Instagram Story reposts: step by step (free app!)

Instagram Stories are wildly popular – from fun snapshots to serious branding tools. But what if you want to re-share someone’s Story in your own? Or what if you’ve been tagged in a Story and want to quickly share it with your followers? In this blog, you’ll learn exactly how to repost an Instagram Story – both automatically and manually. You’ll also get helpful tips, apps ánd find out what to do if it doesn’t work.

⭐ In short: Instagram Story reposts – with or without a tag

✅ 1. You are tagged in the Story

1. Open your DM
2. Tap “Mentions in stories”
3. Choose “Add to your story”
4. Add your own text or stickers and share

❌ 2. You are not tagged, but still want to repost

• Taking a screenshot or screen capture
• Using Repost app
• Asking to be tagged
• Manual sharing via new Story + @mention

📌 Note that only content from public accounts can be reposted.

What does an Instagram Story repost mean?

Reposting an Instagram Story simply means re-sharing an existing story – from someone else – through your own account. You can do this in two ways:

• Automatically, if you are tagged in the original story
• Manually, if you are not tagged but still want to share the content

In addition, you can also share regular feed posts in your story – which is not technically a “repost,” but is widely used as an alternative.

Automatically repost (you are tagged)

If someone tags you in an Instagram Story, you will receive a notification of this in your DM. Instagram then gives you the option to add this story to your own.

Here’s how it works:

1. Open Instagram and go to your messages (DM)
2. Tap the notification with “You have been mentioned in a story
3. Press “Add to your story”
4. Customize the story with a gif, emoji or poll, for example
5. Share it with your followers

💡 You can resize it, add text and possibly make the original message smaller or larger for a nicer look.

Manual reposts (not tagged)

Sometimes you are not tagged, but would still like to share the story. For example, because it’s a great review, shout-out or inspirational post. In that case, there are several ways:

1. Screenshot or screen capture

• Take a screenshot of the story
• Or record the screen (for videos)
• Upload this image/video in your own Story
• Add text or tag if necessary (@mention of original creator)

2. Use a repost app

There are several apps that make it easy to repost stories or feedposts, even without a tag. The easiest one is repostapp, you don’t need to download any apps. All you have to do is give the link to the story and it will automatically download on your mobile, and you can repost it!

Note that for stories, this only works if the original content is still live.

3. Ask if you can still be tagged.

Just send the creator a friendly message:

“Hi – can I share your story on my own account? If you tag me, I can easily repost it 🙌”

This is also immediately a great way to expand your network.

Share feedpost to your story

You can also add regular Instagram posts from yourself or others to your own story:

1. Go to the desired post
2. Tap the paper airplane (📨)
3. Choose “Add message to your story”
4. Add text, location, music or a gif
5. Share with your followers

This is useful for promotions, shout-outs or when you want to draw extra attention to a post.

Why can’t I repost?

Sometimes you don’t see the option, or it just doesn’t work. Possible causes:

• The story has expired (it disappears automatically after 24 hours)
• The account is private
• You are not tagged
• The resharing option has been disabled by the creator
• You are using an outdated version of the app

Check these points before trying again.

Apps to repost Instagram Stories

Want to make an Instagram Story repost without being tagged? Then there are handy apps that make this possible – often for free and without a watermark, too. Ideal for influencers, entrepreneurs or social media managers who want to share stories from clients, followers or collaborations on a regular basis.

Here are the best tools of the moment:

Repostapp

This tool is perfect if you want to quickly repost an Instagram post or reel without the hassle of downloads or apps. Instead of an app, this is a web-based repost tool: you just use it through your browser – mobile or desktop.

Key features:

• No app required, works entirely online
• Supports posts, reels and videos (not stories)
• Without watermark for only $2.50
• You get the video or image as a download file
• You can copy the caption yourself + add source citation

Here’s how it works:

1. Copy the link from the post on Instagram
2. Paste this on RepostApp.com
3. Download the file and place it on your account with your own text or tag

💡 Ideal for those who want to repost Instagram posts professionally without watermarking – for example, for UGC campaigns or as an influencer.

Reposta

Reposta is a favorite among people looking for a free watermark-free repost app. You can save and share a story at the touch of a button, with no extra branding or logos.

• Available for Android
• No watermark
• Very easy to use
• Also suitable for scheduling reposts

This tool is ideal for influencers, for example, who want to share fan content or shoutouts without disrupting their own branding.

Later.com

Later is more than just a repost tool – it is an all-in-one platform for social media planning. For companies or brands, this is the tool to strategically deploy user-generated content (UGC) and schedule stories in advance.

• Compatible with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest and more
• Visual content calendar
• Automatically collect UGC via hashtags or mentions
• Repost stories with creator approval

Later also offers a comprehensive and free guide on how to best use Instagram Stories as a marketing tool:

Which repost app is best for you?

Later also offers a comprehensive guide on sharing content in stories and efficiently deploying UGC (user-generated content).

📈 Why reposting is smart for your strategy

Reposting is not only convenient – it can also be used strategically:

• Increase engagement: people feel seen when you share their content
• Social proof: sharing customer stories or testimonials increases your credibility
• Content curation: you don’t have to create everything yourself
• Influencer marketing: many brands share creator stories as part of a campaign

Always make sure you have permission and credits.

💡 Tips for successful reposting

• 📸 Always add an @mention to the original account
• 💬 Add context: why are you sharing this? What do you think about it?
• 🏷️ Use hashtags and locations to increase reach
• 📂 Keep nice reposts in a Highlight on your profile
• 📥 Pay attention to your inbox: if you tag people back, they are more likely to share you too

📌 Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How do I repost a Story without being tagged?

Take a screenshot or use a repost app. Otherwise, ask if the creator can still tag you.

Why can’t you manage to share a Story?

Probably the story has expired, resharing is disabled, or it is a private account.

Are there any risks in reposting?

As long as you share content from public accounts with source attribution or permission, it’s fine. Avoid screenshots from private accounts without permission.

Which apps are the best?

Repost for Instagram and Reposta are reliable. For businesses, Later.com is a good choice.

Instagram Story reposting is easy – if you know how it works. With the right approach, tools and respect for the original creator, you can cleverly repost content, strengthen relationships and expand your reach. Whether you’re tagged or not, there’s always a way to share content in a neat way.