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Instagram downloader FAQ
Everything people ask about downloading Instagram videos, reels, photos and audio with ReelGrep.
How do I download Instagram videos?
Copy the video’s link in Instagram (Share → Copy link), paste it into ReelGrep and press Enter. When the preview appears, press Download video to save the MP4.
Can I download IGTV and long Instagram videos?
Yes. Paste the IGTV or post link and ReelGrep returns the full-length MP4. Long videos take a little longer to save, but there is no length limit on our side.
What quality are the downloaded Instagram videos?
You get the highest-quality MP4 Instagram offers publicly, usually 720p or 1080p HD, with the original sound and no watermark.
How do I download a video from an Instagram carousel?
Paste the carousel post’s link. Every photo and video in the post appears as its own card, so you can download just the videos you need.
How do I download Instagram reels?
Open the reel, tap the share icon and choose Copy link. Paste the link into ReelGrep and the download starts. Press Download video if your browser asks.
Can I download Instagram reels with audio?
Yes. Reels download as MP4 files with their original audio. To keep only the sound, use the Instagram audio downloader to save it as MP3.
Do downloaded reels have a watermark?
No. ReelGrep saves the original reel file, so there is no added logo, watermark or overlay.
How do I save Instagram reels to my gallery?
On Android, downloaded reels appear in your gallery automatically. On iPhone, open the reel in Files → Downloads, tap Share and choose Save Video to add it to Photos.
Can I download reels without the Instagram app?
Yes. Open the reel on instagram.com in any browser, copy the address from the address bar and paste it into ReelGrep.
How do I download Instagram photos?
Copy the post link in Instagram (Share → Copy link), paste it into ReelGrep and press Enter. Press Download photo under each image to save it as a JPG.
How do I download all photos from an Instagram carousel?
Paste the carousel post’s link. ReelGrep shows every slide as its own card, and each card has a Download button.
Can I download Instagram profile pictures?
Not right now. ReelGrep works with post links (instagram.com/p/…), reels and audio pages.
How do I convert an Instagram reel to MP3?
Paste the reel’s link here and press Enter. When the result appears, press Download MP3. Your browser decodes the soundtrack and saves a 192 kbps MP3.
How do I download audio from Instagram?
Copy a reel link or an Instagram audio page link, paste it into ReelGrep and press Download audio. You get the original M4A track when Instagram has one, or an MP3 made from the reel.
Why do some downloads come as M4A?
When Instagram offers the audio as its own track, ReelGrep saves it as-is (AAC in an M4A file) instead of re-encoding. M4A plays everywhere MP3 does.
Can I use the audio in my own videos?
Only if you have the rights. Music on Instagram is usually licensed for use on Instagram only. Keep downloads for personal, offline listening unless the owner allows more.
Do I need an Instagram account to download?
No. ReelGrep only reads what Instagram shows to a logged-out visitor. You never sign in, and we never ask for your password.
Can I download from private Instagram accounts?
No. Private posts are visible only to approved followers, so they stay private. ReelGrep downloads public posts only.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. Open ReelGrep in Safari, Chrome or any modern mobile browser, paste the link and tap Download. On iPhone the file goes to the Files app (Downloads), and you can move it to Photos from there.
Is this Instagram downloader free?
Yes. There is no sign-up, no watermark and no download limit beyond a light per-visitor rate limit that keeps the service fast for everyone.
Do you store the files I download?
No. Files stream from Instagram’s servers to your device. We keep no copies, and we don’t keep a history of the links you paste.
Is ReelGrep affiliated with Instagram?
No. ReelGrep is an independent tool, not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Instagram or Meta. Instagram is a trademark of Meta Platforms, Inc.