If you've deleted a post on Instagram and want to get it back, you can "undo" the deletion by restoring it from the "Recently Deleted" section. This feature allows you to recover content for a limited time after it's been removed.
Here's how to restore a recently deleted Instagram post, according to the provided reference:
Steps to Restore a Recently Deleted Post
Instagram provides a specific section where deleted content is temporarily stored. You can access this section to bring posts, Stories, Reels, or IGTV videos back to your profile.
- Navigate to Settings: Open the Instagram app and go to your profile. Tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) in the top right corner, then select Settings.
- Access Account Options: In the Settings menu, tap on Account.
- Find Recently Deleted: Scroll down the Account options and tap on Recently Deleted.
- Select the Post: In the Recently Deleted section, you will see your deleted content. Tap the specific post you wish to restore.
- Initiate Restore: With the post open, tap the menu icon (typically three dots).
- Select Restore Option: From the options that appear, select Restore.
- Confirm Restoration: A confirmation prompt will appear. Tap Restore again to confirm and move the post back to your profile.
Once confirmed, the post should reappear on your Instagram profile as if it was never deleted.
Important Considerations
- Time Limit: Deleted content is typically held in the "Recently Deleted" folder for a limited time (e.g., 30 days for posts, 24 hours for Stories not archived). After this period, it is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
- Content Types: The "Recently Deleted" section usually holds various types of content, including photos, videos, Reels, Stories, and IGTV videos.
- Visibility: While in "Recently Deleted," content is only visible to you. Restoring it makes it public again according to its original privacy settings.
Summary of Restoration Steps:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1. Go to Settings | Open menu > Settings |
| 2. Access Account | Tap Account |
| 3. Find Deleted Items | Scroll down > Tap Recently Deleted |
| 4. Select Post | Tap the post you want to restore |
| 5. Tap Menu Icon | Tap the three dots (menu) |
| 6. Choose Restore | Select Restore |
| 7. Confirm Action | Tap Restore again to confirm |
This process allows you to effectively "undo" a deletion by bringing the post back from its temporary holding state.
