When Instagram Live Starts: How to Know and Never Miss It
Instagram Live is a powerful feature that lets users broadcast live video to their followers. But as a viewer, you might often wonder: "When does someone go live on Instagram?" or "How can I catch the live before it ends?"
Let’s break down how you can tell when an Instagram Live starts—and how you can make sure you never miss a moment.
🔔 1. Get Notified When Someone Goes Live
By default, Instagram sends notifications when someone you follow starts a live video. But if you’re missing them:
- Go to the user’s profile.
- Tap the bell icon (🔔) at the top right.
- Enable “Live Videos.”
Now you’ll get an alert the moment they start streaming.
🟣 2. Check the Instagram Stories Bar
When someone is live, their profile photo appears at the front of the Stories bar with a colorful ring and the word "Live" written underneath. Just tap it to join in real-time.
🗓️ 3. Scheduled Live Videos
Instagram allows creators to schedule live sessions in advance. When they do:
- A countdown sticker or post is often shared.
- You can tap “Remind Me” to get a push notification.
Creators sometimes also pin the live schedule to their profiles.
🧭 4. Follow Creators Who Post Regularly
Some influencers or pages go live at regular times—daily, weekly, or during events. Keep an eye on their Stories or posts for updates.
Even if you miss the start time or the whole live session, you’re not out of luck.
With Rewind Live, you can search, discover, and watch past Instagram Live videos—even after they’ve ended (if they were archived). It’s a game-changer for fans who want to stay in the loop with creators, interviews, or events without missing anything.
But What If You Miss It Anyway?
Instagram doesn’t always archive Lives for viewers. If the creator doesn’t choose to save the Live to their profile, it’s gone forever. This is where many viewers feel stuck.
📲 How to Record Instagram Lives with Rewind Live
That’s why we created Rewind Live—an app built for people like you who never want to miss another Instagram Live again.
With Rewind Live, you can:
- Automatically record Instagram Live sessions from your favorite accounts
- Watch them later at your convenience
- Never worry about Lives disappearing after streaming ends
✅ Final Thoughts
Knowing when an Instagram Live starts is all about being notified and staying connected. By turning on alerts and using helpful tools like Rewind Live, you can catch every moment—even after the live is over.
