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Have you created an on-trend TikTok video and want more people to see it? From behind-the-scenes and challenge videos to tutorials and review videos, easily gain more visibility and increase your reach by cross-posting TikTok video to Instagram!
With both social media platforms sharing the same video requirements, repurposing trending TikTok videos has become a whole lot faster and cheaper. Explore more about how to post TikTok on Instagram Stories, Reels, and feed posts with Clipchamp.
Why post videos from TikTok to Instagram?
Can you post TikTok videos on Instagram? Of course, and you should. Content creators post where their audience is. Professional creatives don’t wait for their audience to find them. That’s why it’s a common practice to repost TikTok to Instagram. Cross-posting TikTok videos to Instagram boosts your efficiency, connect with more audiences, and expand your reach.
Repurpose videos and save time
Instagram’s algorithm promotes the same vertical video format and 9:16 aspect ratio as TikTok does.
Cross-posting the same content saves time.
No need to make multiple videos for different social media platforms.
Find new viewers
Not everybody on TikTok is on Instagram and vice versa.
TikTok and Instagram followers have different demographics and locations.
Cross-posting means your content isn’t platform exclusive.
Grow your social media presence
Multiply your presence by being active on multiple platforms.
Generate more views across multiple accounts.
Create more sources to drive traffic to your profile or website.
How to resize TikTok for Instagram video formats without a watermark
It’s not that you can’t share TikTok to Instagram, but Instagram doesn’t favor video posts that have a TikTok watermark, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t cross-post your videos.
If you want to know how to post a TikTok on Instagram without a watermark, a simple method is to never add it in the first place. Avoid having TikTok’s watermark on your videos by not creating and editing directly in the TikTok app. You can resize video online and never worry about watermarks simply by creating and editing your social media videos online for free with Clipchamp. You can directly export for TikTok and other social media platforms.
Create your video then adjust the aspect ratio to suit any social media platform. Then you can share the same content in different formats like 1:1 for Instagram feeds, 9:16 for Instagram Stories and Reels, or 16:9 for YouTube.
Save your watermark-free TikTok videos in 1080p HD video resolution to your computer or phone. You can also share videos directly to TikTok from the export page.
You can then resize video for TikTok and Instagram Stories and feed videos following these steps.
How to post a TikTok video on Instagram Reels
Save your TikTok video from Clipchamp in 9:16 aspect ratio and 1080p HD video resolution.
Create a new Instagram Reel using the TikTok video.
Write a video description including hashtags and CTAs where necessary.
Share your Instagram Reel.
How to post a TikTok on Instagram Stories
There are two methods on how to share TikTok to Instagram.
Share your TikTok video link directly to Instagram Stories
Download your TikTok video from TikTok. This will include a watermark.
Create a new Instagram Story and upload the TikTok video.
Add a direct link to your TikTok profile or video.
Share your Instagram Story.
Share your TikTok video made with Clipchamp to Instagram Story
Save your video from Clipchamp in 9:16 aspect ratio and 1080p HD video resolution.
Create a new Instagram Story and upload your video (no watermark).
Add a direct link to your TikTok if you want viewers to convert to TikTok followers.
Share your Instagram Story.
How to post a TikTok video on Instagram with Clipchamp
Resize video for Instagram feed posts by using the change aspect ratio tool in Clipchamp.
Step 1. Upload your TikTok video to Clipchamp
Import your TikTok video into the your media tab then drag and drop it onto the editing timeline.
Step 2. Change your video aspect ratio
Adjust the aspect ratio by clicking the aspect ratio selector at the top right corner of the editor. Select the 9:16 aspect ratio for Instagram stories and feed posts or the 1:1 aspect ratio for Instagram grid posts.
Step 3. Crop and refine your video
Adjust the borders of your clip by clicking fit, fill, and crop on the floating toolbar.
Step 4. Save and share your video
Preview and export your video in 1080p HD and save to your computer or OneDrive, then upload to your Instagram account.
Frequently asked questions
Do TikTok and Instagram have the same video requirements?
Yes. If your Instagram Reel includes a TikTok watermark, Instagram’s algorithm can demote your Reel. Posting TikTok videos on Instagram won’t breach copyright, but it can impact expected reach. We recommend creating videos with Clipchamp to avoid repurposing content being demoted.
Can Instagram demote my content if it’s from TikTok?
Yes. If your Instagram Reel includes a TikTok watermark, Instagram’s algorithm can demote your Reel. We recommend creating videos with Clipchamp to avoid repurposing content being demoted.
How do I share a TikTok video link to my Instagram Story?
All you have to do is create a new story, click on the sticker icon, then the link button and add your link.
Is TikTok or Instagram Reels better for business?
Both social media platforms are great marketing tools for businesses, but your target audience and what content your viewers like will determine which platform you should use.
Ready to save time and repurpose your TikTok videos to Instagram? Forget about watermarked videos and appear higher on the Instagram feed. For more video repurposing ideas, check out how to post YouTube videos to Instagram and how to change the aspect ratio of a video.
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