Instagram Video Downloader
Download Instagram Reels, videos, IGTV, and photos in original quality.
Instagram downloader
Download Instagram content online, free
LoveConverts' Instagram Video Downloader lets you paste an Instagram link and download Reels, videos, IGTV, or photos directly to your device, as MP4 or JPG. It's free, requires no signup, and runs entirely in your browser.
The basics
What is an Instagram video downloader?
An Instagram Video Downloader is a tool that converts a public Instagram post's link into a saved file on your device, rather than something you can only view inside the app or on instagram.com. You copy the link to a Reel, video, IGTV episode, or photo, paste it into the downloader, and the tool retrieves that specific piece of content and prepares it for download.
This matters because Instagram itself doesn't offer a built-in way to save most content directly to your device — viewing is the default experience, not downloading. A downloader like this one closes that gap for content you're allowed to save, converting a link into an actual MP4 or JPG file you can keep, without needing a separate app or browser extension.
Why this one
What you get
Free
There's no cost to download Instagram content through LoveConverts, and no premium tier gating core functionality.
Fast
Paste a link, choose a format and quality, and get a download link back without a long processing wait.
No signup
You don't need to create an account or provide any personal information to use the tool.
MP4 and JPG output
Videos, Reels and IGTV content download as MP4; photos download as JPG — standard formats that open on virtually any device without additional software.
Multiple quality options
Select Best Available, 720p, 480p or 360p, giving you control over file size versus video quality depending on what you're downloading for.
Browser-based workflow
Everything happens in your browser. There's no app to install and no software update to manage — you use the same tool whether you're on a phone or a computer.
Content types
What can you download from Instagram?
The downloader supports four types of public Instagram content.
Instagram Reels
Short-form vertical videos, downloaded as MP4 files using the tool's instagram.com/reel/ link format.
Instagram videos
Standard video posts shared to a profile's main feed, also downloaded as MP4.
IGTV
Longer-form video content originally published through Instagram's IGTV format, downloaded as MP4 using the instagram.com/tv/ link format.
Instagram photos
Single image posts, downloaded as JPG files using the instagram.com/p/ link format.
Formats and quality
Instagram download formats and quality
What format do downloads use? Videos, Reels and IGTV content download as MP4. Photos download as JPG. You select the correct format for the type of content you're downloading before clicking Get Download Link.
What quality options are available? Best Available, 720p, 480p and 360p.
Selecting Best Available retrieves the highest quality version of that specific video that Instagram provides. The phrase "original quality" refers to this: the downloader aims to retrieve the same quality Instagram serves for that post, rather than compressing or re-encoding it further. That said, actual quality still depends on how the content was originally uploaded — a video posted at a lower resolution won't be upscaled into a sharper file just because Best Available is selected.
Choosing a specific resolution like 720p, 480p or 360p is useful when file size matters more than maximum quality — for example, downloading several videos on a limited data connection, or saving storage space on your device.
How to use it
How to download Instagram videos
- 1Find the video on Instagram. Open the video or feed post you want to save.
- 2Tap the three dots (⋯) and select Copy Link. This generates the correct URL for that specific post.
- 3Paste the link into the field above. Select MP4 as the format.
- 4Choose a quality option. Pick Best Available, 720p, 480p or 360p.
- 5Click Get Download Link. LoveConverts processes the link and prepares the file.
- 6Click Download. The MP4 saves directly to your device.
Reels
How to download Instagram Reels
Reels follow the same workflow as standard videos, using Instagram's reel link format. Open the Reel, tap the three dots, and select Copy Link — the resulting URL will look like https://www.instagram.com/reel/XXXXXXXXXX/.
Paste that link into the downloader, keep the format set to MP4, choose your preferred quality, and click Get Download Link followed by Download. Since Reels are vertical video by default, the downloaded MP4 preserves that original vertical orientation.
Photos
How to download Instagram photos
For a photo post, copy its link the same way — tap the three dots and select Copy Link, which produces a URL in the https://www.instagram.com/p/XXXXXXXXXX/ format.
Paste that link into the field above, but switch the format selector to JPG instead of MP4. Click Get Download Link, then Download, to save the photo to your device. Quality selection applies to video downloads; photo downloads are retrieved at the resolution Instagram provides for that image.
Links
Supported Instagram URL formats
The downloader recognizes three link formats, each corresponding to a different content type:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/XXXXXXXXXX/Instagram Reels.
https://www.instagram.com/p/XXXXXXXXXX/Feed posts, including photos and standard videos.
https://www.instagram.com/tv/XXXXXXXXXX/IGTV content.
Each format includes a unique identifier for that specific post, which is why using Instagram's own Copy Link option matters — it generates a complete, correctly formatted URL, rather than a partial or altered version that the downloader won't recognize.
Any device
Using the Instagram downloader on mobile and desktop
On mobile, the workflow starts inside the Instagram app: open the post, tap the three dots, and select Copy Link. From there, switch to your mobile browser, open LoveConverts' Instagram Video Downloader, and paste the link in. The rest of the process — choosing format, quality, and downloading — works the same as on desktop.
On desktop, you can copy a link directly from instagram.com by clicking the three-dot menu on a post and selecting Copy Link, or you can paste in a link that was copied from the mobile app. Either way, once the link is in the input field, the process is identical: select MP4 or JPG, choose a quality option if applicable, and download.
Because the tool is entirely browser-based, there's no separate mobile app or desktop application — the same webpage and workflow work on both.
No account
Instagram video downloader without signup
No account is required to use LoveConverts' Instagram Video Downloader. You can paste a link and download content without registering, logging in, or providing an email address.
This means using the tool doesn't require creating a profile tied to your downloads, and there's no login step standing between you and the content you're trying to save. You paste a link, the tool processes that specific post, and you download the resulting file.
Limitations
What the Instagram downloader cannot do
Private content isn't supported
The downloader works only with content that's publicly accessible through a standard Instagram link. If a post belongs to a private account, or if it isn't reachable without logging into Instagram, it can't be retrieved.
Stories and carousel posts aren't covered
These aren't currently part of the tool's supported content types. Support is limited to Reels, standard videos, IGTV, and single photo posts, in the URL formats listed above.
Downloading doesn't transfer rights
Saving a video or photo doesn't transfer ownership of that content — the original creator retains those rights regardless of whether their post has been downloaded.
Quality is capped by the source
Best Available retrieves the highest quality version Instagram serves for that post. A video uploaded at a lower resolution won't be upscaled into a sharper file.
Permitted use
Instagram downloads and responsible use
LoveConverts' Instagram Video Downloader is intended for personal use, limited to content you own or have rights to use, as stated above the downloader on this page.
Reusing someone else's Instagram content beyond personal viewing can raise copyright and platform Terms of Service concerns, so permission from the creator matters when your intended use goes beyond keeping a personal copy.
In short
One workflow for every post type
Whether you're saving a Reel, an IGTV episode, a video post, or a photo, LoveConverts' Instagram Video Downloader handles it the same way: paste the link, pick the right format, choose your quality, and download. It's built for public Instagram content you own or have permission to use, with no signup standing between you and the file you're trying to save.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is an Instagram Video Downloader?
It's a tool that converts a public Instagram post's link into a downloadable file — MP4 for video content, JPG for photos — that you can save directly to your device.
How do I download an Instagram video?
Copy the video's link using Instagram's Copy Link option, paste it into the downloader, select MP4, choose a quality option, and click Get Download Link followed by Download.
Can I download Instagram Reels?
Yes, Reels are supported using the instagram.com/reel/ link format and download as MP4.
Can I download Instagram photos?
Yes, select JPG as the format after pasting a photo post's link in the instagram.com/p/ format.
Can I download IGTV videos?
Yes, IGTV content is supported using the instagram.com/tv/ link format and downloads as MP4.
What quality options are available?
Best Available, 720p, 480p and 360p.
Do I need to install an app?
No, the tool works entirely in your browser — nothing additional needs to be installed.
Do I need to sign up?
No, there's no account or signup required.
Can I use the Instagram Video Downloader on mobile?
Yes, it works in mobile browsers. Copy the link from the Instagram app, then paste it into the downloader from your mobile browser.
Which Instagram URL formats are supported?
instagram.com/reel/, instagram.com/p/, and instagram.com/tv/ links are all supported.
Can I download private Instagram videos?
No, only content that's publicly accessible through a standard Instagram link can be retrieved.
Can I download someone else's Instagram video?
The tool can retrieve any publicly accessible video, but downloading and reusing someone else's content without permission can raise copyright and Instagram Terms of Service concerns. This tool is intended for personal use of content you own or have rights to use.
Is it legal to download Instagram videos?
It depends on the content and how you use it. Downloading your own posts, or content you have explicit permission to save, is straightforward. Downloading and reusing someone else's content without permission can conflict with copyright law and Instagram's Terms of Service, so it's best limited to personal use of content you're authorized to download.
Can I download Instagram videos as MP4?
Yes, all video, Reel and IGTV downloads are saved as MP4.
Can I download Instagram photos as JPG?
Yes, photo posts download as JPG when you select that format before downloading.
Can I download Stories or carousel posts?
No. Support is limited to Reels, standard videos, IGTV, and single photo posts in the URL formats listed above.
Something not covered? There are more answers on the FAQ page, or you can contact support.
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