Instagram is home to countless entertaining and informative videos that you may want to save for offline viewing or sharing with others. While Instagram doesn’t have a built-in feature to download videos, there are several easy methods you can use.
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Using Third-Party Apps
The easiest way to download Instagram videos is by using a third-party app. There are specialized apps available for both iPhone and Android that allow saving videos with just a few taps.
For iPhone
Some top apps to download Instagram videos on iPhone include:
- Reposter: This popular app lets you download videos by simply copying the link from Instagram and pasting it in the app. You can save videos without watermarks or logos.
- Insave: Insave allows saving videos, IGTV videos, stories, and photos. You can download an unlimited number of posts and even save private posts (if you follow the profile).
- InstaSave: It enables downloading videos, photos, and IGTV seamlessly. You can also repost downloaded videos to Instagram or other sites.
For Android
Here are some of the best Instagram video saver apps for Android:
- InstaSave: Available for both Android and iOS, it lets you download unlimited posts and even private videos if you follow the profile.
- Video Downloader for Instagram: This app exclusively focuses on videos. Just share the video link, and it will be downloaded to your phone gallery.
- Repost for Instagram: Repost lets you download videos, photos, IGTV, and stories in high quality without any watermarks. You can then repost them to Instagram or other sites.
Using Websites
If you don’t want to download another app, some websites also allow saving Instagram videos. They work seamlessly on both mobile and desktop browsers.
Some popular sites include SaveIG, GramSave, SnapInsta, and more. The process involves just copying the Instagram video link and pasting it on the website to download. Most sites also allow bulk downloading multiple videos at once.
Using Screen Recording
Screen recording the Instagram video as it plays is another hassle-free way to save it on iPhone or Android.
On iPhone, you can use the built-in Screen Recording function by swiping to access the Control Center and tapping the Screen Record icon. Android devices have native screen recording capabilities as well. Open your quick settings and select Screen Record.
While recording the video, make sure to stop the recording before the video ends. Then you can access the downloaded video from your camera roll.
Saving Videos You’ve Uploaded
If you want to save a video that you uploaded to your Instagram feed or story, there is an easy built-in solution.
For feed videos: Go to your profile, tap on the video you want to save, tap on the three-dot menu at the top, and select ‘Save Video’.
For story videos: Tap on your story while it’s live, tap on the three-dot menu at the bottom, and choose ‘Save’ to download it.
Changing Instagram Settings
You can also enable auto-saving of videos that you upload to Instagram directly from your camera or gallery.
Go to your profile, tap the three lines menu, go to Settings > Account > Original Posts and turn on ‘Save Original Posts’. Now all your uploads will automatically save to your camera roll.
Using Third-Party Downloaders
Some popular and safe third-party Instagram video downloaders include:
- 4K Stogram: Downloads photos, videos, stories and IGTV in high resolution. It has a user-friendly interface and helpful customer support.
- VideoHunter: Allows downloading unlimited public and private Instagram videos. You can save posts, IGTV, stories, highlights and live videos.
- SnapInsta: A free web-based tool to download photos, videos, stories and profile pictures without logging in.
Ensuring Safe Downloads
When downloading Instagram videos, make sure:
- You have the permission of the content creator if downloading someone else’s video
- To use reputable apps and sites to prevent malware or data theft
- Not to repost downloaded videos without giving proper credit
Using the right tools and methods, you can easily save any Instagram video to view, share and rewatch endlessly even without an internet connection!
