How to make an Instagram repost? - The 4 best solutions

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How to make an Instagram repost? - The 4 best solutions
Emeric
Senior Content Writer @ BoostFluence
Social Media
December 9, 2021

Wondering how to share an Instagram post or repost a video effectively? Discover in this article, our complete guide offering four foolproof methods to master the art of reposting on Instagram.

Instagram, one of the most popular social media platforms, overwhelms us daily with fascinating photos and videos shared by friends and brands.

Despite its sleek interface, focused on an optimal user experience, the app leaves much to be desired when it comes to sharing any Instagram content directly from your feed.

Thankfully, we're here to help you navigate through these murky waters. We've compiled a list of the four best solutions for reposting content on Instagram, whether from another account on Instagram or directly from your Instagram photo gallery.

But for every problem, a solution. We've found you 4 different ways to make an Instagram repost easily on your Instagram feed.

Before anything else, know that re-posting an Instagram publication must take effect from a credit with the original account. You can't republish on Instagram without the permission of the person who originated the post. At the very least, you must quote them in the post or description to specify that the post came from them. Don't forget this.

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Let's now discover how to repost on Instagram.

Making an Instagram repost via a special app.

Using a dedicated repost app is a popular method among Instagram users wishing to share content with internet users.

These apps, which are often free, make it easy to repost photos and videos on Instagram in just a few simple steps.

Once you've installed the app on your phone, whether it's an Android or iOS device, here's how to go about making your reposts a success:

  1. Download the app
  2. Choose a post on the social network
  3. Copy the post's url link
  4. Open the repost for Instagram app, in order to edit the photo
  5. Then repost it

Other apps, such as InstaRepost, will require your Instagram account to be connected to the app.

These will allow you to select, directly from the app, the posts you want to save so you can repost them to your Instagram account later.

These methods are sufficient for occasional reposting, but will still require you to download an app and spend some time reposting.

If you don't have access to the posts of the person whose publications you wish to repost, it may be that you've blocked them, unblock this instagram account to see their content.

Make an automated Instagram repost.

Our second approach to maximizing the effectiveness of your Instagram presence lies in the automating reposts, particularly useful if you're in the habit of regularly reposting content from the same specific account or hashtag.

Using this method will save you precious time, as a bot will take care of finding and re-posting the most relevant photos and videoson your Instagram account. To do this, you can follow these simple steps:

  1. Log in to your boostfluence account and connect your account there
  2. Go to the auto repost module
  3. Set your parameters.
  4. Activate your bot

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And that's it, you can now see your reposts happen automatically, allowing you to spend your time on other crucial aspects of your digital marketing strategy.

Sharing content consistently is a fundamental pillar for growing your follower count and establishing your reputation on the platform.

Upload another account's post with Boostfluence to repost.

Boostfluence allowing you to upload and repost high-resolution photos and videos directly from Instagram. Although this method is a little more time-consuming than automation, it offers an effective alternative for sharing relevant content. To do this no app needed, simply:

  1. Open Instagram and select the post you want and copy the URL
  2. Paste the URL to Boostfluence (Download module) and click "download"
  3. Once the post has been uploaded, open Instagram and prepare your post
  4. Get the framing, filters and description right, then post.

Don't forget to credit the original author by mentioning their account in the description of your repost.

This tool also works to upload Instagram real of your choices.

How to repost a screenshot.

This method doesn't require a website to perform a repost on instagram and can be used for photo and video posts. Here's how to do it:

  1. Find a post on Instagram you want to repost and take a screenshot with your phone.- For an iOS photo capture: simultaneously press the home and lock buttons until your screen flashes.- For Android photo capture: Simultaneously press the on/off and volume down buttons until your screen flashes.
  2. You can then start editing on Instagram as you would for any post. Remember to crop your screenshot. Edit and filter the post as you see fit.
  3. Type your description and remember to credit the original poster of the photo you're reposting by typing " @ + [username] ".
  4. You can then share your post.

Bonus: repost as an instagram story

Making a repost as a story on Instagram is a clever strategy for enhancing content while maintaining a clean look for your news feed. This method lets you share Instagram photos and videos from other accounts with your community, without cluttering up your own profile.

To do this couldn't be simpler:

  1. Find the Instagram post you want to repost as an Instagram story.
  2. Click on the little paper airplane button below the post.
  3. Select "add a post to your story" and edit your story.
  4. You can then publish it so that it's visible for 24 hours or add it to your featured stories.

If you're wondering why repost posts to story, here's the answer. Instagram stories are positioned at the top of the news feed and are generally viewed by a greater number of users.

By sharing a publication from your news feed in story, you thus maximize the visibility of your content.

In addition, reposting content from other accounts in story is a great way to diversify your content and show your support for other creators or causes.

Don't hesitate to use this feature to enrich your content strategy, strengthen your social media presence and boost your followers'engagement

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Now that you've learned how to repost on instagram, you're ready to flesh out your profile with varied content from friends, family or favorite brands. Use the methods above, making sure to cite the source of the original post, to quickly and easily repost your favorite content.

If you're keen to deepen your knowledge and master all the tips for optimizing your Instagram account, whether you're an influencer, marketing professional or everyday user, we recommend you check out The Instagram guide you need.

You'll find a wealth of information on how to make the most of the most interesting features of this app, available on both Android and iOS.

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