Often, you come across share-worthy reels on Instagram but can’t share them with those not registered on the platform. That’s a major drawback. But, not anymore! You can now download Instagram reels, save them to your gallery, and share them with anyone via WhatsApp, Telegram, or AirDrop.
Don’t limit this newfound hack to sharing reels with others. You can save awesome content, download creative ideas, or store your favorite influencer’s entire collection offline. So, let’s get straight to all the ways you can download Instagram reels online!
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How can I download Instagram reels in high quality?
Note: In all the methods listed below, the video quality and resolution of the downloaded reel remain unaffected. So, you get high-quality, HD reels.
1. Download reels via Instagram
Open the reel you want to download > tap the Share (➤) button > in the bottom section that lists social media platforms, scroll to the right > select Download > wait for the download to complete > find the reel in your phone’s gallery.
Instagram’s built-in download feature is by far the easiest way to download any reel on your mobile phone, be it Android or iOS. However, there are two key points to remember:
- Every downloaded reel has an Instagram watermark that lists the creator’s username. This is done to give due credit for the reel to the account behind it.
- Creators can disallow others from downloading their reels, meaning you won’t be able to download every Instagram reel. The option is only available when the account behind it has enabled the “Allow people to download your reels” setting.
So, how do you get rid of the Instagram reel watermark or download reels without permission? That’s where third-party apps and websites come into the picture. Read the following sections to find out
2. Download Instagram reels without watermark via an app
You have apps that can download Instagram reels without a watermark for both Android and iOS. Most offer a free version but at the cost of intrusive ads. I have tested several on both my Android and iOS (iPhone 13) devices and these were the best ones:
→ For Android: Get Video Downloader: Story Video
→ For iPhone (iOS): Get InstaSave : IG Stories Reels
Disclosure: AIRespondsBlog and the author of this guide do not receive any commission from the links provided. The apps are suggested solely based on their effectiveness. If you find better alternatives, feel free to pick those!
After downloading the app, open the reel you want to download > tap the Share (➤) button > select Copy link > paste the link in the downloader app > wait for the download to complete > find the reel in your gallery.
Videos downloaded via a third-party app are just as good, or even better in the sense that you can bypass download restrictions set by the creator!
3. Download Instagram reels without watermark via a website
Open the reel you want to download > tap on Share > select Copy link > go to SSS Instagram’s website > paste the link in the text field > click on Download > under the reel’s preview, again click on Download > once downloaded, you will find the reel in your gallery.
One may wonder why I have listed out the steps for a website when there is both a built-in option and a third-party app to download Instagram reels. It’s because this method works best on PCs where the built-in download function is missing and running an Android or iOS app requires setting up an emulator.
Can I download reels from private accounts?
You can download reels from a Private account that you follow. Otherwise, it’s not possible. This ensures that reels/posts on private accounts remain secure and are not accessible to anyone without prior approval.
These are all the ways you can safely download Instagram reels within seconds. You can similarly download someone’s Instagram story!
At this point, I must remind you not to use reels without a watermark for promotional purposes without giving the creator their due credit. A lot of time and effort go into content creation, and the least a creator deserves is credit for their work. Besides, using copyrighted material without permission violates Instagram’s guidelines and is illegal.
Before you leave, find out how to hide your Instagram followers without a private account and enhance privacy!
For any queries or to share which method worked best for you, drop a comment below.
