Since its introduction in 2020, Reels has become one of the most popular and engaging content types on Instagram. While the platform makes posting Reels valuable to brands and creators – Instagram’s algorithm favors video content, meaning Reels are more likely to reach larger audiences than static Instagram posts.
If you find that you want to download Instagram Reels for inspiration, future reference, or use on a different platform, you will notice that there is no built-in feature that will let you do that. But don’t worry, there are many workarounds. Read on to find out how to download other users’ Reels to your device.
Can you download Instagram Reels?
Short answer: Yes, it is possible to download Instagram Reels.
You can easily download your own Instagram Reels from your account to your smartphone (we’ll walk you through in the next section). But if you want to get content from someone else’s Instagram feed, you’re going to have to work a little harder. While you can’t technically download Reels from other users’ public accounts using Instagram’s native tools, there are a few ways to avoid it – and they’re all easy to do!
How to download Instagram Reels: 4 Methods
Here are a few ways to get content from Instagram Real videos to your device.
How to download your own Instagram Reels?
Let’s say you posted something on Instagram Reels a while ago and you want to use the same shot for a newly opened TikTok account or share it with your LinkedIn followers. Here’s how to download your own Instagram Reels that are already live.
- Open Instagram, go to your account and go to the Reels tab.
- Find the Reel you want to record and then tap on it to open the video in full screen mode.
- Press the three dots in the lower right corner to open the menu. Hit Save to Camera Roll. The video is automatically saved on your device.
And just like that, you have saved your Instagram Reel on your phone. Pretty easy, right?
How to download Instagram Real videos on iPhone
We mentioned earlier that Instagram does not have a built-in feature that you can use to download other users’ Reels. Here are some workarounds that do the job.
Record your screen
If you’re scrolling through your IG feed and see a video you like, one way to save it on your iPhone is to record your screen.
To start recording your screen, go to: Settingsset course in this direction Control Centerthen add Screen Recording Included Controls. This allows you to easily access the feature from your control screen (the screen that opens when you swipe down from the top right corner of your home screen):
When you’re done, launch the Instagram app, find the video you want to save and let it play. From there, you can swipe down from the top of your screen to access the Control Center, hit the record button, and grab what you need. Apple’s screen recorder also records audio!
When you’re done recording, the high-quality video is automatically saved to your camera roll. From there you can trim the video to the length you need.
Use a third-party app
While it allows you to easily capture video while recording your screen, third-party apps may be your best bet to quickly record the content you want to use on your device. Popular options for iOS include InstDown and InSaver.
How to download Instagram Reels on Android
There are two simple solutions that allow you to download Reels from Instagram to your Android device.
Record your screen
Your first option is to record video from your screen. All you have to do is swipe down from the top of the screen, Screen Recording Press the button, navigate to the Reel you want to record and let your phone do the magic.
Once you’ve secured the shot, all you have to do is go to the Photos app, tap . Librarythen go to Movies. There, you will find your recording. You can only crop to include Reel shots.
Use a third-party app
Just like on iOS, using a third-party app can save you the hassle of clipping your screen recordings every time you download a Reel. Here are some tried options:
- Reels Video Downloader for Instagram
- AhaSave Video Downloader
- ETM Video Downloader
Using these tools, all you have to do is copy the link of the Reel you want to download and paste it into the application. Then you hit one download Press the button and that’s it!
Bonus: Some of these apps can also be used to download Instagram Stories.
How to download Instagram Reals to desktop
If you want to edit or color correct a video with heavier-duty software, you may want to download a Reel directly to a desktop computer.
Whether you’re using a Mac or a PC, there are many third-party apps available to help you download or save Reels to your computer in a few clicks. Some options, in no order of preference, include:
- loom
- camtasia
- OBS Studio
- QuickTime (built-in iOS feature)
How can I save Instagram Reels to watch later?
Unless you’re planning on reposting a Reel on a different platform, you might be better off saving it later (the Instagram bookmark version) than downloading it and taking up that precious storage space on your phone.
By adding Instagram Reels to your Saved collection, you create a clean, easy-to-access folder containing all your favorite snippets (or inspiration for your future content).
Here’s how to save reels on Instagram:
- Open the Reel you want to record and tap the three-dot icon in the lower right corner of your screen.
- Faucet save. You’ll know it works when you see this popup in the middle of your screen.
To access your saved collection, go to your profile page and tap the three lines (aka the hamburger icon) in the upper right corner of your screen. From there, tap . was recorded.
In your saved folder, you will find three tabs at the top of your screen. To check all the videos you’ve recorded, go to the Reels tab. Watch and enjoy!
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