Convert YouTube Videos to Instagram Reels

Turn any YouTube video into an Instagram-ready Reel, Story, or post, directly from your browser.

Convert YouTube Videos to Instagram Reels

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Why Use Flixier to Convert YouTube to Instagram?

Crop for Any Aspect Ratio

Quickly resize your YouTube videos for Reels, Stories, Posts, or Carousels using built-in aspect-ratio presets and the Instagram Safe Zone tool. Make sure your captions and other important visuals remain visible across all devices.

Generate and Customize Captions

Craft eye-catching captions for silent scrolling. Edit or style text using hundreds of fonts, adjust placement, and even translate captions to tap into new markets. You can even generate accurate transcripts and repurpose content with ease.

Convert, Edit, and Enhance Audio or Video

Do more than just convert your YouTube videos. Cut clips, add transitions, tweak colors, enhance audio, generate new images, or create voiceovers in multiple languages. Create highly-polished Instagram content straight from your browser.

Repurpose YouTube Content in Minutes

Turn long-form YouTube videos into multiple short-form Reels or Stories. Repurpose videos and save time with fast cloud rendering and an easy-to-use drag-and-drop interface that works on any device and browser.

How to convert YouTube videos to Instagram online

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Import your YouTube video
Click the Get Started button above to open Flixier in your browser. All you have to do is paste a YouTube link to import your video instantly, or upload a file from your computer or cloud storage services.
2
Edit for Instagram
Trim unwanted parts, resize video for 9:16, 1:1, or 4:5 using the Aspect Ratio menu, and toggle on the Instagram Reel Safe Zone to avoid UI overlap. Add captions, transitions, filters, stickers, or GIFs to match your style.
3
Export or Publish
Head to Export, then select Video to download your Instagram-ready video to your device. You can also publish directly to Instagram via connected platforms.

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Still have questions?
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Can I post a YouTube video to Instagram?

You can post a YouTube video to Instagram in a matter of minutes, without needing to download any expensive software. Directly import a YouTube video into Flixier, play around with editing, and then post your video straight to Instagram, right from your browser.

Is it allowed to post YouTube videos on Instagram?

Not only is it allowed to post YouTube videos on Instagram, but it is encouraged to do so. Repurposing your video content is a great way to showcase it to different audiences on more than one platform.

Can you transfer a YouTube video to Instagram?

You can seamlessly transfer a YouTube video to Instagram, without going through the hassle of downloading the video and tediously cropping straight from the latter’s interface. Just copy the link, paste it into our online video editor, trim it as you desire, and seamlessly export it right to Instagram.