How to watch live video on Instagram in the browser

If you spend a lot of time on Instagram, you definitely have watched live videos on Instagram. But can you watch Instagram live video in the browser? The answer is both yes and no.

The first thing you need to know is that logging into an Instagram account on a web browser on a PC or Mac is not supported. Instead, you will need to download an extension.

Chrome IG Story was a method for watching live videos on Instagram, but it was no longer available. So what are the Chrome IG Story alternatives you can use instead?

How to use Desktop for Instagram

If you use a PC or Mac, the options to watch live videos on Instagram are extremely limited. So the article really recommends watching live Instagram videos through the Instagram mobile app. If you want detailed instructions on how to do this, see the Instagram help page for more information.

 https://help.instagram.com/699289326902954 

However, the extremely limited options for viewing Instagram Live videos on computers do not mean that there is no browser add-on for the application. There are many Instagram extensions for Chrome that provide more functionality for the site.

One of the best things the article tested was Devanco's Desktop for Instagram.

1. Download Desktop for Instagram

Using this app, you can search for recent videos and photos on Instagram. You can view everyone's stories, post your own videos on IGTV, download videos and photos from Instagram to your computer.

The developers claim that this extension can allow you to do everything you normally do on the Instagram mobile app, including watching live videos on Instagram.

The reality is not as expected, but of the many different extensions that allow you to watch Instagram video live in the browser, Desktop for Instagram is the best option.

Other additional applications worth a try

If you decide to find another way to watch live videos on Instagram, there are other apps worth checking out.

There is a tool called Loola.tv that lets you stream live video from desktop to multiple platforms. However, Loola is entirely aimed at content creators, not followers who want to see Instagram Live on PC. Meaning it is not suitable for viewing live video in the browser.

Another extension, Instagram Windows App for PC, also allows you to use Instagram on your computer. For a while, it was recommended to be a great option for anyone using a social networking site via a computer.

Unfortunately, the Instagram Windows App is not designed to support Instagram Live on PCs. This app also has a much lower rating than Desktop for Instagram, so please consider carefully before trying.