How to Download Instagram Videos, Reels, Stories & Photos

One method works everywhere: copy the link, paste it, download. Here it is, device by device.

The universal 3 steps

  1. Step 1: Copy the link from Instagram (Share → Copy Link).
  2. Step 2: Paste it into the matching downloader on this site.
  3. Step 3: Tap Download and save the original file.

iPhone (Safari)

  1. Open Instagram, tap Share on the post and choose Copy Link.
  2. Open Safari and paste the link into the downloader box.
  3. Tap Download. The file saves to Files > Downloads — long-press it, Share, Save Video to move it to Photos.

Android (Chrome)

  1. In Instagram, tap Share and choose Copy Link.
  2. Open Chrome, paste the link — many tools auto-submit on paste.
  3. Tap Download. The file appears in your Gallery or Downloads folder.

Windows / Mac (any browser)

  1. Copy the post link from instagram.com or the app.
  2. Paste it into the downloader and press Download.
  3. The MP4 or JPG saves to your Downloads folder. If it opens in a tab instead, right-click and choose Save Video As.

Troubleshooting

  • Private, removed or age-restricted posts cannot be downloaded — this is a privacy protection, not a bug.
  • If a download opens instead of saving, long-press (phone) or right-click (PC) and choose the save option.
  • If a link fails, copy it again — a truncated link is the most common cause.

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