Instagram: How to Schedule a Live Video

Users can plan up to three months ahead

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Instagram now allows users to schedule their livestreams ahead of time, so that their followers can make plans to attend. Our guide will show you how to schedule an Instagram Live video.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the Instagram application on iOS.

Step 1: On the Instagram Live camera screen, tap the calendar icon on the left side of the screen.



Screenshot of the Instagram Live camera screen with a red arrow pointing at the calendar icon on the left side of the screen

Step 2: Tap “Video Title…” and type a name for your livestream. Note: If you have already have a scheduled live video on your account, you’ll need to tap “Add” in the top-right corner of the “Your Live Videos” screen before you can begin scheduling a new video.


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