Instagram Video Downloader
Save Instagram Reels, videos, Stories and photos in original quality. No login, no watermark — just paste the link.
How it works
Copy the Instagram link
Tap the three dots (⋯) on any post or Reel and choose Copy link. For Stories, copy the profile's story link from your browser.
Paste the URL
Drop the link into the box above and press Download. Reels, feed videos, carousels and photos are all detected automatically.
Save in original quality
Download the MP4 or full-resolution JPEG to your device. Carousel posts let you save every slide individually.
Everything on Instagram
Reels, feed videos, photo posts, carousels and public Stories — one tool covers all Instagram content types.
No login required
You never sign in or connect your Instagram account, so there's zero risk to your profile.
Original resolution
Files are fetched at the same quality Instagram serves — up to 1080p for Reels and full size for photos.
Carousel support
Multi-photo and mixed photo/video posts are unpacked so you can save each item separately.
Download Instagram Reels and videos online
Instagram has no built-in way to save someone's Reel or video to your camera roll — the app only lets you bookmark posts inside Instagram itself. YTVidDown fills that gap: paste the link of any public Reel, feed video, photo or carousel, and download the file in its original quality. Nothing is re-encoded, cropped or watermarked.
The downloader accepts every Instagram URL format: instagram.com/reel/…, instagram.com/p/… for posts and carousels, and share links copied from the mobile app. You do not need to log in, and we never see your Instagram account.
Save Instagram Stories before they disappear
Stories vanish after 24 hours, which makes them the content people most often want to keep. As long as the account is public, paste the story link and save the video or image before it expires. This is also the easiest way to archive your own Stories in full quality without trusting Instagram's data export.
Works on iPhone, Android and desktop
On a phone, the downloaded Reel goes to your gallery (Android) or the Files app (iPhone — from there, share to Photos). On desktop, you get a standard MP4 or JPEG download. Because everything happens in the browser, the same page works identically on every platform with nothing to install.
A note on fair use: download public content for personal viewing, backups of your own posts, or material you have permission to reuse. Re-posting someone's content without credit or consent violates both copyright and Instagram's terms.
Frequently asked questions
How do I download an Instagram Reel?
Tap the three dots or the share icon on the Reel, choose Copy link, paste it into the box at the top of this page and press Download. The Reel saves as an MP4 in its original quality.
Can I download Instagram Stories?
Yes, for public accounts. Copy the story link and paste it here before the story expires. Private-account stories cannot be fetched.
Can I save photos and carousel posts?
Yes. Paste the post link and every photo or video in the carousel is offered as a separate full-resolution download.
Do I need to log in with my Instagram account?
No. YTVidDown never asks for your credentials and never connects to your account, so there is no risk of your profile being flagged.
Is there a watermark on downloaded Reels?
No. You receive the original file exactly as Instagram serves it — no watermark and no quality loss.
Why can't I download from a private account?
Private posts are only visible to approved followers, and YTVidDown can only access what is publicly available. Content from private accounts cannot be downloaded.
Does it work on iPhone?
Yes. Use Safari, paste the link, and the file saves via the Files app. You can then move videos and photos into your camera roll.
Is this Instagram downloader free?
Yes — free, unlimited, and no signup. The service is supported by ads.