With the recent updates & changes to the button layout & aesthetic look of Instagram, we discovered that Instagram has removed support for Drafting Posts. ... To Draft a post on Instagram, follow these steps: Go to the profile tab from the bottom bar. Tap on the “+” option on the top right-hand side of your profile page.

Did Instagram get rid of drafts?

With this new update, Instagram will no longer prompt you to save the post as Draft. This change might be a gradual rollout and you may notice this change if you are having the new “Add” Interface. Drafting Posts was an easy and convenient way to have them ready prior to the posting time.

Why did my drafts disappear on Instagram?

Update your Instagram app

Check if you have the latest version of Instagram installed on your phone. If there is an “Update” button, press on it. Some people said that updating Instagram recovered their Reels Drafts. If you have the latest version and your Reels are still gone, let's go to step 2.