In this article we will teach you How to upload external videos to Instagram in a simple and fast way. Although Instagram only allows you to upload videos directly from your phone or tablet, there are several ways to upload videos that you have on other platforms or on your computer. With the steps that we will explain to you below, you will be able to share videos from YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, or any other external source on your Instagram profile in just a few minutes. Keep reading to find out how to do it.
– Step by step ➡️ How to upload external videos to Instagram
- Open the Instagram app on your mobile phone or electronic device.
- Log in in your Instagram account if you haven't already done so.
- Press the "+" icon in the top right corner of your screen to create a new post.
- Select "Video" at the bottom of the screen.
- Choose "Gallery" to access your photo and video library.
- Select external video that you want to post on your Instagram feed.
- Trim the video, if necessary, using the editing tools provided.
- Add filters or effects to your video if you wish, and click “Next.”
- Write a description for your video, using relevant hashtags if necessary.
- Tag people or brands if it is relevant to your post.
- Select the sharing option to post your external video to your Instagram account.
Q&A
Q&A: How to upload external videos to Instagram
1. How can I upload an external video to my Instagram account?
1.1. Download the Instagram IGTV app if you don't have it.
1.2. Open the app and click on the "+" icon.
1.3. Select the video you want to upload from your gallery.
1.4. Add a description and any other necessary settings.
1.5. Click “Publish” to upload the video to your Instagram account.
2. Can I upload videos to Instagram from YouTube or other platforms?
2.1. Yes, you can upload videos from YouTube or other platforms using Instagram's IGTV app.
2.2. Copy the link of the video you want to share.
2.3. Open the IGTV app, click the “+” icon, and select “Post a video you already have.”
2.4. Paste the video link and follow the steps to publish it to your Instagram account.
3. Can I upload external videos to Instagram without IGTV?
3.1. No, currently the only way to upload external videos to Instagram is through the IGTV application.
3.2. Make sure you have the app downloaded on your device to be able to perform this action.
4. Are there any restrictions or requirements for external videos on IGTV?
4.1. Yes, videos must be at least 1 minute long and can be up to 15 minutes if uploaded from a mobile device, or up to 60 minutes if uploaded from the web.
4.2. Make sure you follow the format and file size specifications to avoid problems uploading your video.
5. Is there a way to schedule an external video to be published on Instagram?
5.1. It is currently not possible to schedule external videos to be posted on Instagram via IGTV.
5.2. However, you can save the video as a draft and schedule a post containing the link to the video to be published in your Instagram feed.
6. Can I edit an external video after uploading it to Instagram?
6.1. Yes, you can edit the description and other details of the video after uploading it to IGTV.
6.2. However, you will not be able to edit the video itself once it has been published.
7. Will external videos on IGTV be shown on my Instagram profile?
7.1. Yes, external videos you upload to IGTV will be displayed on your Instagram profile in the IGTV section.
7.2. Your followers will be able to see and access them from your profile.
8. Can I add subtitles or effects to an external video on IGTV?
8.1. Yes, you can add subtitles and effects to your external video before uploading it to IGTV from the app itself.
8.2. IGTV has basic editing tools that allow you to improve the quality and presentation of your video.
9. Can I share external video links in regular Instagram posts?
9.1. Yes, you can share links to external videos in regular Instagram posts.
9.2. To do so, simply include the link in the description of your post or in your Instagram stories.
10. Can external videos on IGTV be viewed by anyone on Instagram?
10.1. Yes, external videos that you upload to IGTV will be available for anyone on Instagram to view.
10.2. They can appear in the discovery section of IGTV and be found through searches on the platform.
I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.