How do I access and post my Instagram Live video after the stream ends?

On your phone, go to your Instagram profile, tap the three lines (hamburger menu) in the upper right, select ‘Archive,’ then tap the dropdown at the top and choose ‘Live Archive.’ Find your live video there. You can either share it directly to your feed as a Reel (even if it’s long, though it will have less algorithmic reach), or download it to edit into shorter clips. Once shared, you can get the link by clicking on the post and copying the URL from your browser. Share this link via email or other channels to drive people back to view the full live session on Instagram.

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Asked by an artist who completed their first Instagram Live · Answered by Juan · Office Hours · 2026-05-28