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How to download Instagram videos?

Arslan Jadoon
Written byArslan Jadoon
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Last edited on: Apr 3, 2026Published on: Mar 31, 2023
How to download Instagram videos?

Instagram does not allow users to download videos directly from the platform, but there are a few ways to download Instagram videos.

Here are some methods:

Method 1:

Download using a video downloader website:

Many websites allow you to download Instagram videos. Here’s how to download Instagram videos using a video downloader website:

Step 1: Open the Instagram app and find the video you want to download.

Step 2: Click on the three dots in the upper right corner of the video and select “Copy Link.”

copy link

Step 3: Go to a video downloader’s website, like “Snapinsta” and paste the link into the search bar.

Note: Before pasting, you could also use a link converter to shorten or clean up the URL, making it easier to share or save, while keeping things organized and trackable for future reference.

Step 4: Click download, and the video will be downloaded to your device.

Snapinsta

Also Read: How To Turn Off Vanish Mode On Instagram?

Method 2:

Download using a third-party app:

Here’s how to download Instagram videos using a third-party app:

Many third-party apps allow you to download Instagram videos. Here are some popular ones:

Video Downloader for Instagram: This app is available on iOS and Android. It allows you to download videos from Instagram by copying the video link and pasting it into the app.

video downloader for instagram

InstaSave: This app is available for Android and allows you to download Instagram videos by copying the video link and pasting it into the app.

instasave

Method 3:

Use a screen recording tool:

If the above methods don’t work, you can use a screen recording tool to record the video as it plays on your screen. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open the Instagram app and find the video you want to download.

Step 2: Start a screen recording on your device (the method varies by device).

Step 3: Play the Instagram video and let it play in full.

Step 4: Stop the screen recording and save the video to your device.

It’s important to note that some of these methods may violate Instagram’s terms of service, and downloading copyrighted content without permission is illegal. Make sure you have the necessary rights to the content before downloading.

And, if you frequently work with social media links or share downloadable content across platforms, Replug can serve as a handy hub, letting you manage and organize all your links easily before you share or download content.

You may also like: How to find live videos on Instagram?

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Arslan Jadoon

Arslan Jadoon

Arslan Jadoon is a SaaS content marketer with 3-4 years of experience creating blog posts, landing pages, and emails that help SaaS companies connect with their audience and grow. At Replug, he covers link management, URL shortening, branded links, and digital marketing, turning complex concepts into straightforward, actionable content for marketers and businesses alike.
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