Tech Desk 
Jan 11, 2025
Meta-owned social media platform, Instagram introduced Reels back in 2020, allowing users to create videos of up to 60 seconds in length and they are featured on the Instagram Explore Page.
Instagram lets users download Reels posted by others via Stories so they can watch it later or share it with friends outside the app.
Users can easily download Reels on Instagram without using third-party apps, as if you’re confused about how it happens. Gadinsider has compiled a guide on how you can download Instagram Reels on Android or iPhone without any third-party app.
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 displays an Instagram watermark of the account's user name.
Currently, Reels shared from only public accounts are eligible for download. The Reels cannot be downloaded if shared from private Instagram accounts.
Notably, Instagram users with public accounts can turn off the ability to download Reels in the app settings.
