Getchify
Public links only
Free online Instagram video downloader

Instagram Video
Downloader

Save eligible public Instagram videos, Reels, and carousel media to your phone or computer. Paste a public post URL to get available source files without an account, app, or browser extension.

What is an Instagram video downloader? Getchify is a web tool that creates temporary download links for eligible public Instagram post, Reel, and carousel media. It does not request Instagram login credentials.

100% Free · No Login · Public Links Only · No Added Watermark Posts · Reels · Carousels
No loginNo credentials requested
Direct downloadOne link per file
Source files Available image or video
Three simple steps

How to download Instagram videos and Reels

  1. 01

    Copy the Instagram link

    Open an eligible public Instagram post or Reel. Select Share or the three-dot menu, then copy its direct link.

  2. 02

    Paste the URL into the downloader

    Paste the copied public URL above and select Download. Getchify finds the available image or video files in that post.

  3. 03

    Download and save your file

    Review the detected file, then use its temporary download link while it is active.

Clear capabilities

What makes an Instagram video downloader useful?

A useful downloader clearly states what it can process: eligible public Instagram posts, Reels, and carousel media, without asking for account credentials or installing software.

Direct answer

How do I download a public Instagram video? Copy the URL of an eligible public Instagram post or Reel, paste it into the field above, select Download video, and use the generated file link in your browser’s usual download flow.

Public-link workflow

Copy the direct URL from the post or Reel share menu, or from your browser’s address bar. Profile pages, search results, screenshots, and private links are not valid inputs.

No login or extension

Getchify works in a browser and does not request an Instagram username, password, cookie, or access token.

Available source files

Public posts can contain one or more image or video files. The tool returns the available files it can resolve from the public post.

Any device

Download Instagram videos on iPhone, Android, and desktop

Use Getchify in a current mobile or desktop browser. Your browser and device settings control the destination and any save prompt.

iPhone and iPad

  1. Copy the direct URL from an eligible public Instagram post or Reel.
  2. Open Safari, paste the link into Getchify, and select Download video.
  3. Open the generated file from Safari Downloads or the Files app. Use Share and Save Video if you want to add a compatible file to Photos.

Android devices

  1. Copy the public Instagram post or Reel link.
  2. Open Chrome or another browser, paste the URL, and select Download video.
  3. Use the generated file link and check your browser downloads, notifications, or Files app.

Windows and macOS

  1. Copy the eligible public Instagram URL.
  2. Paste it into Getchify in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or another current browser.
  3. Open the generated download link and check your browser’s usual Downloads location.
Supported links

Supported link types, source quality, and no tool-added watermark

Getchify accepts eligible public Instagram posts, Reels, and carousel posts. It respects privacy controls and does not access private, deleted, or login-restricted media.

Direct answer

Can I download Instagram Reels in HD without an added watermark? Supported public links are returned at the resolution available from Instagram. Getchify does not add its own watermark, and it retains available source audio when the chosen video source includes it.

Posts and Reels

Direct public post and Reel links are accepted. The resolver selects a compatible direct source file when one is available.

Carousel media

For an eligible carousel post, Getchify can return the available image and video items separately so you can choose the file you need.

Source quality boundaries

Instagram controls the formats and resolution it exposes. Getchify does not upscale, transcode, or remove watermarks that are already present in the source media.

Browser-based

Why you don’t need an Instagram downloader app or extension

The downloader runs in your browser. There is no APK, mobile app, or browser extension to install for this workflow.

Keep account credentials private

Do not enter an Instagram password into a downloader. Getchify uses only the public URL you provide and does not request account access.

Use the browser you already have

Open the page in a current browser on mobile or desktop, paste a public link, and use the temporary download link generated for that result.

Responsible use

Privacy, security, and respecting creator copyright

The service does not ask for Instagram credentials and does not persist downloaded media files. Temporary download links expire after 10 minutes.

Public media only

Private account posts, deleted media, and content that requires a login or another access check cannot be downloaded through Getchify.

Copyright and permission

Downloading a file does not transfer rights to it. Use only content you own or have permission to save, and respect creator rights, applicable law, and Instagram’s Terms of Use.

Troubleshooting

Instagram video downloader not working? Five quick fixes

Most failed requests are caused by a private or removed post, an incomplete link, or a public source that is not currently available to the resolver.

1. Check account privacy

Confirm the post comes from a public account and opens without an Instagram login in a private or logged-out browser window.

2. Copy the complete direct URL

Use the post or Reel’s Share menu or browser address bar. Do not use a profile link, screenshot, search page, or unrelated redirect page.

3. Paste the link again

Clear the input, paste the complete public URL, and submit it again. The Clear button removes the current text without changing your browser clipboard.

4. Refresh and check your connection

Reload the page, verify that your device has an active connection, and try the public URL again.

5. Resolve a new temporary link

Generated download links expire after 10 minutes. Submit the public post URL again to obtain a new link.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I download a public Instagram video?

Copy the URL of an eligible public Instagram post or Reel, paste it into the downloader field, select Download video, and save the resulting file with your browser.

Is this Instagram video downloader free and does it require a login?

Getchify is free to use for eligible public links and does not ask for an Instagram login, password, app installation, or browser extension.

Can I download Instagram Reels in HD without an added watermark?

Supported public links are returned at the resolution available from Instagram. Getchify does not add its own watermark and retains available source audio when it is present in the selected video source.

Can I download private Instagram videos?

No. The tool processes eligible public URLs only and does not bypass private profile settings, deleted posts, or restricted content.

Ready when you are

Save eligible public Instagram media

Paste an eligible public Instagram post or Reel URL above to retrieve available image or video files for your normal browser download flow.

Download video

Use downloaded content responsibly. Getchify is an independent web tool and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Instagram or Meta Platforms, Inc.