Instagram Video Downloader
Paste a link. Save it to your phone in HD.
Only save content you own or have permission to use.
TapDL is a free Instagram video downloader that saves reels, videos, stories, photos and audio from public Instagram posts straight to your phone or computer. Paste the post link into the box above, tap Download, and the file is saved in the best quality Instagram stores, usually 1080p with sound. No app, no login and no watermark.
How to download Instagram videos
Downloading an Instagram video takes three steps and about ten seconds. It works the same way for reels, feed videos and long videos.
- Copy the link. Open the video in Instagram, tap the paper-plane Share icon (or the three dots ⋯) and choose Copy link.
- Paste it into TapDL. Come back here and tap Paste. The box turns Instagram pink when it recognises the link.
- Save the video. Tap Download, then Save to phone. Pick a smaller size or MP3 audio if you prefer.
Tip for Android: install TapDL as an app from your browser menu (Install app). It then shows up in Instagram’s share menu, so you can send a reel to TapDL without copying the link at all.
How to download Instagram videos on iPhone
On iPhone, open TapDL in Safari, paste the link and tap Save to phone. The share menu opens: choose Save Video and the video goes straight into the Photos app, with sound, ready to edit or share. Nothing to install from the App Store.
- In Instagram, tap Share on the reel or video and choose Copy link.
- Open Safari, go to tapdl.com and tap Paste.
- Tap Save to phone.
- In the share menu, tap Save Video. Find it in Photos → Recents.
If Save Video doesn’t appear, choose Save to Files instead. You can move the video to Photos later from the Files app.
How to download Instagram videos on Android
On Android, paste the link in Chrome (or any browser) and tap Save to phone. The MP4 lands in your Gallery and in the Downloads folder. You don’t need a downloader app from the Play Store, so there are no extra permissions or full-screen ads.
How to download Instagram videos on PC or Mac
On a computer, open the post on instagram.com, copy the address from the browser bar, paste it into TapDL and click Download. The MP4 saves to your Downloads folder. It works in Chrome, Edge, Safari and Firefox on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux.
What can you download from Instagram?
TapDL works with every kind of public Instagram post. Each type has its own page with tips for that format:
- Reels — the Instagram Reels downloader saves reels in HD with the original sound.
- Videos — feed videos and long videos (formerly IGTV) save as MP4.
- Stories and highlights — the Instagram story viewer and downloader lets you watch and save public stories.
- Photos and carousels — the Instagram photo downloader saves every slide in full size.
- Audio — the Instagram audio downloader turns any reel into an MP3.
- Captions — copy the caption and hashtags in one tap from the result card.
Instagram to MP4: formats and quality
Every Instagram video saves as an MP4 file, the format that plays on every phone, computer, TV and editing app. Quality depends on what the creator uploaded; TapDL always offers the highest version Instagram stores, plus smaller options.
| Content | File | Typical best quality | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reels | MP4 | 1080 × 1920 (1080p) | Yes |
| Feed and long videos | MP4 | Up to 1080p | Yes |
| Stories | MP4 or JPG | 1080 × 1920 | Yes, for video |
| Photos and carousels | JPG | Usually 1080 px wide | — |
| Audio only | MP3 | Best available from the video | Yes |
Why do some downloads show an HD option and a 720p option? Instagram often stores the sharpest picture and the sound as separate files. TapDL joins them for you, so the HD option still has sound.
Instagram video downloader without watermark
Instagram’s own download button adds a watermark with the creator’s username to reels you save from other accounts. TapDL saves the original video file instead, so there is no Instagram watermark and no TapDL watermark either. If you share the video, please still credit the creator.
No app, no login, no account
TapDL runs in your browser, so there is nothing to install and you never log in to Instagram here. We never ask for your password and never see your account. That is also why only public posts work: if you need to be logged in to see a post, TapDL can’t see it either.
TapDL vs downloader apps vs screen recording
| TapDL | Downloader apps | Screen recording | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Original file, up to 1080p | Varies | Lower, includes on-screen buttons |
| Sound | Original sound | Usually | Often missing or mixed with phone sounds |
| Install | Nothing | App and permissions | Built in |
| Instagram login | Never | Often required | Not needed |
| Time per video | About 10 seconds | About 30 seconds | As long as the video |
Download videos from other apps too
The same box works for other platforms. Paste any of these links and TapDL picks the right tool automatically:
- TikTok downloader — HD videos, plus sounds as MP3.
- Twitter (X) video downloader — videos and GIFs.
- Facebook video downloader — public videos and reels.
- Pinterest video downloader — video pins, including pin.it links.
- Threads video downloader — videos from Threads posts.
- Reddit video downloader — Reddit videos with the sound included.
The Instagram downloader for every format
Whether you search for an Instagram downloader, an IG downloader or an Insta downloader, you want the same thing: a fast way to keep a post on your device. TapDL handles every Instagram format from one box. Paste a link to a reel, a video, a carousel, a story or a highlight and it finds every file in the post, shows a preview and lets you pick the quality. There is one tool to bookmark, not five.
Download Instagram reels in HD
Reels are the most saved content on Instagram, so they get extra care. TapDL offers the full-quality version first, usually 1080 × 1920, with the original sound, plus a smaller file for chats and an MP3 for the audio. The dedicated Instagram Reels downloader page covers reel lengths, reposting and the difference between Instagram’s Save button and a real download.
Instagram download video: what happens when you tap Download
When you paste a link, TapDL reads the public post the same way a browser does, finds the video files Instagram serves, and streams the one you pick straight to your device. Nothing is stored on our servers and nothing is changed: the insta video download you get is the same file Instagram plays, just saved to your phone. Every download video Instagram request runs over a secure HTTPS connection.
Download IG videos with captions and hashtags
Each result card shows the creator’s username and caption. Tap Copy caption to copy the text and hashtags in one go, which is handy for crediting the creator when you share, or for saving recipes, workout plans and tips that live in the caption rather than the video.
Who uses an Instagram video downloader?
- Creators backing up their own reels before deleting or archiving them, or reposting them to TikTok and YouTube Shorts.
- Social media managers collecting a brand’s published videos for reports and portfolios.
- Teachers and presenters playing a clip in class or at a meeting without relying on Wi-Fi.
- Travellers saving videos to watch offline on a flight.
- Everyone keeping recipes, workouts and tutorials that might otherwise get lost in the feed.
Is it legal to download Instagram videos?
Downloading is generally fine for videos you made, videos you have permission to use, and in many countries for private offline viewing. Reposting someone else’s video without permission can break copyright law and Instagram’s terms. Save your own reels freely; for anyone else’s, ask first and credit them.
Is TapDL safe to use?
Yes. TapDL is a website, so there is no app that could carry malware, no login and no permissions to grant. Files travel from Instagram’s servers to your device and aren’t stored on ours. Your recent links are remembered only in your own browser, and you can clear them any time.
Instagram video not downloading? Quick fixes
- Private account: only public posts can be saved.
- Story gone: stories disappear after 24 hours unless the creator adds them to a highlight.
- Wrong link: paste the link to a single post or reel, not to a whole profile.
- No sound: choose the HD option, which includes the audio.
- iPhone download fails: use Safari and allow downloads when asked.
- Still stuck? Send us the link and we’ll check it.
Frequently asked questions
Is TapDL free?
Yes. TapDL is free with no sign-up. Ads keep it running, and there is a fair-use limit per hour so it stays fast for everyone.
What is the best Instagram video downloader?
The best one saves the original file in HD, needs no login, adds no watermark and works on any device. TapDL does all four in your browser, with no app to install.
Can I download Instagram videos without an app?
Yes. TapDL works in Safari, Chrome and any other browser on iPhone, Android and computers. Just paste the link and save.
Can I download private Instagram videos?
No. Only public posts can be saved. Private accounts stay private, and no honest tool can get around that.
Does the creator know if I download their video?
No. Instagram doesn’t notify anyone when a public post is saved from its link.
How do I download Instagram reels with music?
Reels always save with their sound. If you only want the track, choose MP3 audio on the result card.
Where do downloaded Instagram videos go?
On iPhone, into Photos (choose Save Video) or Files. On Android, into Gallery and Downloads. On a computer, into your Downloads folder.
What quality are the downloads?
The best Instagram stores, usually 1080p for reels and videos. Smaller sizes are offered too if you want to save space.
Can I download long Instagram videos?
Yes. Long videos save the same way as reels. Larger files simply take a few more seconds.
How do I download every photo in a carousel?
Paste the carousel link. Each slide appears as its own card, so you can save one or all of them.
Does TapDL keep a copy of my downloads?
No. Files pass straight to your device and aren’t stored on our servers.
Can I download Instagram videos on a laptop?
Yes. Copy the post address from your browser, paste it here and click Download. The MP4 saves to your Downloads folder.
Can you download Instagram videos?
Yes. You can download any public Instagram video, reel or story with TapDL. Paste the link, tap Download and save the MP4.
How can I download Instagram videos for free?
Use TapDL: copy the video link in Instagram, paste it above and tap Download. It’s free, with no sign-up or app.
Is it safe to use an Instagram downloader?
Web-based downloaders like TapDL are the safest option because you don’t install anything or share your Instagram password. Avoid apps that ask you to log in.
Does TapDL work in every country?
Yes. TapDL works anywhere Instagram does, on any phone or computer with a modern browser.