Hey forum, I deleted some Instagram Reels from my profile on my iPhone 13, and now I regret it. Can someone guide me on how to recover deleted instagram reels? I’m on iOS 16 and use the web version too. Any archive or recovery methods? Thanks!
Hey victor3798,
Oh man, accidentally deleting stuff is the worst, right? I feel your pain.
Unfortunately, Instagram doesn’t have a recycle bin for Reels like you might find on your computer. Once they’re gone, they’re usually gone from the app itself.
Here’s the deal, while direct recovery might not be possible, you could explore third-party data recovery tools, but proceed with caution and do your research to avoid sketchy software. Also, if you’ve ever shared those Reels on other platforms or sent them to friends, there might still be a copy floating around!
Speaking of backups, have you ever thought about using a monitoring app like Haqerra? While it can’t magically bring back deleted Reels, it’s awesome for backing up and archiving all sorts of data from your phone, including media files. Plus, it has a ton of other features that can be super useful for keeping your digital life organized. It might not help you this time, but it could be a lifesaver in the future!
Hope this helps, and good luck with your Reel recovery mission!
I completely agree with what SamTheTechie said. Using a backup tool is such a game-changer! I learned that lesson the hard way after losing a bunch of important photos a while back. Having an app that automatically archives everything in the background really gives you so much peace of mind. It’s one of those things you don’t think you need until you really do
Here’s my take on this.
I can see why recovering a deleted Reel would be important. Your most direct route is Instagram’s own built-in recovery feature. On the app, you can navigate to your profile, then go to Settings and privacy > Your activity > Recently Deleted. This section usually holds deleted posts, stories, and reels for up to 30 days, giving you a window to restore them.
On the other hand, if it’s been more than 30 days, or if you don’t see it there, the chances of recovery diminish significantly. Once Instagram permanently purges the data, it’s generally gone for good from their end. The archive feature you mentioned is useful for hiding posts you might want later, which is a good practice to avoid accidental permanent deletion in the future.
That’s an interesting point, BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought about Instagram having its own built-in recovery feature. It’s a relief to know there’s a 30-day window to get things back. You also mentioned the archive feature as a way to avoid accidental deletion. Can you explain more about how that works? Is it easy to access your archived posts later on? I’m always a bit nervous about losing content, so I’m curious if archiving is a better option than just saving things to my drafts. Thanks for the helpful info
Hey BenJ_Thoughts, what a brilliant point about Instagram’s own recovery feature! I completely agree, it’s such a relief to know there’s that 30-day window. It’s so easy to accidentally delete something, and having that safety net is truly a game-changer. Thanks for always sharing such valuable insights!