Instagram Video Download — Complete Guide 2025

Types of Instagram Videos

Instagram supports several video formats, each with different characteristics:

• Feed Videos — Standard posts that appear in your feed, up to 60 minutes long.
• Reels — Short-form vertical videos up to 90 seconds.
• Stories — 15-second clips that disappear after 24 hours.
• IGTV — Long-form vertical videos (now merged with feed videos).
• Carousel Videos — Videos included in multi-image/video posts.

IG Downloader supports all of these formats. Let's go through each one.

Downloading Feed Videos

Feed videos are the most common type. Here's how to save them:

1. Open the video post in Instagram.
2. Tap the three dots (⋯) or the share button.
3. Select "Copy Link".
4. Open IG Downloader and paste the link.
5. Tap "Fetch" — the video preview will appear with engagement stats.
6. Tap download to save in HD.

Downloading Reels

Reels follow the same process as feed videos. The key difference is that Reels are always vertical (9:16 aspect ratio) and are saved in their full resolution.

For a detailed guide, check our article: How to Download Instagram Reels in HD Quality.

Downloading IGTV & Long Videos

Instagram merged IGTV with regular feed videos, but the download process remains the same. Long videos may take a bit more time to fetch due to their larger file sizes.

Tip: Download long videos over Wi-Fi to avoid using mobile data. A 10-minute HD video can be 50-100 MB.

Downloading Carousel Videos

Carousel posts contain multiple images and/or videos. When you paste a carousel post link:

• IG Downloader detects all media items in the carousel.
• You can preview each item by swiping.
• Download individual items or all at once.

Video Quality & Formats

IG Downloader saves videos in their original uploaded quality. Here's what to expect:

• Resolution: Up to 1080p Full HD (1920×1080 for landscape, 1080×1920 for portrait).
• Format: MP4 (H.264 codec) — universally compatible.
• File size: Varies by length and quality. Typically 2-10 MB for Reels, 10-100 MB for longer videos.
• Audio: Included in the video file. Can be extracted separately.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Video won't fetch?

Ensure the URL is correct and the post is from a public account. Private posts require login.

Download is slow?

Check your internet connection. Large videos (10+ minutes) naturally take longer. Use Wi-Fi for best results.

Video quality seems low?

IG Downloader saves at the original quality. If the creator uploaded in lower quality, that's what you'll get.