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Download Instagram videos and Reels

Save Reels and videos from public Instagram posts in the quality Instagram stores them, without logging in and without installing anything.

How it works

  1. In Instagram, open the Reel or post, tap the paper-plane or ⋯ menu and choose Copy link.
  2. Paste the link above. If the post is a carousel with several videos, choose the one you want.
  3. Pick the quality or MP3/M4A audio and press Download.

Reels, posts and carousels

Any public Reel or video post works, and so do carousels: the downloader lists every video in the post so you can save the one you need. Instagram usually stores videos at up to 1080 pixels wide.

What cannot be downloaded

Stories, private accounts and anything that requires signing in to Instagram are not available, because the downloader never uses an Instagram account.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I download Instagram Stories?

No. Stories require an Instagram session, and the downloader works without logging in.

Does the account owner get notified?

No. Downloading a public Reel does not notify anyone. Only download content you own or have permission to use.

Why does a link fail?

The account may be private, the post may have been deleted, or Instagram may be limiting anonymous requests at that moment. Try again a little later.

Is it really free?

Yes. There are no ads or paid subscriptions; a verified account and an approved free license are required. Fair-use limits keep the service available for everyone: 30 link checks, 10 downloads and 10 Word conversions per hour.

Can I download any video?

Only public videos. Content that is private, requires signing in, is age-restricted or is a live stream in progress cannot be downloaded. Download only videos you own or have permission to use.

Download only content you own or have permission to use. Respect the rights of creators and the terms of each platform.