Crop Audio for Instagram Story (15s limit)
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Why crop audio for Instagram Stories?
Instagram Stories are limited to 15 seconds per slide. While you can add music using the Instagram app, you are restricted to the songs available in their official library. If you want to use your own custom audio, a voiceover, or an original beat, you have to crop the audio yourself before uploading it.
This tool makes it incredibly easy to find the exact 15 second chunk of your audio that you want to share.
How to crop your story audio
Upload your audio file and use the sliders to highlight the exact section you want to keep. The tool restricts your selection to a maximum of 15 seconds so you know it will fit perfectly on Instagram.
You can listen to the preview to make sure you nailed the timing, and you can even add a quick fade in or fade out so the audio doesn't cut off abruptly. When you are ready, hit the export button to save your new 15 second clip.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I put this audio on my Instagram Story?
Instagram Stories actually require a video file. Once you have cropped your audio here, you can use our Audio to Video tool to combine it with a photo, and then upload that directly to your Story.
Why is the limit exactly 15 seconds?
Instagram physically limits every individual Story slide to 15 seconds. If you upload a 30-second audio clip, Instagram will chop it in half across two different slides.
Can I crop an audio file on my phone?
Yes, this tool works perfectly on iPhones and Android devices. You can just tap the screen to drag the crop handles and export the file directly to your camera roll.