How to View Expired Instagram Stories: What You Need to Know

Learn how to view Instagram stories after they expire and discover helpful tips to never miss out on updates from your favorite users.

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Instagram stories automatically expire after 24 hours and you cannot view them once they have expired. However, if the user has added the story to their Highlights, you can still view it on their profile. If you frequently miss stories from specific users, consider turning on story notifications to get alerts whenever they post a new story.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can you still see Instagram stories after 24 hours? No, Instagram stories disappear after 24 hours unless saved in Highlights.
  2. What are Instagram Highlights? Instagram Highlights are saved stories that users choose to keep on their profile permanently.
  3. How can I turn on story notifications for Instagram? To turn on story notifications, go to the profile of the user, tap the three dots in the upper right corner and select 'Turn on Story Notifications.'
  4. Can I see who viewed my expired Instagram stories? No, you cannot see who viewed your Instagram stories once they have expired.