If you want to share a TikTok with your Instagram followers, you may be wondering: how do you post a TikTok on your Instagram Story? TikTok makes it easy to share videos directly to Instagram, and you can also save the video and upload it manually if the direct share option isn’t available.
In this guide, you’ll learn the easiest ways to post a TikTok on Instagram Story, how to share it with a clickable link, and what to do if the share feature is missing.
Method 1: Share Directly From TikTok to Instagram Story
This is the quickest method.
Steps
- Open the TikTok app.
- Find the video you want to share.
- Tap the Share arrow on the right side of the video.
- Select Instagram Stories.
- Instagram will open automatically with the TikTok attached.
- Customize the Story with text, stickers, or GIFs if you want.
- Tap Your Story to post it.
The TikTok will be shared as an Instagram Story for 24 hours.
Method 2: Save the TikTok and Upload It Manually
Use this method if the Instagram Story option is missing.
Save the TikTok
- Open the TikTok video.
- Tap Share.
- Select Save video.
The video will be downloaded to your phone’s gallery or camera roll.
Upload to Instagram Story
- Open the Instagram app.
- Swipe right or tap Your Story.
- Open your Gallery/Camera Roll.
- Select the saved TikTok video.
- Add stickers, text, music, or effects if you want.
- Tap Your Story to publish it.
Method 3: Share a TikTok Link on Instagram Story
If you don’t want to upload the full video, you can share a clickable link.
Steps
- Tap Share on the TikTok video.
- Select Copy link.
- Open Instagram and create a Story.
- Tap the Sticker icon.
- Choose the Link sticker.
- Paste the TikTok link.
- Tap Done and place the sticker on your Story.
- Tap Your Story to post it.
Viewers can tap the sticker to open the original TikTok.
Will the TikTok Have a Watermark?
Yes. If you share directly from TikTok or save the video normally, it will include the TikTok watermark with the creator’s username.
The watermark helps credit the original creator.
Can You Share Someone Else’s TikTok?
Yes, as long as:
- The video is public.
- The creator has sharing enabled.
If the Save video or Instagram Stories option is missing, the creator may have restricted sharing.
Why Can’t I Share TikTok to Instagram Story?
Instagram Stories option is missing
Update both TikTok and Instagram to the latest versions.
Creator disabled sharing
Some creators restrict downloads and external sharing.
App glitch
Restart both apps and try again.
Internet connection problem
Check your Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.
Tips for Better Instagram Stories
Add your reaction
Use text or a selfie sticker to tell followers why you’re sharing the TikTok.
Use the link sticker
This lets viewers watch the original video directly on TikTok.
Trim long videos
Instagram Stories have time limits, so shorter clips work better.
Tag friends
Mention friends who might enjoy the video.
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