Send, listen to and record an Instagram voice message?

We answer all your questions about Instagram voice messages. How do I send a voice message? How do I listen to Instagram audio? How do I record an Insta voice message?

Send, listen to and record an Instagram voice message?
Emeric
Senior Content Writer @ BoostFluence
Social Media
February 12, 2025

Are you having trouble using Instagram voice messages? Don't know how to listen to them? Send them? Record them?

No worries, just read on to find out.

Making an Instagram voice message can sometimes save you precious time on a reply, while adding a personal touch to your exchanges. It would be a shame to deprive yourself of this practical and intuitive feature of Instagram messaging, which can also strengthen engagement with your followers or offer a warmer, more direct customer service.

It's also a great way to talk with your friends on Instagram, engage your followers or respond to your customers in a more personalized way.

It's time to answer all your questions about Instagram voice messaging.

How to send an Instagram voice message?

You can send Instagram voice messages from the social network's messaging service.

To see the messages you've sent or received with Instagram Direct, tap the emoticon at the top right of your News Feed (on the airplane icon). From here, you can manage all your messages and discussions.

To send a voice message:

  1. Open a conversation.
  2. Tap and hold the mic and start recording your message.
  3. Release your finger when you've finished recording this will send your recording. This will send your recording.
  4. To cancel your message, continue to hold the mic and move your finger to the trash.
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To send hands-free voice messages:

  1. Open a conversation.
  2. Hold the mic and slide your finger upwards until unlocked.
  3. Release your finger while continuing to record.
  4. Touch to send your message or cancel by touching the trash.
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If you record more than one message in a row, the messages will be played back one after the other for the recipient.

How to listen to your Instagram voice messages again?

You've sent a Instagram voice message and want to listen to it, nothing could be easier, just click play. Your recording will then start automatically.

Unlike photos sent live, Instagram vocals remain unlimited in time. So you can replay them whenever you like. Unless are the sender to remove his Instagram message obviously.

How to record an Instagram voice message?

Have you received an Instagram voice message and want to record it? It's possible in just a few easy steps. Whether you're on IOS, Android or computer, you can record an Instagram audio message. Here are the 3 methods for recording an Instagram message.

Method #1: Recording an Instagram voice message on Android

With this method, you'll be making a screen recording. This will be perfect if you have a Xiaomi, Samsung, LG or OnePlus device, as they have a built-in screen recorder.

Even if you don't, then you can download any screen recorder that supports internal recording. AZ Screen Recorder (Android / iOS) is a good choice. As for built-in recorders, follow the steps below.

Here's how to record an Instagram audio message on Android:

  1. Go to your screen recorder and activate it.
  2. Make sure the system sounds option is enabled to record internal sound.
  3. Record the video as you play back the voicemails.
  4. Convert the video file to mp3 via a third-party app or website.

Once done, you can easily listen to the audio on your phone.

Method #2: Recording an Instagram voicemail on iOS

A fairly simple method, you've guessed it. It's similar to the procedure above. Simply record the messages screen from the screen recorder pre-installed in iOS devices and convert them to mp3.

Here's how to record an Instagram audio message on iOS:

  1. Open Instagram and go to the chat whose voice messages you want to record.
  2. Open your iPhone control center down and click the screen recorder button to start recording.
  3. Start playback of the audio you wish to record.
  4. Stop screen recording after the audio has finished.
  5. Go to Photos and trim the video to the length of the voice message only.
  6. Convert the video file to mp3 via a third-party app.

When it comes to video conversion, you can also download a video to mp3 converter from the'App Store. Otherwise, many are available online, so it won't be a problem anyway.

Method #3: How to save an Instagram voicemail on PC

In this method, you'll need a Google Chrome extension by the name of Chrome Audio Capture. It records the audio being played on the screen and stores it in the selected location.

Then all you need to do is access the audio file and play it back.

Here's how to go about recording an Instagram voice on PC:

  1. Open Instagram on Chrome.
  2. Access the conversation you want.
  3. Navigate to the voicemail you need to download.
  4. Click "Start Capture" on Chrome's audio capture.
  5. Run the voicemail, and it will start recording record.
  6. Click "Stop Capture" when finished.
  7. Save the mp3 file to your PC.

To download the extension, all you have to do is search for the extension's name on Google and install it. It will only take you a minute.

Voice messages don't work

In case you can't send or listen to audio messages on Instagram, here are our recommendations.

Why can't I send audios anymore?

If you can no longer send audio messages on Instagram here are the steps to follow and checks to make:

  • Make sure in your settings that'Instagram has permission to use your microphone.
  • Update Instagram
  • Make sure it's not an Instagram bug or that you haven't blocked the person's instagram account. You can check this on downdetector or how to unblock instagram.
  • Log out and log back in to your account.
  • Delete cache data (on Android)
  • Test on the web version of Instagram.

Why can't I listen to a voicemail?

In the event that you can no longer listen to your audio messages, here's what you can do to unblock the situation:

  1. Make sure you have the volume turned on and that you're not connected to a bluetooth device.
  2. Check that you have enough internet connection to load the Instagram voice message.
  3. Ask the recipient who sent you this message if they can listen to their message. The problem may be with his recording or microphone.
  4. Update the social network.
  5. Make sure it's not an Instagram bug.

How do I know if a voice message has been read?

For both written and audio messages, the system is the same. Instagram displays under the last message that the person has seen the mention "seen".

But be careful, for an audio, this doesn't mean that your message has been listened to. Someone may have seen your voicemail when opening the chat, but listened to it later.

There's currently no more accurate way of knowing whether or not your voicemail has been listened to.

How to delete a voicemail without listening to it

You want to delete an Instagram message. We've written an entire article on the subject.

The deletion rules are the same for vocals.

To delete an Instagram vocal, here are the steps to follow:

  1. Go to the discussion where the vocal to be deleted is located.
  2. Long press on the Instagram voice message.
  3. Then click on the "remove" button.

Your message will then be deleted from the conversation and neither you nor the other person will be able to read it.

How to Use Voice Messages for Engagement & Business

Instagram voice messages are not just for personal chats—they are also powerful tools for influencers, brands, and businesses. Add a section explaining how to use them effectively:

Why Use Instagram Voice Messages for Engagement?

  • Personalized Responses: Brands and influencers can build stronger connections by using voice messages instead of text.
  • Faster Communication: Instead of typing, a quick voice note saves time and makes interactions more authentic.
  • Customer Support & Sales: Businesses can provide instant voice assistance and answer customer inquiries more efficiently.
  • Boost Follower Interaction: Engaging directly with followers via voice messages can
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