Does Instagram Live Notify Screen Recording?

Instagram Live does NOT notify screen recording. The host and other viewers can not see when you screen record a live video on Instagram.

However, it may violate people's privacy to screen record Instagram Live without hosts’ permission although the live stream is available to the public. So, do not use the recordings for any illegal/commercial purposes and be mindful of sharing the content on any platform.

How to Screen Record Instagram Live?

It is easy to record an Instagram Live video on your mobile device. Both iOS and Android have the built-in screen recording feature to capture anything on your screen.

1. Play a live stream you want to record on Instagram.
2. Swipe down from the top of your screen to open Control Center.
3. Click REC button to start recording.
4. Click the REC button again to stop recording when the live is ended.
5. The recording will be saved to Photos app.

Also, you can record Instagram Live on PC with a reliable screen recorder. iTop Screen Recorder is a powerful free screen recorder that helps save Instagram Live to your computer without compromising quality.

Step 1. Download and install iTop Screen Recorder on your PC.

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Step 2. Log in your account and watch the live you want to record on Instagram app or Instagram.com.

Step 3. Launch iTop Screen Recorder. Go to Record > Screen.

Step 4. Select recording area. Turn on Speaker to record Instagram Live with audio. Click REC button to start recording. 

Step 5. When the live is ended, click Done button on the control bar to stop recording.

Now, you can find the screen recording in Files > Video in the screen recorder. Here, you can play, edit and share the screen recording at will.