How it works
Rotate My Story prepares a photo or video so it can use the interactive rotation experience in compatible Instagram Stories. Everything happens inside your browser - your media is never uploaded.
How to Make a Rotating Instagram Story
Five steps from an ordinary photo to a 360° Instagram Story. No Meta glasses. No paid app. No complicated editing.
- 1
Upload a photo or video
Choose an existing photo, MOV or MP4 video from your phone.
- 2
Enable Motion Effect
Rotate My Story prepares your file for the compatible Instagram Story rotation experience.
- 3
Save to Photos
Save the finished file directly to your phone.
- 4
Open Instagram
Create a Story and select the prepared file.
- 5
Use the rotation effect
When available in Instagram, use the Spin View / rotating Story option and publish.
Instagram rotation status
Working
Last tested
Sep 5, 2026
Good to know
- Photos are saved as a high-quality JPG; videos are passed through untouched.
- iPhone gives the most reliable results today, especially for video.
- No smart glasses, paid app or account are needed.
- Instagram can change how its features behave, so results may vary over time.
For the full background on the trend, read the rotating Instagram Story guide.