How long do Instagram Stories last?

Instagram Stories typically last for 24 hours from the time they are posted. After 24 hours, they automatically disappear from your profile and feed, unless you choose to save them as Highlights or archive them. Highlights are a feature that allows you to save and showcase your favorite Stories on your profile, making them visible to your followers even after they have disappeared from your regular Story feed. Archiving allows you to save your Stories privately and access them later if needed. Keep in mind that Instagram may introduce new features or updates that could affect the duration or visibility of Stories in the future.