Free online tool for public Reels, posts, and TV

Instagram Video Downloader

Paste a public Instagram Reel, post, carousel, or TV link and download the MP4 Instagram exposes. No login, no app, and no desktop installer—use it in a phone or computer browser.

Download a public Instagram video

Works with public Instagram links in /reel/, /reels/, /p/, and /tv/ formats when Instagram exposes a video.

Complete the security check below before downloading.

Public Instagram links only. We do not ask for Instagram login details or store video files.

  • Paste a public Instagram /reel/, /reels/, /p/, or /tv/ link and download the available video online.
  • No Instagram login is required for public-link downloads.
  • Works for Reels, post videos, and IGTV/TV clips when Instagram exposes an MP4.
  • Does not support private accounts, Stories, Explore pages, or photo-only carousels.

What it does

Instagram Video Downloader features

Use this free Instagram video downloader to save one public video at a time: Reels, feed posts, carousel videos, and IGTV or TV clips, as the MP4 Instagram already publishes.

Phone showing a sharp daylight video of a person walking toward the sea
The online tool accepts public /reel/, /reels/, /p/, and /tv/ links when Instagram exposes a downloadable video.
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Instagram Reels downloader

Save a public Reel from a /reel/ or /reels/ share link without opening the Instagram app.

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Instagram post video download

Download the video on a public /p/ post when Instagram publishes a playable file.

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IGTV and TV downloads

Resolve longer public /tv/ videos within the 500 MB and 60-minute online limits.

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No Instagram login

Public-link downloads never ask for your Instagram password, 2FA code, or session cookie.

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MP4 in available quality

You get the file Instagram exposes for that URL. The tool does not upscale it or strip a watermark.

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iPhone, Android, and PC

Paste the link in Safari, Chrome, or another browser. The MP4 saves to your normal downloads folder.

URL formats

Supported Instagram URL formats

Copy the share URL from a public Reel, feed post, or TV item. Profile pages, Stories, and Explore are not download targets.

/reel/ links

Standard Reel URLs such as instagram.com/reel/ABC123xyz/ when the Reel is public.

/reels/ links

Alternate Reels path formats that still point at a single public Reel ID.

/p/ post links

Classic feed posts under /p/ when the post includes a video Instagram exposes publicly.

/tv/ and IGTV links

Longer TV/IGTV videos shared with a /tv/ URL, within the online size and duration limits.

Not supported

Profile pages, Stories, Explore, hashtag pages, and private or restricted posts cannot be resolved by this tool.

Save the right file

Download Instagram Reels, posts, and carousel videos

Each Instagram URL type needs a different check before you paste it. These are the downloads this tool can actually complete.

Download Instagram Reels

Open the Reel, tap Share, then Copy link. A working Reel URL contains /reel/ or /reels/ plus the Reel ID, such as instagram.com/reel/ABC123xyz/. Paste that link in the downloader above. Public Reels return the MP4 Instagram exposes for that ID. A profile URL, Explore page, or Story is not a Reel link and will not download.

Download Instagram videos from posts

Feed videos use /p/ links, such as instagram.com/p/ABC123xyz/. Copy that post URL from Share or from the browser address bar. Do not paste the profile URL (instagram.com/username). The post must include a video. A photo-only post has no file to save, so the tool stops instead of returning an empty download.

Download Instagram carousel videos

A carousel can mix photos and videos under one /p/ link. This downloader saves the public video Instagram exposes for that post. It does not zip every slide or turn still photos into a video. If every slide is a photo, the download fails because Instagram did not attach a video file.

Download IGTV and Instagram TV videos

Longer public videos shared with a /tv/ URL can be saved when Instagram still exposes the file and the video stays under 500 MB and 60 minutes. Copy the /tv/ link itself. A channel or profile page is not a single-video download.

How to download Instagram videos

Four steps from a public share link to an MP4 on your device. Only save media you have permission to keep.

Laptop screen showing the address instagram.com/reel
Step 1

Copy the public Instagram link

Open the public Reel, post, or TV item and copy a URL that includes /reel/, /reels/, /p/, or /tv/.

Step 2

Paste it into the downloader

Paste the link above. You do not need an Instagram account, app, or browser extension for public saves.

Step 3

Resolve the video

The tool checks public Instagram data and shows a preview, duration, and download button when a video is available.

Step 4

Download the MP4

Save the available file to your device. If Instagram does not expose a video, try a different public media URL.

Download Instagram videos without login

If the Reel, post, or TV item is public, paste the link and complete the security check when shown. Private accounts stay out of reach on purpose.

  • No Instagram username or password is collected for public-link downloads.
  • No app install or desktop client is required to save an available MP4.
  • Private, age-gated, or login-only media will not resolve—that is an Instagram access limit, not a bypass feature.

Instagram video download quality

The MP4 is the public file Instagram attaches to that Reel, post, carousel, or TV URL. Searches for an HD or no-watermark Instagram downloader usually expect a hidden higher file. This tool does not upscale video or remove a watermark.

  • Saves the MP4 Instagram already serves for that public media ID.
  • Does not unlock a higher resolution than the public page exposes.
  • If Instagram serves a watermarked stream, that watermark stays in the file. This page does not strip it.
Daylight video still of a person in a white linen shirt by the sea
You receive the MP4 quality Instagram serves for that public URL—no fake HD unlocks.

Instagram Video Downloader for iPhone, Android, and PC

The same paste-and-download flow works in a mobile or desktop browser. Instagram Stories and videos that only play inside the app are still unsupported.

  • iPhone and Android: copy the link from Instagram’s share sheet, then paste it in Safari or Chrome.
  • PC and Mac: copy the URL from instagram.com or m.instagram.com and paste it in the downloader.
  • The MP4 goes to your browser downloads. Keep the tab open for larger Reels or TV clips.

Common blocks

Why an Instagram video may not download

Most failures are Instagram access or URL issues—not a broken paste field. Check these before retrying.

Private or restricted account

Media that requires a follow, login, or age gate is not exposed to public-link downloaders.

Wrong URL type

Profile, Stories, Explore, and hashtag URLs are not valid targets. Use a single /reel/, /reels/, /p/, or /tv/ link.

Carousel with photos only

A public /p/ post can be photo-only. If there is no video asset, the tool correctly returns no downloadable file.

Rate limiting

Too many requests from one connection can trigger a temporary block. Wait a few minutes and try again.

Size or duration limits

Online downloads stop above 500 MB or 60 minutes. Shorter public Reels and posts are the best fit.

Chrome Web Store reviews

Sort Feed users rate Instagram sorting highly

The review section highlights public Chrome Web Store feedback for Sort Feed—the companion extension for sorting Instagram and TikTok feeds—not fabricated download-tool reviews. Listing stats were checked on July 20, 2026.

4.7/527 Ratings

Alexandru Andone

Jun 22, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

Works great

Tanuj

May 18, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

worked liked it

Emin Gaaya

May 12, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

Works really well.

윤현동

May 6, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

Nice work

thanks for your Service, Nice work ! i'm in korea, wish you all the best with your business !

Mike Edwin

May 2, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

Simple, straightforward, and effective

Simple, straightforward, and effective chronological sorting makes social media browsing more controlled and efficient!

SAM GAB

May 2, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

Extremely valuable for content research

This extension is extremely valuable if you want to improve browsing efficiency, especially for content research.

Daniel Miller

Apr 22, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

A must have tool

A must have tool to fight algorithm-driven feeds! If you hate "recommended for you" content, you should definitely try this.

Weisdorfer Buesing

Apr 15, 2026 · 5/5 Chrome review

Great idea! Super helpful!

Great idea! Super helpful! This plugin helps me do some simple data analysis, filter out irrelevant content, and keep my feed clean without changing the original experience. It saves me a lot of time on repetitive tasks and makes browsing much more efficient. thx

Review text is copied from public Chrome Web Store reviews for Sort Feed. Store rating and user counts can change as Google updates the listing.

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FAQ

Use Instagram downloads responsibly

This tool helps you save public Instagram videos you are allowed to keep. It does not bypass private accounts, platform protections, or copyright.

  • Only download public Instagram videos you have permission to keep for personal, research, or authorized use.
  • Do not repost, sell, or distribute copyrighted Instagram content without authorization.
  • Do not attempt to use this page to access private accounts, Stories, or restricted media.
  • Respect Instagram’s terms and local law when saving or sharing any downloaded file.

What is an Instagram Video Downloader?

An Instagram Video Downloader finds the video on a public Reel, feed post, or TV item and lets you save the available MP4 locally. This page supports public /reel/, /reels/, /p/, and /tv/ links only.

Can I download Instagram Reels and regular posts?

Yes. Public Reels (/reel/ or /reels/) and public feed posts (/p/) that include a video both work. Photo-only posts and Stories do not.

Can I download private Instagram videos?

No. The tool only works with public links Instagram exposes without a private login. It does not unlock private accounts or restricted posts.

What file format do I get?

Downloads are saved as MP4 in the quality Instagram exposes for that public URL. The tool does not convert to other formats or invent higher resolutions.

Is it legal to download Instagram videos?

It depends on the content, your rights, and local law. Download only media you are allowed to keep, and do not redistribute copyrighted material without permission.

How do I download an Instagram Reel?

Open the public Reel, choose Share, then Copy link. Paste a URL that contains /reel/ or /reels/ into the downloader and save the MP4. Profile, Explore, and Story links are not Reel downloads.

Can I download a video from an Instagram carousel?

Yes, when the public /p/ carousel includes a video Instagram exposes. Photo-only carousels do not download. The tool saves that public video; it does not export every photo slide as a zip.

Can I download Instagram Stories?

No. Story links and the in-app Story viewer are not supported. Use a public Reel, /p/ post, carousel video, or /tv/ link instead.

Does this Instagram video downloader work on iPhone, Android, and PC?

Yes. On iPhone or Android, copy the link from Instagram’s share sheet and paste it in Safari or Chrome. On a PC or Mac, paste the instagram.com URL in your browser. No app install is required.

Will the download be HD or without a watermark?

You get the MP4 Instagram exposes for that public link, including its existing quality. This tool does not upscale to HD and does not remove an Instagram watermark.

Do you also sort Instagram feeds by likes?

Not on this page. For ranking visible Instagram posts and Reels inside Chrome, see Sort Feed at /sort-feed.

Related tools

Start with the Instagram downloader; open related tools only if you need them

This page is for public Instagram video downloads. Sort Feed, TikTok, Telegram, and TokSorter live on their own pages when your job is sorting or another platform.

Download a public Instagram video now

Paste a public Reel, /p/ post, or /tv/ link above to save the available MP4. Use the tool only for content you have permission to keep.