How To Copy Instagram Comments: Step By Step Guide

Last Updated on June 3, 2025 by Marie Watkins

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One of the biggest reasons for Instagram’s fame is the community engagement and comment section. 

However, Instagram doesn’t give us a handy ‘copy’ button for the comment section, but there  are ways  to get around it. . In the article we will talk about how to easily copy and paste Instagram comments on different devices.  

How To Copy Instagram Comments? 

On Instagram  copying comments can be  necessary for marketers, and social media managers. Copying comments on Instagram depends on the device and browser used.. Here’s how to do it:

Copying Comments on Android Devices

For  Android users, copying comments can be as simple as following the steps below: 

Using Instagram App (Manual Workaround):

• Open Instagram and find the comment you wish to copy
• Take a screenshot of the comment
• Use Google Lens (Built into the Android phones or through the Google app)
• Select the comment in the screenshot > Tap ‘Copy Text’
• You can now find the copied comment in your Keyboard Clipboard.

Using Mobile Browser:

• Go to Instagram.com in your browser (typically Google or Chrome)
• Tap the three dots in the corner and enable ‘Desktop Site’.
• Log in and visit the post.
• Go to the comment section of the post and find the desired comment.
• Highlight the text with your finger > Tap ‘Copy’.

Copying Comments on Google Pixel

Google Pixel allows easier copying of the comments once you understand how to do it. Follow the below steps:

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• Open Instagram and go to the comments section.
• Swipe up from the bottom (with steady pressure) to open your recent apps.
• Find the Instagram window, then long-press on the comment you want.
• When the popup shows up > Tap ‘Copy’.

Copying Comments on iPhone (iOS)

Just like Android, the iPhone also doesn’t allow you to copy comments directly. Here’s how you do it:

Using Instagram App (Manual Workaround):

• Open the Instagram app and go to the post.
• Open the comment section and take a screenshot of the comment to be copied.
• Open the screenshot in your Photos app.
• Tap and hold on to the text to select it > Tap ‘Copy’.

Alternative: Safari Browser:

• Visit web Instagram in Safari and Log in.
• Request Desktop Site (tap the “AA” icon in the address bar)
• Navigate to the post > Tap and hold on to the comment to copy.

Copying Comments on Desktop

Using Instagram from a browser on a Desktop makes copying much easier and straightforward.

• Go to Instagram.com and log in.
• Navigate to the post and open the comments.
• Select the comment text with your cursor > Right-click > Copy.

How To Paste Copied Comments On Instagram?

Now that you have copied the comment, you can use it directly within Instagram stories, replies, or DMs. Here’s how to do it:

Pasting in Instagram Comment Section:

• Tap Comment under a post.
• Tap and hold in the text box > Select Paste.
• Edit the comment (if needed) and tap Post.

Pasting in Instagram DMs:

• Open the Messages (DMs) icon.
• Open the desired conversation.
• Tap and hold in the message bar > Tap Paste.
• Send as usual.

Pasting in Stories or Bio:

For Stories

• Open the Story editor.
• Tap the Text tool.
• Tap and hold > Paste.

For bios:

• Go to your profile > Tap ‘Edit Profile.’
• Go to the bio section, tap and hold > Paste the comment > Save.

Best Practices For Copying Comments On Instagram

While copying comments are  useful, you must follow best practices to ensure quality and accuracy.

Use Comments Respectfully

You must not copy comments or share without consent, especially in the case of private accounts or sensitive topics. You must respect user privacy and avoid using comments in a way that might lead to misinterpretation of the original context. Read how to add music to your Instagram post. 

Give Credit

If you’re quoting someone else’s comment in a post caption, story, or another platform:

• Always give credit with a username tag (e.g., “@username said…”).
• Don’t alter the comment out of context.

Avoid the use of Automation Tools.

There are several third party apps that claim to help in copying comments directly from the Instagram app. However, such apps often violate Instagram’s terms of use. What’s more, they can pose serious security risks to you and your personal information. So, please stick to the safe manual methods that we have described above.

Stay Informed of Updates

As of May 2025, Instagram’s native ‘Copy’ button for comments is still basically a myth, somewhere between wishful thinking and a NaN-level missing feature. However, with growing pressure for this basic accessibility feature, it’s highly likely that there might be a change in future updates. So, stay informed and 

keep your app updated. 

Final Thoughts

Although Instagram’s native app doesn’t allow comment copying, our mobile and desktop devices have made it possible for us. Now, if you want to save that clever reply that you want to mimic or hang onto some helpful feedback, don’t juggle with third-party apps for hours. 

Try the tricks that we have discussed above for safe and effective copying and pasting of the comments.