Did you know that you can see your archived photos on Instagram? If you're curious to see again an image you've hidden or just want to organize your profile, you're in luck! Instagram provides an archive feature where you can save those photos that you don't want to delete but don't want to be displayed on your public profile. In this article, we will explain how to access these archived photos easily and quickly. Keep reading!
Step by step ➡️ How to View Archived Photos on Instagram
How to View Archived Photos on Instagram
- Log in to your Instagram account.
- Open the Instagram app on your mobile device or access the website on your computer.
- Click the profile icon in the lower right corner of the screen.
- Once in your profile, look for the file icon in the top right corner, which looks like a circle-shaped arrow pointing down.
- Click the file icon to access your archived photos.
- On the “Archive” page, you will be able to see all the photos you have previously archived. These photos no longer appear on your public profile, but are still visible only to you.
- To view a particular photo, simply click on it.
- When you open an archived photo, you'll also see the interactions it has received, such as comments and likes.
- If you want to show a photo again on your public profile, select the “Show on profile” option. The photo will be moved from the archive section to your main profile.
- If you decide to no longer display an archived photo on your profile, simply select the “Unarchive” option and the photo will return to the archive section.
- Remember that only you can see archived photos, unless you show them again on your public profile.
Q&A
How to View Archived Photos on Instagram
1. How to access my archived photos on Instagram?
- Open the Instagram app on your mobile device.
- Tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner.
- Tap the three horizontal lines icon in the top right corner.
- Select “File” from the drop-down menu.
- Tap “Archived Posts” to access your archived photos.
2. How can I see a specific photo within my Instagram archive?
- Access your archived photos by following the steps above.
- Swipe up to see all archived photos.
- Tap on the photo you want to see in detail.
3. How can I unarchive a photo on Instagram?
- Access your file by following the steps in the first statement.
- Select the photo you want to unarchive.
- Tap the three dots icon in the top right corner of the photo.
- Tap “Show in profile” to unarchive the photo and show it again on your profile.
4. Can I see other users' archived photos on Instagram?
No, only you can view and access your own archived photos. Other users' files are not visible to you.
5. Where can I find archived photos on Instagram from the web version?
Currently, the archive feature is only available on the Instagram mobile app. Archive cannot be accessed from the web version.
6. Can I archive and unarchive videos on Instagram?
Yes, you can archive and unarchive both photos and videos on Instagram by following the same steps mentioned above.
7. Can my followers see my archived photos on Instagram?
No, archived photos are not visible to your followers or other Instagram users. Only you can access them.
8. How can I filter archived photos by date on Instagram?
- Open your file in the Instagram app.
- Tap the magnifying glass icon in the top right corner.
- Write the desired date in the search field.
- Tap “Search” to filter photos archived by that date.
9. Are my comments and likes deleted when I archive a photo on Instagram?
No, when you archive a photo, your comments and likes associated with that photo will remain intact. Only the visibility of the photo will be hidden on your public profile.
10. How can I recover a photo that I deleted by mistake from my archive on Instagram?
Unfortunately, there is no option to recover a mistakenly deleted photo from your archive on Instagram. However, you can repost the photo or upload it again if you still have it saved on your device.
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.