Instagram Sharing: How to Share Something on or to Instagram?

Instagram is a vast storehouse of photos and videos, where individuals, celebrities, brands, and artists share their ideas. Its diverse content offers delightful discoveries that users often want to share with others or on different platforms.

However, downloading the media from Instagram is not an easy task. While we can take screenshots or record the screen, these methods may not offer the quality and convenience we desire.

Perhaps, learning how to share something on Instagram can diminish these challenges and open a world of possibilities. So, let's explore how to share posts, stories, and reels on Instagram with other people within and outside the platform.

Part 1. Can I Share Instagram Videos to Facebook?

You have got a video that you want to share with a wide range of audience, but you think that there are some potential viewers who might not be present on Instagram, yet they frequent Facebook. Now, you want to make sure this captivating video reaches every corner of the digital world but are not sure whether you can share it from Instagram to Facebook or not.

Worry not, as Instagram allows you to share your videos, posts, and stories to Facebook. There are many ways in which you can share your videos on Facebook. For instance, you can copy the Instagram URL and directly paste it on the Facebook post and send it to the DMs of your target audience. However, if you want a more hassle-free way, link your Facebook account with Instagram and post every video and photo on both Instagram and Facebook simultaneously. Here is how to do it:

• Step 1. Open your Instagram account and click on the profile icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
• Step 2. Tap on the three lines at the top right corner of the screen and go to Settings.
• Step 3. Click on Account and then tap Sharing to other Apps.
• Step 4. From here select Facebook and link your Facebook account.

Now whenever you post a photo or video on Instagram you will see an option to post it on Facebook. You can toggle it on or off, depending on whether you want to post that photo or video on Facebook or not.

Part 2. How to Share A Post on Instagram?

To share a post on Instagram follow these steps.

1. Open the Instagram app on your mobile device.
2. Tap on the "+" (plus sign) icon at the bottom center of the screen. This will take you to the "Create a post" screen.
3. Choose the type of content you want to share:
• To post a photo or video from your device's gallery, tap on "Gallery."
• To take a new photo or video using your device's camera, tap on "Photo" or "Video," respectively.
• To share multiple photos or videos in a carousel, tap on "Select Multiple."
4. After selecting your content, you can apply filters, edit the image, or trim the video if needed.
5. Tap on "Next" in the top right corner of the screen.
6. Write a caption for your post in the "Write a caption" box. You can also add hashtags, tag people, and add your location if desired.
7. Optionally, you can tap on the icons below the caption box to add stickers, GIFs, polls, or other interactive elements to your post.
8. Once you have composed your post, tap on "Share" in the top right corner of the screen.

Your post will now be shared on your Instagram feed, and it will be visible to your followers and anyone else depending on your privacy settings. If you have linked other social media accounts like Facebook, Twitter, or Tumblr, you can also choose to share the same post simultaneously on those platforms by toggling the respective sharing options before tapping "Share."

Part 3. How to Share Someone's Story on Instagram?

1. Open Instagram on your mobile phone and look for the story you want to share with someone.
2. Once found, look for the "Paper Plane" option on the story. It is usually located at the bottom of the screen or directly below the story.
3. Tap on the "Paper Plane" icon, and a pop-up menu will appear.
4. From the pop-up menu, select the username of the person you want to share the story with. If you don't find the desired username search by typing in the search bar.

However, it is important to note that If the user has a private account, you won't be able to share their story unless they've specifically allowed you to do so.

• Monitor Instagram as well as Facebook, Messenger, Snapchat, WhatsApp, Discord, Telegram, Skype, etc.
• Read Instagram DMs as well as text messages on phone and other messengers
• See private Instagram photos as well as photos and videos on phone
• Record Instagram activities by take screenshots, record phone screens and calls
• Track real-time location without knowing remotely
• Check Instagram call history and phone call logs and contacts

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Part 4. How to Share Instagram Profile?

1. Open Instagram and look for the profile that you want to share.
2. Tap to open the profile and click on the three dots at the top right corner of the screen.
3. You will see a number of options. Look for the "Share this Profile" at the bottom of the screen and click on it.
4. A pop-up will open, search for the username of the recipient and click to send the profile.
5. If you want to share the profile outside the Instagram profile there is another option "Copy profile URL". Copy the URL and share it on other platforms.

Part 5. How to Share A Reel on Instagram?

Reels on Instagram have become immensely popular due to their convenience and creative appeal. Users love exploring a diverse range of sounds, templates, and effects, enabling them to craft engaging and entertaining 15 to 60-second videos that resonate with audiences worldwide. So, if you've found an interesting reel that you want to share with your loved ones without downloading it, here is how to do so:

1. To share a reel on Instagram, open the reel that you want to share.
2. On the right side of the screen, you will see a "Paper Plane" icon.
3. Tap on it. A pop-up will appear, here you will see options to share the reel to your story, other users, or even on other platforms.
4. Search for the username or tap to share on your story or other platforms.

Part 6. How to Share An Instagram Story to My Story?

You've found a great story on Instagram and now you want to share it with your followers as it is. Instagram allows you to share stories from other accounts to your account without taking a screenshot or recording the screen. Here is how to do so:

1. Open Instagram on your account and tap on the profile picture of the Story you want to share to your own Story. This will open the Story and display it in full-screen mode.
2. Once the Story is open, you will see options at the bottom of the screen. Look for the "Paper Plane" icon and tap on it.
3. A pop-up will appear with a number of different options. Look for the "Add post to your story" or a similar option that indicates sharing the Story to your Story.

Part 7. How to Share A Link on Instagram?

Links are super useful. Rather than posting the entire video or post simply embedding the link somewhere in the text can help to share the content in an effortless and hassle-free way. It can also help to get traffic on the website from different platforms. Since, Instagram is a popular platform, sharing links on it can help to reach out to a wide range of audiences.

Thankfully there are more than three ways by which you can share your link on Instagram such as:

• Instagram Stories: If you have a verified account or a business account with over 10,000 followers, you can add links to your Instagram Stories. To do this, create a new Story, and then use the "Link" sticker or the "Swipe Up" feature (for verified accounts) to add the URL you want to share. Viewers can swipe up on the Story or tap the link sticker to visit the external website.
• Instagram Bio: The bio section of your Instagram profile allows you to add a clickable link. Many users place their website, blog, or a specific link they want to promote in their bio. To add a link to your bio, go to your profile, tap "Edit Profile," and then paste the desired URL into the "Website" field.
• IGTV and Reel Captions: In the captions of IGTV videos and Reels, you can include links that users can copy and paste into their web browser. Although these links are not clickable, you can direct viewers to visit your website or external content by providing a clear call-to-action in the caption.
• Instagram Shopping: If you have an Instagram Shop or a business account approved for shopping, you can add product tags with links to specific products. This allows users to tap on the tags to view product details and visit your online store.

Part 8. How to Share A YouTube Video on Instagram?

If you're a digital creator or manage a company's social media platform, knowing how to share YouTube videos on Instagram can greatly decrease your workload. One way is to download the YouTube video and then post it on Instagram by following the above-mentioned method. However, if you don't want to go through the hassle of downloading the video, you can share the link to the YouTube video in the story. Here is how to do it:

1. Copy the link of the video you want to share and open Instagram.
2. Click on the "+" icon at the center of the screen and select the story option.
3. Click on the chain icon and paste your video URL.
4. Choose the audience and press done.

Conclusion

Knowing how to share something on Instagram is a valuable skill that can significantly expand your audience and reach. By leveraging various sharing options, such as posts, stories, reels, and links, you can creatively connect with your followers and attract new viewers from different platforms. Sharing on Instagram enables seamless cross-promotion and enhances your website traffic.

In the above blog post, we have enlisted the methods to share stories, links, videos, posts, and profiles on Instagram. So, if you've got something interesting to share with your audience, don't hold back anymore, grab your phone, open Instagram, and get started!