Instagram Reels download in one tap.
Download Instagram Reels, videos and photos in HD. Paste the link of a public post, tap Search, then play it or save it to your device. No login, no app.
- HD quality
- Free to use
- Works on phone and PC
- Reels, videos and photos
How to download an Instagram Reel
Copy the link
Open the Reel in Instagram, tap the share arrow, then choose Copy link.
Paste it above
Tap Paste, or press and hold inside the box and choose Paste.
Search, then Download
Tap Search, play the Reel if you like, then tap Download to save the MP4 in its original quality.
Instagram Reel downloader: what is Insta Dow?
Insta Dow is a free Instagram Reels downloader that lets you download Instagram Reel videos to your phone, tablet or computer. Instagram shows a Reel inside the app, but it does not give you a simple way to keep the video file. Insta Dow fills that gap: you give it the link, and it gives you back the video as an MP4. It also works for photos and multi-photo posts, with a separate Download button under each picture.
It runs in your browser, so there is nothing to install. You do not need an Instagram account, and you never enter your Instagram password anywhere on this site. That also means no risk to your own account, which is a common worry with apps that ask you to sign in.
People use it to keep a recipe they want to cook later, a workout they want to follow offline, a tutorial that might be deleted, or their own Reels when the original file is lost. Because the video is saved as a normal MP4, it plays in any gallery or media player and keeps working without internet.
Built to be quick and simple
- HD qualityYou get the video in the best quality the creator uploaded, so there is no extra compression from us.
- No loginPaste a link and go. There is no account to create and no password to share.
- Any deviceWorks in the browser on Android, iPhone, tablets, Windows, Mac and Linux.
- Instant previewSee the cover and the creator name before the download starts, so you know you pasted the right link.
- Reels, photos and albumsSave a single Reel, one photo, or every picture in a multi-photo post, each with its own Download button.
- Private by designWe do not ask who you are and we do not keep a library of what you download. See the Privacy Policy for details.
How to copy a Reel link
On the Instagram app
- Open the Reel you want.
- Tap the paper-plane share icon.
- Tap Copy link.
- Come back to Insta Dow and paste it.
On a computer
- Open the Reel on instagram.com.
- Click the address bar and copy the full URL.
- The link looks like instagram.com/reel/ followed by a code.
- Paste it into Insta Dow, tap Search, then Download.
Frequently asked questions
How do I download an Instagram Reel?
Open the Reel in Instagram, tap Share and choose Copy link. Paste the link into Insta Dow and press Download. The Reel saves to your device as an MP4 video.
Can I do an Instagram reels download on PC?
Yes. Copy the Reel address from your browser, paste it into the box on this page and press Download. It works the same on Windows, Mac and Linux.
Instagram Reels download kaise kare?
Reel ka link copy karo, Insta Dow par paste karo aur Download dabao. Video MP4 mein phone ya PC mein save ho jaata hai. Sirf public Reels download hoti hain.
Can I download photos and multi-photo posts?
Yes. Paste the link of a public photo post and tap Search. If the post has several pictures, you will see all of them, with a Download button under each one and a Download all button at the top.
Is Insta Dow free?
Yes. Insta Dow is free to use and supported by ads. There are no hidden charges, no subscription and no account to create.
Can I download Reels from private accounts?
No. Only public Reels can be downloaded. If an account is private, the link will not work, and we do not ask for your Instagram login to get around that.
Where is the downloaded video saved?
It goes to your browser’s default download location. On Android, check the Downloads folder or your gallery. On iPhone, open the Files app and look in Downloads. On a computer, check your Downloads folder.
Is it legal to download Instagram Reels?
Saving a video for personal, offline viewing is generally treated differently from re-uploading or selling it. Reels belong to their creators, so only download your own content or content you have permission to use, and never repost it as your own. Laws differ by country.
Why is my download not starting?
Check that the Reel is public and that the link is complete. Remove any extra text around the link, then try again. If the Reel was deleted or the account is private, it cannot be downloaded. Some in-app browsers also block downloads, so try Chrome or Safari.
Does Insta Dow work on iPhone?
Yes. Use Safari, paste the link and press Download. The file appears in the Files app under Downloads, and you can save it to Photos from there.
Do you keep the videos or links I use?
No. The tool fetches the video for you and does not build a library of your downloads. Basic technical logs may be kept for security. Read the Privacy Policy for the full details.
Is Insta Dow affiliated with Instagram?
No. Insta Dow is an independent tool. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to Instagram or Meta. Instagram is a trademark of its owner.
Please download responsibly
Every Reel was made by someone. Download your own videos, or content you have clear permission to use. Do not repost another creator’s work as your own, and do not use downloaded videos for commercial purposes without a licence. If you believe your work was downloaded or shared without permission, you can send a request through our DMCA page.