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Instagram Reels Downloader

Download public Instagram Reels in seconds. Paste the Reel URL and save as MP4.

Paste a public Instagram Reel URL

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Turn this downloaded clip into an ad with captions, hooks, highlights, and talking avatar videos in minutes.

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How to Download Instagram Reels

1

Copy Reel Link

Open the Reel and copy its URL.

2

Paste URL

Paste the Reel URL into the tool.

3

Download MP4

Choose quality and save the video.

Supported Formats and Quality

Download in multiple quality options based on source availability.

QualityResolutionFile SizeBest For
360p640x360~5-8 MB/videoQuick previews and story drafts
480p854x480~10-15 MB/videoStandard mobile viewing
720p HD1280x720~20-30 MB/videoInstagram Reels and Facebook
1080p Full HD1080x1920 (vertical)~30-50 MB/videoTikTok and professional repurposing

File sizes are approximate and vary based on content length, motion, and compression.

Popular Use Cases

Content Creators

Repurpose Short Videos Across Every Platform

Download once and republish to TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels, and Shorts to maximize reach without recreating content.

Social Media Managers

Multi-Platform Content Strategy

Back up client content and reuse vertical videos across multiple accounts with platform-specific edits and posting schedules.

Influencers and Coaches

Archive Top Performing Videos

Preserve your best-performing videos for future reuse, campaign recap reels, and long-term content libraries.

Video Editors

Source Clips for Client Projects

Collect short-form source material and edit it into compilations, tutorials, and polished ad creatives in your editing stack.

Brands and Marketers

Competitor Analysis and Inspiration

Study successful hooks, pacing, captions, and structure from high-performing public posts in your niche.

Personal Use

Keep Favorite Videos Offline

Save helpful tutorials, workouts, recipes, and educational clips so you can revisit them anytime.

Optimization Playbook

Pro Tips

Use these workflows to improve repurposing quality, retention, and cross-platform performance.

1

Repurpose downloaded videos across TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels, Shorts, and Snapchat Spotlight.

2

Download in the highest quality available to preserve clarity after each platform re-compresses uploads.

3

Archive your viral videos early in case audio changes, policy flags, or deletions affect future access.

4

Analyze competitor videos for opening hooks, pacing patterns, caption style, and editing cadence.

5

Build compilation edits and longer tutorials from your short-form clips.

6

Add custom captions, branding, and calls-to-action before cross-posting to improve conversion.

7

Create an internal swipe file organized by hook type, format, and topic for faster ideation.

8

A/B test different first three-second hooks per platform to improve retention.

9

Save versions that use trending audio quickly before rights restrictions change availability.

10

Reuse downloaded clips as intros, transitions, or B-roll in long-form videos and podcasts.

11

Create platform-specific CTA variants from one source file to improve audience response.

12

Back up client campaign content for portfolio proof and continuity planning.

Common Issues and Solutions

Try these solutions:

  • Check the post is public (not private or restricted).
  • Verify the URL is valid for the platform (for example youtube.com/shorts/... or the canonical share link).
  • Try a different quality option such as 720p or 480p.
  • Clear browser cache and cookies, then retry.
  • Some age-restricted, copyright-protected, or monetized posts cannot be downloaded.

Browser Compatibility

No extension needed

Processing happens server-side, so no extension or plugin is required.

Desktop Browsers

ChromeFirefoxSafariEdgeOpera

Mobile Browsers

iOS SafariChrome MobileSamsung InternetModern Android browsers

Works on all modern browsers and devices

Download processing is cloud-based, so your experience stays consistent across desktop and mobile.

Privacy, Security and Compliance

Your Privacy Matters: Our service operates with complete transparency. We only work with publicly accessible social media content and keep a strict no-storage policy. Media is not retained after download completion.

Secure by Design: Every connection uses SSL/TLS encryption. Video and audio processing runs through secure protocols, and we never request personal credentials or account access.

Legal Responsibility: This downloader is intended for personal use and for content you own or have explicit permission to download. You are responsible for compliance with copyright law, platform Terms of Service, and local regulations.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: This tool is provided as-is without warranties. By using this service, you agree that you are solely responsible for lawful usage and authorization. Unauthorized redistribution, reproduction, or commercial use of copyrighted material may result in legal action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Copy the Reel URL, paste it into the tool, and download the available file quality.

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