How to download an Instagram reel
Three steps, about 15 seconds.
- 1
Copy the reel link
On Instagram, open the reel or video, tap the ••• (or Share) and choose "Copy link". On desktop, copy the URL from the address bar.
- 2
Paste it above
Paste the link into the box and tap "Get video". PostMock fetches the original media directly from Instagram — no login needed for public posts.
- 3
Download the HD MP4
Hit Download — you get the highest-quality MP4 Instagram stores, with no watermark added. Drops straight into your camera roll or downloads folder.
What you can download
The same paste-a-link method saves every kind of public Instagram media in its original quality — no watermark added, because the file comes straight from Instagram's own servers rather than a screen recording:
- • Reels — vertical 9:16 short videos, in HD
- • Feed videos — videos posted to the grid
- • Long-form videos — the old IGTV-style posts
- • Photos & carousels — full-resolution images
It runs in your browser on iPhone, Android, Mac and Windows — nothing to install, no sign-up, and no watermark, ever. Screen recording, by contrast, re-encodes the video and captures the Instagram interface; a browser downloader gives you the clean, original file every time.
In-depth guides
Step-by-step walkthroughs for every device and video type.
Every method compared, quality tips, and the legal rules.
On iPhone (no app) →The Safari method + how to save the MP4 into Photos.
On Android (no app) →The Chrome method + where the file lands in your Gallery.
Any Instagram video →Reels, feed videos, long-form and carousel videos.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Instagram reel downloader free?
Yes — 100% free, no watermark, no sign-up, and no app to install. It runs in your browser on phone and desktop.
How do I download an Instagram reel?
Copy the reel's link (••• → Copy link on Instagram), paste it into the box on this page, and tap Get video → Download. You'll get the original HD MP4.
Does it add a watermark?
No. PostMock downloads the original file Instagram stores, so there is no watermark added — unlike screen recording or many other tools.
Can I download in HD / high quality?
Yes. We fetch the highest-resolution version Instagram serves for that reel, so it stays crisp — no re-compression.
Can I download private reels?
No — this only works for public reels and posts. Private accounts require you to be logged in and following them, which this tool does not do.
Can I download Instagram photos and carousels too?
Yes — paste a photo or post link and you'll get the full-resolution image download as well.
Is it legal to download Instagram reels?
Downloading public content for personal use (offline viewing, reference) is generally fine. Do NOT re-upload or monetise someone else's content without permission — that can infringe copyright. Respect the original creator.
Do I need to install an app?
No. It's a website — nothing to install. Works in Safari, Chrome, and any modern browser on iPhone, Android, Mac, and Windows.
How do I download reels on iPhone?
Copy the reel link in the Instagram app, open this page in Safari, paste it, tap Get video → Download, then use Save Video to move it into Photos. Full walkthrough in our iPhone guide.
How do I download reels on Android?
Copy the reel link, open this page in Chrome, paste it, and tap Get video → Download. The MP4 lands in your Downloads folder and appears in your Gallery.
Can I download the audio or music from a reel?
The tool saves the full MP4 (video + audio). To keep just the sound, download the MP4 and extract the audio in any free editor.
Does downloading notify the creator?
No — Instagram does not notify anyone when you download their public reel or video.