Eligible public posts, Reels, and carousel posts, including instagram.com/p/..., instagram.com/reel/..., instagram.com/reels/..., instagram.com/tv/..., and supported Instagram share links. A supported carousel can contain up to 20 media items.
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 compatible media exports 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.
Link check
Links accepted by the Instagram downloader
Profiles, Stories, feeds, Explore or search pages, private or deleted posts, login-restricted media, and unsupported content types.
If the link fails
Open the exact post in a private or logged-out browser window, copy its complete link again, and retry. If Instagram requires a login or does not expose a compatible source file, Getchify cannot create a download link.
Video export limits
For a branded video export, the compatible source must be no larger than 512 MiB, no longer than 10 minutes, no more than 3,840 pixels on either side or 8.3 megapixels in total, and no faster than 120 frames per second. Source preparation and video processing each have a 10-minute execution limit.
A completed branded export is an H.264 MP4 with AAC audio when the source includes audio. Enable Remove watermark to keep an available compatible source video unchanged; direct source transfers are still limited to 512 MiB and 10 minutes.
Video items in a multi-item result are prepared in sequence, so later items can take longer. Processing-status links remain valid for up to 7 hours; each final media link expires 10 minutes after it is created.
No loginNo credentials requested
Temporary exportOne link per file
Available media
Image or video export
Faster from the address bar
Shortcut: Generate a download link directly from the URL bar!
Already viewing an eligible public post or Reel? Replace the platform hostname with its Getchify shortcut and leave the rest of the URL unchanged. Getchify opens this downloader, fills the original link, and starts checking it automatically.
1. Original URL
https://www.instagram.com/reel/EXAMPLE/2. Add Getchify
https://instagram.getchify.com/reel/EXAMPLE/Change only the website name: remove www. and add .getchify after the platform name.
The same public-link, supported-format, permission, and copyright rules still apply.
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Media found
These download links are temporary. Resolve the post again after they expire.
Three simple steps
How to download Instagram videos and Reels
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Copy the Instagram link
Open an eligible public Instagram post or Reel. Select Share or the three-dot menu, then copy its direct link.
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Paste the URL into the downloader
Paste the copied public URL above and select Download. Getchify finds compatible image or video exports for that post.
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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 media exports
Public posts can contain one or more image or video files. The tool returns compatible image or video exports 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
- Copy the direct URL from an eligible public Instagram post or Reel.
- Open Safari, paste the link into Getchify, and select Download video.
- 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
- Copy the public Instagram post or Reel link.
- Open Chrome or another browser, paste the URL, and select Download video.
- Use the generated file link and check your browser downloads, notifications, or Files app.
Windows and macOS
- Copy the eligible public Instagram URL.
- Paste it into Getchify in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or another current browser.
- Open the generated download link and check your browser’s usual Downloads location.
Supported links
Supported link types, output boundaries, and Getchify video branding
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
Does Getchify remove Instagram watermarks? No. Getchify does not remove or alter a watermark already present in source media. By default, video exports include a translucent Getchify mark in the top-right; enable Remove watermark to omit only that added mark. Resolution and audio still depend on the source Instagram makes available.
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 may process video to add its brand mark, but it does not artificially upscale media or remove watermarks already present in the source.
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 or maintain a permanent media library. Video source files are staged in isolated temporary work storage, processed artifacts expire automatically, and 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.
Does Getchify remove Instagram watermarks?
No. Getchify leaves source watermarks unchanged. Video exports include a translucent Getchify mark by default; enable Remove watermark to omit only the Getchify-added mark. Available resolution and audio remain source-dependent.
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 compatible image or video exports for your normal browser download flow.
Download videoUse downloaded content responsibly. Getchify is an independent web tool and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Instagram or Meta Platforms, Inc.