Use Instagram’s built-in save or bookmark features only for your own content or content you have permission to keep
Ask the story owner to send you the story directly
Request the creator to share the original media file with you
Use Instagram’s download data feature for your own account content
If the story is public and the creator allows sharing, use the app’s share options instead of downloading
Avoid third-party download tools for other people’s stories unless you have explicit permission
Respect copyright, privacy, and platform rules when saving any content