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Are you tired of bland Instagram posts with no music? Instagram is a culturally influential platform that allows users to post pictures, stories, and add music. Adding music to your posts is an excellent way to capture your followers’ attention and engage them. In this blog post, we will discuss the different methods of putting music on Instagram posts.

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The Challenge of Putting Music on Instagram

Instagram allows users to add music to their posts, but the process is not straightforward. Instagram has limited the ways a user can add music to their posts due to copyright issues. You cannot use copyrighted music on Instagram without the owner’s permission, which can be challenging to get.

Things You Should Prepare for

Before discussing the methods, there are a few things you should prepare for in advance:

• You need a smartphone with a stable internet connection
• Download an audio editing app or software
• Create and edit your audio

Method 1: Via Instagram’s Music Library

Instagram has a massive library of music, and you can add them to your posts. Here are the steps for adding music using Instagram’s music library:

1. Open the Instagram app on your smartphone
2. Select ‘add a new post’ (plus icon) at the bottom of the screen
3. Select the ‘Music’ icon
4. Select the music option from the top of the screen
5. Browse the music library till you find the right track
6. Select the song you want to add and the duration of the track
7. Add the song to your post

Pros:

• You have access to Instagram’s music library
• You have full control over the audio selection and duration of the song

Cons:

• You can only add 15 seconds of the song in one Instagram story
• You cannot edit or modify the song further

Method 2: Use Third-Party Music Apps

Several third-party music apps can make life easier for you when it comes to adding music to your Instagram posts. Here are the steps for adding music using third-party music apps:

1. Download a third-party music app such as InShot, TuneUp, etc., from the app store
2. Select the song you want to add to your Instagram post
3. Edit the audio according to your preference
4. Select and crop the part of the audio you want to use
5. Export the new audio and save it to your phone’s music library
6. Open Instagram and select ‘add a new post’ (plus icon) at the bottom of the screen
7. Select the ‘Music’ icon and tap on ‘My Music’
8. Choose the audio you just exported and add it to your post

Pros:

• You have access to an extensive music library, including songs that are not available on Instagram’s Music Library
• You can edit and customize the audio to suit your needs

Cons:

• The process can be time-consuming as you need to download a third-party music app
• The app may have a steep learning curve

Method 3: Use Copyright-Free Music

You can use copyright-free music on your Instagram posts without worrying about legal issues. Here are the steps for adding copyright-free music to your Instagram post:

1. Search for copyright-free music on the internet
2. Download the selected song to your phone or computer
3. Edit and cut the audio duration to match your video
4. Import the audio file to your Instagram post

Pros:

• You don’t have to worry about copyright issues
• You can add any music to your video as long as it is copyright-free

Cons:

• The libraries of copyright-free music can be limited, which can make it difficult to find the right music
• The sound quality of copyright-free music may not be as good as that of copyrighted music

Why Can’t I Put Music on My Instagram?

Several reasons can prevent you from putting music on your Instagram post, including:

1. You have not updated your Instagram
2. You are using copyrighted music without permission
3. You have a poor internet connection
4. Your video has no sound or is mute

Here are some fixes for these issues:

1. Update your Instagram to the latest version to eliminate bugs and glitches
2. Use copyright-free music or obtain permission from the owner of the song to use it
3. Ensure that you have a stable internet connection before uploading your post
4. Make sure that your video has audio and is not mute

Additional Tips

• Always use high-quality music for your Instagram posts
• Make sure that the music matches the mood and style of your post
• Keep your audio duration short and sweet

5 FAQs about Putting Music on Instagram

Q: Can I add music to my old Instagram posts?

A: Unfortunately, Instagram does not allow you to add music to your old posts. You can only add music to a new post.

Q: What if I don’t like the music I added to my Instagram post?

A: If you are not happy with the music you added, you can always delete the post and start again.

Q: Can I monetize my Instagram post if it contains copyrighted music?

A: No, you cannot monetize your Instagram post if it contains copyrighted music.

Q: What if my Instagram app crashes while adding music to my post?

A: Close the Instagram app and reopen it. If the problem persists, try restarting your phone and your internet connection.

Q: Can I share a post with music in my Instagram story?

A: Yes, you can share a post with music in your Instagram story by clicking on the ‘Send to’ button under the post and selecting ‘Add to your story.’

In Conclusion

Adding music to your Instagram post is an excellent way to engage your followers and make your post stand out. In this blog post, we discussed the different methods of adding music to your Instagram post using Instagram’s music library, third-party music apps, and copyright-free music. We also provided additional tips to help you optimize your audio quality and answered some FAQs about putting music on Instagram.