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How to download Instagram Reels

Instagram does not allow you to save reels directly but there are many third party apps, screen recording apps that allow you to save reels.

January 12, 2025 / 20:01 IST
Instagram reels

Sometimes you like a reel on Instagram so much that you want to save them. Unfortunately, Instagram does not provide a direct save to camera roll option for reels. Especially if it has been created by some other user. However, there are many ways through which you can definitely save the reel you like. Let us show you how.

The easiest way to download reel is by using a screen recording feature

If you are an Android users:

--Some Android devices have a built-in screen recording feature. If available, enable it from the notification panel.
--Open the Reel and start recording.
--If your phone doesn’t have this feature, download apps like AZ Screen Recorder or InShot to record screens.

Do remember that the video you have saved will include Instagram icons and may not have the highest quality.

2. Use a third party reels downloading app

--Dedicated apps allow you to download Instagram Reels directly. Here are a few options:

For Android: Apps like InstaSaver and Instagram Video Downloader.
For iPhone: Apps like InSaver and Instdown.

Simply download one of these apps, paste the Reel’s URL, and follow the instructions to save it to your device.

3. You can also download Telegram bots to download reels

Telegram bots can help download Instagram Reels efficiently:

--Open Telegram and search for bots like “Instagram Reel Download” or “Download Video”.
--Start the bot and paste the Reel’s URL.
--To get the URL, tap the three dots on the Reel, select Share, and then Copy to clipboard.
--The bot will send the video file for download.

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first published: Jan 12, 2025 08:00 pm

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