How to Add Music on Instagram Stories

Author: Simridhi | Guide: Instagram |

There are several ways to make your Instagram stories fun. You can do it by creating Instagram story questions, doing polls, or adding music. Do you want to add music on Instagram stories? If yes, this article will help you go through the process step-by-step. You should read further to get your guide. Follow along to learn with images.

Add music on Instagram stories in 7 Easy Steps

Step-1 Open Instagram: In the first step, you just need to

  • Find your Instagram app and open it.
  • In case, you don't want an app, go to Chrome and open Instagram.
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Step-2 go to story: In the step 2, you have to go to your Instagram story, you can do it by clicking on Your Story in the top left of your screen.

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Step-3 choose image: Now you need to swipe right of your story screen on Instagram for your gallery to show up

  • Select the photo you want to post and add the music to.
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Step-4 Goto stickers: Now you will see the picture you have selected:

  • You will also see a sticker icon in the top.
  • Click on the Stickers icon.
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Step-5 music: In the search bar of stickers, type music:

  • You will get the music sticker
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Step-6 search music: In this step you need to search the music or the song you are looking for.

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Step-7 share to story: After you're done selecting and applying the music of your choice:

  • Customise your story according to your taste.
  • Post your story by clicking on Your Story.
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These steps will make it very efficient to add music to your IG stories. In the same way, if you want to learn how to set up Instagram story ads, you can learn it in a few simple steps.

FAQs

Why can't I add music to my Instagram stories?

You can't add music to your Instagram stories probably because the region which you live in has not allowed this feature due to copyright issues.

Why am I getting limited music options?

Probably you have logged in to your business account. Try shifting to your personal account or your creator account.

I am not able to find all songs on Instagram?

You are not able find all songs on Instagram because of using your business account. Try shifting to a personal account for a better experience.

I am trying to find a song, but Instagram says "song currently not available." What should I do?

Try to update the Instagram app. Or check your internet connection to get the song you are looking for.

How do I update Instagram to fix my issue?

Go to Playstore. Search Instagram. Select Instagram app from the suggestions list. Click on Update.

Why is business Instagram not allowed to have the same music feature?

Business Instagram is not allowed to have the same music feature due to copyright issues as mentioned above.

These frequently asked questions will make you have no doubts or queries about adding music to your stories.

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