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Instagram direct message maker

Free Instagram DM Mockup Generator

Build a direct-message scene without opening a real Instagram conversation. Write both sides of the exchange, set the contact name and username, and adjust the avatar, timestamps and theme. Use a screenshot for a storyboard or record the supported conversation as an MP4.

Make one freeOpens this template in the editor. No account needed to edit. Nothing is posted to the named service.

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Sample Instagram scene made in Mimicly
The template’s sample scene as Mimicly renders it. You replace the names, photos and text.

How to make it

  1. Open the Instagram template in the web editor or the Mimicly iPhone app.
  2. Replace the sample names, photos and text with your own.
  3. Adjust times, counts and appearance until the preview looks right.
  4. Export a PNG or JPG, or press Record to save the conversation as an MP4 (desktop Chrome or Edge on the web, or the iPhone app).

What you can edit

  • Write both sides of a DM conversation and reorder the message sequence
  • Edit contact name, username, avatar, verification appearance and timestamps
  • Preview light or dark themes, export an image or record the supported chat

Good for

  • Draft a fictional DM exchange for a short film
  • Present an example customer-support conversation
  • Compare dialogue options before producing a social video

On your iPhone

The Mimicly app has the same templates, saves your projects and records supported chats as MP4.

Download on theApp Store

Questions

How do I create an Instagram DM mockup?

Open the Instagram template and replace the sample dialogue. Choose who sends each message, edit the contact details and timestamps, and check the preview. Export an image or use Record for an MP4 conversation.

Is this different from an Instagram post mockup?

Yes. A DM mockup shows a private-message-style conversation between people. A post mockup shows a feed item with a caption and engagement counts. Choose the template that matches your scene.

Do I need to sign in to Instagram?

No. Mimicly creates a separate visual scene and does not read your Instagram messages or send DMs. The names and dialogue are authored by you.

Do I need an account to export?

Yes, a free one. You can edit and preview without an account. Instagram DM is in the free collection, so a free account exports it without the watermark, as an image or a video. Pro adds higher resolution and share links.

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