Instagram Reels have become an exciting way to share and enjoy short videos, similar to TikTok. However, there may be times when you want to hide your shared Reels on Instagram temporarily. That’s where the Archiving feature comes in handy. This step-by-step guide will show you how to archive your shared Reels on Instagram and explain how to view and unarchive them later.
How to Archive Reels on Instagram
STEP 1: Open the Instagram app on your mobile device and ensure it is updated to the latest version.
STEP 2: Navigate to your profile section by tapping your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
STEP 3: Tap the “Reels” icon on your profile page to access your Reels.
STEP 4: Open the Reel that you want to archive by tapping it.
STEP 5: Once the Reel is open, tap the three dots (menu icon) in the bottom-right corner.
STEP 6: Select the “Manage” option from the dropdown menu.
STEP 7: Scroll down and tap on “Archive.”
STEP 8: Confirm the action to archive the Reel successfully.
That’s it! Your Reel is now safely stored in the Archive folder, and you can add multiple Reels to it as needed. If you encounter any issues, watch the video tutorial for additional guidance.
Alright! If you’re wondering how to unarchive these Reels, follow the steps below.
How to Unarchive Reels on Instagram
STEP 1: Open the Instagram app on your mobile device.
STEP 2: Navigate to your profile section by tapping your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
STEP 3: Tap on the menu icon (three lines) in the top-right corner.
STEP 4: Select ‘Settings’ from the menu.
STEP 5: In the setting menu, locate the “Archive” option and tap on it.
STEP 6: Tap on the dropdown menu icon in the header section of the Archive page.
STEP 7: Select “Posts Archive” from the dropdown menu.
STEP 8: You will now see all the Reels and photos you have archived.
STEP 9: To unarchive a Reel, tap on the Reel you wish to unarchive.
STEP 10: Tap on the three dots (menu icon) in the top-right corner.
STEP 11: From the dropdown menu, select “Show on Profile.”
And that’s it! Your Reel is now unarchived, along with all its previous likes and engagement stats restored.
For more tips, such as how to Archive a message on Instagram, keep these steps in mind.
What Happens on an Archived Instagram Reel?
- The likes, comments, and shares of the reel remain intact, as they are tied to the post itself.
- All remixes associated with this Reel will be deleted.
- Any content using this original audio will be muted.
However, the Reel becomes hidden from your feed and is no longer visible to visitors, making it impossible to gain new engagement while it remains archived.
Once you unarchive it, these will be restored and seamlessly reappear on your profile as if they were never gone. This feature is useful for organizing your feed without permanently deleting or removing valuable posts, ensuring they remain available to restore later.
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FAQ’s
1. Can people see my archived Reels?
No, archived Reels and posts are only visible to you.
2. How many Reels can you archive on Instagram?
There is no limit to the number of Reels you can archive. You can archive as many as you like.
3. Do archived Reels still count toward the total number of posts?
Yes, archived Reels still count toward your total post count on Instagram. However, they are hidden from your public profile.
