How to Delete Old Instagram Stories
Are you tired of scrolling through your Instagram Stories and seeing outdated content? Do you want to keep your profile fresh and organized? Deleting old Instagram Stories is a simple process that can help you achieve just that. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to delete old Instagram Stories on both iOS and Android devices.
Step 1: Open Instagram
The first step to delete old Instagram Stories is to open the Instagram app on your smartphone. If you haven’t already installed the app, you can download it from the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play Store (for Android).
Step 2: Access Your Stories
Once you have the Instagram app open, tap on the camera icon at the bottom of the screen. This will take you to the camera screen where you can view your Stories. Scroll through your Stories until you find the one you want to delete.
Step 3: Tap on the Story
When you find the old Story you want to delete, tap on it. This will open the Story in full screen mode.
Step 4: Swipe Left
While viewing the Story, swipe left on the screen. This will reveal a menu with various options, including the “Delete” button.
Step 5: Tap on “Delete”
Tap on the “Delete” button to delete the old Story. You will be prompted to confirm your choice. Once you confirm, the Story will be deleted from your profile.
Step 6: Repeat for Other Stories
If you have more old Stories that you want to delete, repeat steps 3 to 5 for each Story.
Alternative Method: Delete Stories from the Stories Archive
If you have accumulated a large number of Stories and want to delete them all at once, you can use the Stories Archive feature. Here’s how:
Step 1: Go to Your Profile
Tap on the profile icon at the bottom right corner of the Instagram app to go to your profile.
Step 2: Tap on the “Stories” Tab
In your profile, tap on the “Stories” tab at the top of the screen. This will take you to your Stories Archive.
Step 3: Select Stories to Delete
Scroll through your Stories Archive and select the Stories you want to delete. You can tap on the Story to view it or swipe left to see more options.
Step 4: Tap on the “Delete” Button
Once you have selected the Stories, tap on the “Delete” button at the bottom of the screen. You will be prompted to confirm your choice. Once you confirm, the selected Stories will be deleted from your archive.
By following these simple steps, you can easily delete old Instagram Stories and keep your profile looking fresh and organized. Remember, you can always undelete a Story within 24 hours of deleting it, so don’t worry if you delete something by mistake.
