How to save Instagram Stories on your smartphone
What's the story
Saving Instagram Stories on your phone is a simple process that allows you to preserve your favorite moments. Whether you want to keep a memory or save something for future reference, there are a few easy ways to download Instagram Stories directly to your device. In this story, we'll walk you through the steps to save Stories without any hassle.
Method #1
Saving new Instagram Stories
There are two ways to save your new Instagram Stories: All you have to do is create a Story with your desired elements, and tap on "Save" from the three-dot menu on the top-right corner of the screen, before publishing it. You can also save a photo or video you've posted. Open your Story, tap the three-dot icon in the bottom right of the photo or video you want to save, followed by "Save Photo/Video."
Method #2
How to download previously published Stories
For those looking to save a previously published or archived Story, Instagram has another solution. Click on the vertical lines in the top-right corner on your profile page, and select "Archive" in the "How you use Instagram" section." Now, pick the Story you want to download and follow the steps mentioned previously.
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Stories will be saved without music
Instagram lets users create engaging Stories with a range of elements - photos, videos, music, filters, stickers, and texts. However, do note that owing to music licensing and distribution restrictions, the app doesn't allow downloading Stories with music.