Do you want to hide some photos and videos from your Instagram account but are unsure how to archive them on your computer? Fortunately, archiving Instagram posts on a desktop is straightforward with the help of an Android emulator.
This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of archiving Instagram posts on your computer, as well as viewing and unarchiving them.
Archive Instagram Posts on a Computer
To archive Instagram posts on your PC or Mac, you need to install an Android emulator along with the mobile version of the Instagram app.
Alternatives
If you prefer, you can also use other Android emulators like Nox Player, LDPlayer, MEmu, or Android Studio.
Step #1: Install Bluestacks on Your Computer
To start archiving Instagram posts using your computer, you first need an Android emulator like Bluestacks. Follow these steps:
- Open your web browser and visit the Bluestacks website.
- Click “Download Bluestacks”.
- Choose the download location on your computer and click “Save”.
- Open the downloaded file and click “Yes” on the dialog box that appears.
- Click “Install now” to begin the installation process.
Keep in Mind
After launching Bluestacks, sign in with your Google account to proceed.
Step #2: Install Instagram on Your Computer
With Bluestacks installed, the next step is to download the Instagram app:
- Open the Bluestacks app and type “Instagram” in the search bar.
- Click the Instagram app from the search results.
- A Google Play Store window will open. Enter your Google account credentials and click “Install”.
Step #3: Archive Instagram Posts
Now that Instagram is installed, you can archive posts using these steps:
- Launch the Instagram app within Bluestacks.
- Log in to your Instagram account.
- Click your profile icon in the lower-left corner.
- Locate the post you want to archive, click the three dots in the upper-right corner.
- Select “Archive” from the pop-up menu to hide the post from your feed.
Quick Trivia
When using Instagram through Bluestacks, the window size mimics that of a mobile phone screen.
Viewing Archived Instagram Posts
To view your hidden Instagram photos and videos:
- Ensure Instagram is installed via an Android emulator like Bluestacks.
- Launch the Instagram app within Bluestacks and log in.
- Click the profile icon at the bottom-right corner.
- Tap the three lines in the upper-right corner of the screen.
- Select “Archive” from the menu.
All Done!
You can view your archived posts by selecting “Posts Archive” from the top of the screen.
Unarchiving Instagram Posts
If you decide to make your archived posts visible again, follow these steps:
Step #1: Install Instagram on Your Computer
Make sure Instagram is installed via an Android emulator like Bluestacks, as detailed in the “Archiving Instagram Posts” section above.
Step #2: Open Archived Posts
- Launch Instagram within Bluestacks and log in.
- Click your profile icon and select the three lines from the top-right corner.
- Choose “Archive” from the menu. This will display all your archived posts.
Step #3: Unarchive Instagram Posts
- Open the post you wish to unarchive.
- Click the three dots in the upper-right corner of the post.
- Select “Show on Profile” to make the post visible again on your Instagram profile.
Summary
This guide provides a simple method for archiving Instagram posts on your computer and how to view or unarchive them. By using an Android emulator, you can easily manage your Instagram posts from a desktop, ensuring your feed remains curated as you wish.
