stories at once.
• You can download stories from private accounts if you follow them.

The cons of this method are:

• You need to trust the app or website with your personal data and security.
• You might encounter ads or pop-ups on the app or website.
• You might violate the privacy or intellectual property rights of the original story creator.

How to use StorySaver.net as an example

To use StorySaver.net as an example of how to download Instagram stories from other users using a third-party website, follow these steps:

1. Enter the username of the profile that you want to download Instagram stories or highlights from.
2. Scroll down to the specific Instagram story clip that you want to download.
3. Right click on the «Download» button and press «Save link as» and save it wherever you want on your computer.

Method 2: Use a screen recorder or screenshot tool</h3

Pros and cons of this method

Another way to download Instagram stories from other users is to use a screen recorder or screenshot tool on your device to capture the image or video of the story you want to download. Some examples of these tools are the built-in screen recorder or screenshot tool on your device, or third-party apps like AZ Screen Recorder or Screen Master.

The pros of this method are:

• You don’t need to enter any personal data or login credentials on any app or website.
• You can download stories from any account, public or private, as long as you can view them.
• You can edit or crop the captured image or video as you wish.

The cons of this method are:

• You need to install a screen recorder or screenshot app on your device if you don’t have one already.
• You can only download one story at a time.
• You might miss some parts of the story if it is too long or fast.

How to use the built-in screen recorder or screenshot tool on your device

To use the built-in screen recorder or screenshot tool on your device as an example of how to download Instagram stories from other users using this method, follow these steps:

1. Open the Instagram app and go to the profile of the user whose stories you want to download.
2. Swipe left to view their stories and find the one you want to download.
3. If you want to download a photo story, press the power and volume down buttons simultaneously on your device to take a screenshot. If you want to download a video story, swipe down from the top of your screen and tap on the screen recorder icon to start recording. You can also use a third-party app for this step if you prefer.
4. Once you have captured the image or video of the story, you can find it in your gallery or camera roll and edit or share it as you like.

Conclusion

Summary of the main points

In this article, we have shown you how to save and download Instagram stories in two different ways, depending on whether you want to save your own stories or someone else’s. You can either use a third-party app or website that allows you to enter the username of the user whose stories you want to download and provides you with a link or a file to download, or you can use a screen recorder or screenshot tool on your device to capture the image or video of the story you want to download. Both methods have their pros and cons, so you can choose the one that suits your needs and preferences best.

Call to action and final tips</h3

We hope that this article has been helpful and informative for you. If you liked it, please share it with your friends and followers who might also be interested in saving and downloading Instagram stories. Also, feel free to leave us a comment below if you have any questions, feedback, or suggestions for future topics. We would love to hear from you!

Before we end, here are some final tips for saving and downloading Instagram stories:

• Always respect the privacy and intellectual property rights of the original story creators. Do not use their stories for malicious or commercial purposes without their consent.
• Be careful when using third-party apps or websites that require your personal data or login credentials. Make sure they are trustworthy and secure before using them.
• Check the quality and format of the downloaded stories before sharing or editing them. Some apps or websites might compress or alter them in undesirable ways.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I view someone’s Instagram stories without them knowing?</h3

One way to view someone’s Instagram stories without them knowing is to use a third-party app or website that allows you to enter their username and view their stories anonymously. Another way is to turn on airplane mode on your device before viewing their stories and then close the app before turning it off again. However, these methods are not guaranteed to work all the time, so use them at your own risk.

How can I save Instagram live videos?</h3

If you want to save your own Instagram live videos, you can do so by tapping on the «Save» button at the top right corner of the screen after ending your broadcast. This will save the video to your gallery or camera roll, but not the comments, likes, or viewers. If you want to save someone else’s Instagram live videos, you will need to use a screen recorder app on your device and record the video as it is being broadcasted. However, this might violate the privacy or intellectual property rights of the original broadcaster, so do it with caution and permission.

How can I upload Instagram stories from my gallery or camera roll?

If you want to upload Instagram stories from your gallery or camera roll, you can do so by tapping on the camera icon at the top left corner of the app and then swiping up to access your gallery or camera roll. You can then select the photo or video you want to upload and edit it as you like. You can also upload multiple photos or videos as a single story by tapping on the «Select Multiple» button at the top right corner of the screen.

How can I add music to my Instagram stories?

If you want to add music to your Instagram stories, you can do so by tapping on the sticker icon at the top of the screen and then selecting the «Music» sticker. You can then search for the song you want to add and choose the part of the song you want to play. You can also adjust the volume and duration of the music as well as the style and color of the sticker.

How can I see who viewed my Instagram stories?

If you want to see who viewed your Instagram stories, you can do so by opening your story and swiping up on the screen. You will see a list of usernames and profile pictures of the people who viewed your story. You can also tap on each username to see their profile or message them directly. However, you can only see this information for 24 hours after posting your story, after which it will disappear.

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