How to View Old Instagram Stories: Tips and Tricks

Discover how to view old Instagram stories through Highlights or other methods. Learn more about Instagram story features!

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No, you can't view someone's old Instagram Stories** directly on Instagram. However, if the user has added their past stories to 'Highlights' on their profile, you can view them there. If not, once a story expires after 24 hours, it can no longer be viewed publicly unless it was saved and shared in another way by the user.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I view someone else's old Instagram stories? You can only view someone else's old Instagram stories if they have saved them to Highlights on their profile.
  2. What happens to Instagram stories after 24 hours? After 24 hours, Instagram stories expire and are no longer viewable publicly unless they are saved in Highlights.
  3. Can I download Instagram stories to keep them? Yes, you can save your own Instagram stories to your device before they expire or use third-party apps to download them.
  4. Why can't I see old stories on Instagram? If the user hasn't added their stories to Highlights, old Instagram stories cannot be viewed after the 24-hour period.

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