Why is Instagram not letting me reshare on my story?

Answered by Stephen Mosley

There could be several reasons why Instagram is not letting you reshare on your story. One of the most common reasons is that the person who originally published the story has not allowed their followers to share it. Instagram gives users the option to control who can share their content.

To check if the person has enabled sharing, you can follow these steps:

1. Go to your Instagram profile by tapping on your profile picture in the bottom right corner of the screen.
2. Tap on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner to open the menu.
3. Scroll down and tap on “Settings”.
4. In the Settings menu, tap on “Privacy & Security”.
5. Under the Privacy & Security menu, tap on “Story Controls”.

In the Story Controls section, you will find options related to sharing content. Look for the “Shared Content” option and make sure it is enabled. If it is disabled, the person who posted the story has specifically chosen not to allow it to be shared.

If the person has allowed sharing and you still can’t reshare their story, there could be other factors at play. It’s possible that there may be a temporary issue with Instagram’s servers or a bug in the app. In such cases, it’s best to wait for a while and try again later.

Additionally, it’s worth noting that Instagram sometimes tests new features or updates its platform, which can temporarily affect certain functionalities. If you’re experiencing issues with resharing, it could be due to changes being made by Instagram. In such cases, it’s advisable to keep your app updated and regularly check for any new updates or announcements from Instagram.

The most common reason why Instagram is not letting you reshare a story is that the person who originally posted it has not allowed sharing. To enable sharing, you can go to your profile settings and make sure the “Shared Content” option is turned on. If the issue persists, it could be due to temporary server issues or updates being made by Instagram.