How to download an Instagram Reel

Downloading Instagram Reels with Stories is a handy trick and it does not involve any additional third-party app or software.


* Open the Instagram app on your Android or iOS smartphone.

* Open the Reel you want to save Click on the Share icon.

* Tap to add the Reels to your story.

* Zoom the preview Click on the three-dot menu on the top and hit Save.

* Discard the story.

Users can access the downloaded Reel from their camera roll. The downloaded video lacks an Instagram watermark and it shows the account user name.


At present, Reels shared from only public accounts are eligible for download. The Reels cannot be downloaded if they have been shared from private Instagram accounts. Further, users with public accounts can turn off the ability to download Reels in the app settings.