How to download an Instagram story
- Open the story link. Tap the “⋯” or the paper-plane ➤ on the story and choose Copy link (works for a story you can currently view).
- Paste it above. Drop the link in the box and tap Download story. ReelSaver pulls the original story media.
- Save it fast. Preview and download the video or photo to your device — do it before the 24-hour window closes.
What you should know about stories
- Stories expire in 24 hours. You can only save a story while it is still live — once it disappears, it’s gone for good.
- Video and photo supported. Story clips download in HD; story images download at full resolution.
- No watermark, no login. Files are clean, and you never enter your Instagram password.
- Any device. Works in the browser on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
Stories FAQ
Can I download a story after it expires?
No. Instagram removes stories after 24 hours, so save it while it is still visible.
Can I download story videos and photos?
Yes — both. Videos save in HD, photos at full resolution.
Will the person know I downloaded their story?
Downloading via ReelSaver doesn’t notify them. Note that simply viewing a story inside Instagram still marks you as a viewer.
Why did my story download fail?
Most likely it already expired, is from a private account, or was deleted. Try a story that’s currently live and public.