The fastest way to copy an Instagram comment
On Instagram, the method to copy a comment depends on whether you are using a phone or a computer. On your phone, press and hold the comment text until a menu appears, then tap Copy. On a computer, right-click the comment and select Copy from the menu that appears. The comment text is now in your clipboard and ready to paste anywhere — into a message, a note, another app, or another social media platform.
This works the same way whether the comment is yours or someone else's. Instagram does not restrict copying comments from other people, and the person who wrote the comment will not be notified that you copied it. You can paste the text into any app on your device without leaving Instagram.
Key Takeaways
- Press and hold a comment on your phone, or right-click on a computer, to see the copy option.
- Copying a comment does not notify the person who wrote it.
- You can copy comments from anyone, not just your own.
- The copied text can be pasted into messages, notes, or any other app on your device.
Copying a comment on iPhone or Android
Open the Instagram app and find the comment you want to copy. Press and hold your finger on the comment text itself — not on the person's name or profile picture, but on the actual words of the comment. A menu will pop up with several options. Tap Copy, which is usually near the top of the menu.
Once you tap Copy, the comment text moves to your clipboard. You will not see any confirmation message, but the text is ready to paste. Open any other app — Messages, Notes, WhatsApp, Gmail, or any text field — and press and hold until a paste option appears, then tap Paste. The comment text will appear in that app.
If the menu does not appear when you press and hold, make sure you are pressing directly on the comment words, not on the white space around it. Some comments with links or special formatting may behave slightly differently, but the copy function still works the same way.
Copying a comment on a computer or web browser
Go to Instagram.com and log in. Find the post with the comment you want to copy. Right-click directly on the comment text. A menu will appear with options including Copy. Click on Copy, and the comment text is now in your clipboard.
You can then paste it into any program on your computer — a text document, an email, a browser search box, or any other process. Use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (on Windows) or Command+V (on Mac) to paste, or right-click and select Paste from the menu.
What happens to the comment after you copy it
Copying a comment does not change anything about the original comment on Instagram. The comment stays exactly where it is, with the same number of likes and replies. The person who wrote the comment will not receive a notification that you copied it. Instagram does not track or log when someone copies a comment.
The text you copied is stored in your device's clipboard, which is temporary storage. If you copy something else — a photo, a link, or another piece of text — the new item replaces the comment in your clipboard. If you want to keep the comment text permanently, paste it into a note or document on your device.
Copying comments that contain links or special characters
Comments with links, hashtags, or emoji copy the same way as regular text. When you copy and paste them, all the special characters come along. If a comment says "Check out @username or #hashtag or 🎉", the entire thing — including the @ symbol, the # symbol, and the emoji — will paste into your new location.
If you paste a comment with a link into a messaging app or social media platform, that platform may automatically turn the link into a clickable link. This depends on the app you are pasting into, not on Instagram. The copied text itself is just text; what the receiving app does with it is up to that app.
Why you might want to copy a comment
People copy comments for many reasons. You might want to share a funny or helpful comment with a friend in a private message. You might want to save a comment that answers a question you had. You might want to quote someone's comment in your own post or story. You might want to report a comment to Instagram by copying it and pasting it into a report form.
None of these actions violate Instagram's rules. Copying and sharing a comment is not the same as impersonating someone or claiming their words as your own — as long as you make clear who wrote the original comment when you share it with others.
If the copy option does not appear
If you press and hold a comment on your phone and no menu appears, try pressing and holding for a full second or two. Sometimes a quick tap is not enough. Make sure you are pressing on the comment text itself, not on the name, date, or like button near the comment.
If you are on a computer and right-clicking does not work, try a different web browser. Some older browsers or browser extensions can interfere with the right-click menu. If the comment is very old or has been partially deleted, Instagram may not allow copying, though this is rare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the person who wrote the comment know I copied it?
No. Instagram does not notify users when someone copies their comment. The original commenter will not see any indication that you copied their text.
Can I copy a comment that someone deleted?
No. Once a comment is deleted from Instagram, it is no longer visible and cannot be copied. You can only copy comments that are currently showing on the post.
Does copying a comment remove it from Instagram?
No. Copying a comment leaves the original comment exactly as it is. The comment stays on the post with all its likes and replies unchanged.
Can I copy multiple comments at once?
No. You must copy one comment at a time. There is no built-in way to select and copy several comments together on Instagram.
What if I copy a comment and then close the app?
The comment text stays in your clipboard until you copy something else or restart your device. You can close Instagram and paste the comment into another app whenever you want.