Struggling to come up with fresh content for your Instagram? Don’t worry – your feed is a goldmine of engaging material just waiting to be shared! This guide reveals why, what, and how to repost on Instagram, offering…how to repost on instagram - repost example with tagged account
…a whopping seven different methods. From photos and videos to Stories and Reels, the possibilities are vast. Let’s get started.
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- Why repost on Instagram?
- What to repost on Instagram
- How to repost a photo to your feed
- How to repost a photo to your Story
- How to repost a Story you’ve been tagged in
- How to repost a Story you haven’t been tagged in
- How to repost a Reel to your Story
- How to repost a Reel to your Feed
- How to repost a Reel without screen recording
- Instagram reposting apps
Why repost on Instagram?
Reposting on Instagram allows you to tap into existing conversations that are already resonating with your target audience and followers. It’s a mutually beneficial approach, as it boosts your engagement and expands the reach of the original poster. Here are some compelling reasons to incorporate reposting into your Instagram strategy:
- Community Building: Recognizing and amplifying the content of others fosters a welcoming and interactive community around your brand.
- Time Saver: Reposting offers pre-made content that’s likely to perform well, shareable in just a few simple steps.
- Content Variety: By reposting, you naturally introduce diverse perspectives and backgrounds that align with your audience’s interests.
- Idea Generation: When creative inspiration wanes, reposting is an excellent way to reignite the spark (although our Social Media Marketing Lab is packed with ideas too!).
- Trust Building: Sharing valuable content – beyond just your own – demonstrates to your audience that you understand their needs and prioritize their interests, not just follower count,
What to repost on Instagram
Prioritize reposting content that will pique your audience’s interest. Consider these potential sources:
- Influencers: Share posts from industry influencers that will provide value to your followers.
- Complementary Businesses: These are businesses with a shared target audience but are not direct competitors. Think GoPro and Redbull.
- Accounts Reflecting Your Values: For example, you might repost an inspiring message, a leadership demonstration, or an example of outstanding customer service.
- Customers and Followers: User-generated content (UGC) encompasses any post from your customers or audience that mentions your brand. Posts featuring UGC boast a 5% higher conversion rate than those without. Remember, always tag the original poster and acknowledge them in your caption, as detailed in each of the instructions below.
How to repost on Instagram: photo to Feed
The simplest way to repost Instagram photos to your feed is using the screenshot method. Step 1: Take a screenshot of the Instagram photo you’d like to repost.
Step 2: Tap the “new post” button (the plus icon) in the top right corner of your Instagram app. From the content format choices, select “Post.”
Step 3: Select the screenshot from your phone’s image gallery.
Step 4: Use Instagram’s built-in cropping tool to adjust the image size. Apply your preferred feed filter if you use one (for third-party filters, edit the screenshot before starting a “new post”).
Step 5: Tag the original poster directly on the photo and give them another shout-out in your Instagram caption.
Step 6: Tap “Share” and watch the engagement roll in.
How to repost on Instagram: photo to Story
P.S. You might also find inspiration in these 73 creative Instagram Story ideas or these 32 free Instagram Story templates! Step 1: Locate the photo you wish to repost.
Step 2: Choose the “Add post to your Story” option.
Step 3: Determine who you want to see your Story.
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How to repost an Instagram Story you’re tagged in
Leveraging others’ content is a great way to promote your Instagram! To share a Story you’ve been tagged in, the original poster must have a public account with the Instagram Sharing Story feature activated. Step 1: Open your direct messages to find the Story you were tagged in. Step 2: In the message, you’ll see a button that says “Add this to your Story.” [_
_](https://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/how-to-repost-instagram-feed-posts-stories-igtv-and-reels/) Image source Step 3: You can now customize the Story by incorporating GIFs, stickers, drawings, or text. Once your creation is complete, tap “next.” Step 4: Choose your audience for this Story – share it publicly, with your Close Friends list, or send it directly to a specific account.
How to repost an Instagram Story you aren’t tagged in
To repost a Story you weren’t tagged in, you’ll need to take a screenshot or utilize a third-party app like Ming. Keep in mind that this method only works if the original account is public. Step 1: Navigate to the profile of the Story poster by tapping their username. Tap the three dots in the upper right corner. Step 2: Select “Copy Profile URL.”
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Step 3: Open the Ming app and choose “Paste Link.”
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Step 4: Customize the repost tag according to your preferences.
Step 5: Press “Share.” This action will open the repost within Instagram.
Step 6: Choose “Story” and tap “Send.”
How to repost an Instagram video to your Story
Engaging and informative videos are excellent for content to post on Instagram, even if you didn’t create them. However, this is ONLY acceptable if you give proper credit to the original poster and use this tactic sparingly. This method, which also works for photo posts, is how you share an Instagram video to your Story: Step 1: Find the video you’d like to repost.
Step 2: Tap the paper airplane icon located below the video, next to the like and comment buttons.
Step 3: Select “Add post to your Story” from the pop-up menu.
Step 4: The video will appear as a draft for your Story. Customize it by adding text, stickers, hashtags, or other elements. Tapping the video allows you to display the original caption in your Story.
How to repost an Instagram Reel to your Story
Didn’t find what you’re looking for in our 18 awesome Reels ideas? No worries, there are three options for reposting an Instagram Reel. Sharing to your Story is the simplest approach. Just tap the paper airplane icon and follow the same steps as adding an Instagram video to your Story.
How to repost an Instagram Reel to your feed
To repost a Reel directly to your profile, you have two options: screen recording or using a third-party app. Follow these steps for the screen recording method: Step 1: Screen record the Instagram Reel you want to share. Step 2: In your camera roll, crop the recording to remove the background, leaving only the video content. Step 3: Tap the “New Post” button (plus icon) in the top right corner of your Instagram app. Select “Reel” from the content format options.
Step 4: Trim the video using Instagram’s built-in tool to remove any footage before or after the Reel playback in your screen recording. Apply your preferred feed filter, if any. (For third-party filters, edit the recording before creating a “New Post.”)
Step 5: In your caption, clearly credit the original creator of the Reel.
Step 6: Tap “Share” and let the engagement begin!
How to repost an Instagram Reel to your Feed without screen recording
To repost a Reel to your feed without screen recording, download the Repost app and follow these steps:
- Locate the Reel you want to repost on Instagram and tap the three dots. Select “Copy link.”
- Open the Repost app. The copied link will automatically paste. Choose the Reel you wish to repost.
- Press “Share.” The Reel will save to your camera roll, ready for posting to your feed as usual. Don’t forget to credit the original poster in your caption.
More Instagram repost apps
Instagram repost apps cater to different needs and offer various features. It’s worthwhile to experiment and find the one that aligns best with your content strategy. In addition to the previously mentioned Repost app from the App Store and Ming from the App Store, here are a few more to explore:
1. Reposta
Reposta on Google Play keeps things simple. The launch screen provides clear instructions to guide you through the reposting process. You have the option to paste a link, grab it directly from Instagram, or share directly to the app.
2. Sepia Software’s Repost for Instagram
Repost for Instagram app for iPad offers two interface views: a compact view for adjusting the image and an expanded view to see both the image and caption simultaneously. A cool feature is the ability to customize the color and position of the original poster’s watermark.
3. Repost for Instagram- Regrann
Regrann on Google Play is a great option for frequent reposters, offering four distinct reposting modes. You can save reposts to your camera roll or share them directly to Instagram. Several “quick modes” streamline the reposting process based on your preferences.
You’re now equipped with seven different ways to repost! Just remember, while reposting is valuable, the majority of your content should be original. And, as always, always give credit to the original poster.
How to repost on Instagram [steps only]
For a quick reference, here are the steps without the screenshots. How to repost on Instagram: photo to Feed
- Screenshot the post.
- Tap the plus icon, choose “Post.”
- Select the screenshot from your camera roll.
- Resize and edit the image.
- Write your caption, tag the original poster. How to repost on Instagram: photo to Story
- Find the photo.
- Tap the paper airplane icon.
- Select “Add post to your Story.” How to repost an Instagram Story you’re tagged in
- Find the Story in your direct messages.
- Select “Add this to your Story.”
- Customize as desired.
- Select your audience.
- Publish. How to repost an Instagram Story you aren’t tagged in
- Go to the poster’s profile, tap the three dots.
- Tap “Copy Profile URL.”
- Open Ming, tap “Paste link.”
- Customize.
- Hit “Share.”
- Choose “Story”, press “Send.” How to repost a video to your Story
- Tap the paper airplane icon below the video.
- Tap “Add post to your Story.” How to repost a Reel to your Story
- Tap the paper airplane icon below the Reel.
- Tap “Add post to your Story.” How to repost a Reel to your Feed
- Screen record the Reel.
- Crop the background in your camera roll.
- Tap the plus icon, choose “Reel.”
- Trim, edit, add filters.
- Credit the original poster in your caption.
- Share. How to repost a Reel without screen recording
- On the Reel, tap the three dots, select “Copy link.”
- Open the Repost app; the link will appear.
- Press “Share” to save to your camera roll.
- Create a new Instagram post, and you’ll find the Reel in your camera roll.