You can repost another person's story by using the share button, but the method differs between Instagram and Facebook

When you see a story you want to share with your followers, Instagram and Facebook both give you a way to repost it directly to your own story. On Instagram, you tap the paper airplane icon at the bottom of the story and select "Add post to your story." On Facebook, you look for the three dots in the corner of the story and choose "Share to your story." The original creator gets a notification that you shared it, and your followers see it come from you — not as a repost badge, but as a regular story on your account.

The key difference is that you cannot edit or add text to a reposted story on either platform. What you share is exactly what the original creator posted. If you want to add your own commentary, captions, or graphics, you need to screenshot the story instead and post it as a new story from your camera roll — but then you should tag or mention the original creator so people know where it came from.

Key Takeaways

  • Instagram's share button (paper airplane icon) lets you add someone's story directly to your story with one tap, and they receive a notification.
  • Facebook's three-dot menu has a "Share to your story" option that works the same way — the original poster gets notified.
  • Reposted stories appear as-is on your account; you cannot edit text, add filters, or change what the original creator posted.
  • If you screenshot a story and post it separately, tag the original creator so your audience knows the content is not yours.
  • Both platforms show your followers that the story came from you, not as a repost label but as a story from your account.

How to repost on Instagram

Open the Instagram story you want to share. At the bottom of the screen, you will see a paper airplane icon (the send button). Tap it once. A menu will appear with options including "Add post to your story," "Send as message," and "Share to [other apps]." Select "Add post to your story."

The story will now appear in your story queue, ready to post. You can post it immediately by tapping "Your story" at the bottom, or you can wait and post it later by tapping the X to close the preview. The story will be saved in your drafts until you are ready. Once you post it, the original creator receives a notification that you shared their story, and they can tap through to see it on your account.

How to repost on Facebook

Find the story in your Facebook feed and look for the three dots (the menu icon) in the top right corner of the story. Tap those three dots. A menu will pop up with several options, including "Share to your story." Select that option.

Facebook will show you a preview of how the story will look on your account. Tap "Share to your story" again to confirm. The story now appears on your account, and the original poster gets a notification. Unlike Instagram, Facebook does not save reposted stories to drafts — they post immediately to your story.

What happens when you repost someone's story

The original creator always gets a notification that you shared their story. On both platforms, they can tap the notification to see your version of their story on your account. Your followers see the story as coming from you, not labeled as a repost or a share — it appears in your story feed just like any other story you posted.

The original creator's name and profile picture do not appear on the reposted story unless they were already part of the original content (for example, if they tagged themselves or added their name as text). This is different from a retweet on Twitter or a share on other platforms, where the original creator's name is usually visible.

When you cannot repost a story

Some accounts set their stories to private or restrict who can share them. If the original creator has turned off story sharing in their privacy settings, you will not see the share button or the three-dot menu option. In this case, your only option is to screenshot the story and post it separately — but you must tag the original creator in your caption so people know where the content came from.

Stories that are more than 24 hours old cannot be reposted using the share button. Once a story disappears from the creator's account, the repost option is no longer available. If you want to share older content, take a screenshot and post it as a new story with proper credit to the original creator.

Tagging the original creator when you screenshot

If you screenshot a story and post it as your own, always mention the original creator in your caption or tag them in the image. On Instagram, you can tag them by typing @ followed by their username in the caption, or by using the tag sticker to tag them directly on the image. On Facebook, you can mention them in the caption using @ and their name, or tag them in the post itself.

This practice gives credit where it belongs and helps your followers discover the original creator. It also shows respect for the person whose content you are sharing. Many creators appreciate being tagged because it can bring them new followers and engagement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the original creator know I reposted their story?

Yes. Both Instagram and Facebook send a notification to the original creator when you repost their story using the share button. They can see your account name and tap through to view the reposted story on your profile. If you screenshot and post separately, they will not get an automatic notification unless you tag them in the caption.

Can I edit a story after I repost it?

No. Once you repost someone's story, it appears exactly as the original creator made it. You cannot add text, filters, stickers, or make any changes. If you want to add your own edits or commentary, you must screenshot the story and post it as a new story from your camera roll instead.

What if someone reposted my story without tagging me?

If they used the official share button, you received a notification and can see it on their account. If they screenshotted your story and posted it without tagging you, you may not know unless someone tells you. You can report the post if it violates your privacy or if they are claiming it as their own original content.

Can I repost a story from a private account?

Only if the private account holder has allowed you to see their stories. If they have, you can repost using the share button just like any other story. If they have not approved you as a follower, you cannot see their stories at all, so reposting is not possible.

Do reposted stories count toward my story views?

Yes. When you repost someone's story, it appears on your account as a regular story. Your followers see it, and it counts toward your story views and engagement metrics. The original creator's view count does not increase from your repost — only your own metrics are affected.