How to download an Instagram video
- Copy the video link. Open the reel, feed video or IGTV post, tap “⋯” and choose Copy link.
- Paste it above. Put the link in the box and tap Download video. ReelSaver grabs the original file from Instagram.
- Save the MP4. Preview it, then download the HD video — audio included — to your device.
Every Instagram video type
- Reels — short vertical videos, saved in HD with sound.
- Feed videos — the videos posted to a profile’s grid.
- IGTV / long-form — longer videos download the same way.
- Carousels — pull the video from a mixed photo-and-video post.
- HD + audio, always. Never a silent or re-compressed copy.
Which link should I paste?
Any public Instagram video link works:
- Reels — instagram.com/reel/…
- Video posts and carousels — instagram.com/p/…
- Older IGTV videos — instagram.com/tv/…
- Stories — instagram.com/stories/username/…
Use the Copy link option from the share menu in the app, or the address bar on instagram.com. Extra text after a question mark (like ?igsh=…) is fine — no need to remove it.
Tips for the best result
- Download over Wi-Fi for longer videos — they can be tens of megabytes.
- Keep the original file. Every time a video is re-uploaded or forwarded, it’s compressed again; share the downloaded file, not a copy of a copy.
- Check it plays with sound on Instagram first. If Instagram removed the music for copyright reasons, the download won’t have it either.
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Video FAQ
Which videos are supported?
Reels, feed videos and IGTV — any public video post on Instagram.
Is it HD with sound?
Yes. ReelSaver picks the combined video-and-audio stream at the best quality Instagram provides.
What file format do I get?
A standard MP4 that plays everywhere.
Do I need an account or app?
No. It runs in your browser with no login and nothing to install.
Can I download videos from private accounts?
No. Only public videos can be downloaded; private accounts are visible only to their approved followers.
Why does my video have no sound?
Usually because the creator muted it or Instagram removed licensed music. If it is silent on Instagram too, the download will be silent as well.