How to Download Instagram Reels

The Complete Guide to Saving Instagram Reels

Instagram Reels are one of the most engaging forms of short-form video content on the internet. Whether you're a content creator looking to back up your portfolio, or a user who wants to save a DIY tutorial or recipe, downloading Reels directly to your device is incredibly useful.

Unfortunately, the official Instagram app does not provide a native button to export Reels to your phone's camera roll or your computer's hard drive. That is where the Deadloops Reels Downloader steps in. Our free web-based utility works seamlessly across iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows.

Step 1: Locate the Instagram Reel

First, open your Instagram app or navigate to Instagram.com on your desktop browser. Find the specific Reel you want to download. Ensure that the creator's account is public, as our tool respects Instagram's privacy policies and cannot access videos from private accounts.

Step 2: Copy the Video Link

Next, you need to grab the direct URL to the video.

• On the Mobile App (iOS & Android): Tap the Share icon (it looks like a small paper airplane) on the right side of the screen. In the menu that pops up, tap the Copy Link button.
• On a Desktop PC or Mac: Click the three-dot menu (...) on the Reel and select "Copy Link", or simply highlight the URL in your browser's address bar and press Ctrl+C or Cmd+C.

Step 3: Paste the Link into Deadloops

Return to this webpage. You will see a text box at the top of the screen. Paste your copied link into this box. Once pasted, tap the Download button. Our system will immediately process the link and fetch the highest available quality video file directly from Instagram's servers.

Step 4: Save the MP4 to Your Device

A preview of the Reel will appear to confirm we've fetched the right content. Click the Continue to download button. After a brief secure countdown, tap Download now.

• iPhone/iPad Users: The file downloads to Safari's Downloads folder. Open the downloads list and tap "Save Video" to move it to your Photos app. View the detailed iOS guide.
• Android Users: The MP4 will save directly to your Downloads folder and appear in your Gallery. View the detailed Android guide.
• PC/Mac Users: The file will appear in your system's default Downloads directory. View the detailed PC guide.

Why Use Deadloops for Instagram Reels?

• No Installation Needed: Keep your device safe. Our tool runs entirely in your web browser, meaning no shady apps or extensions to install.
• High Definition (HD) MP4: We prioritize fetching the highest resolution MP4 files available for a given Reel, ensuring it looks great whether you're viewing it on a phone or editing it on a 4K monitor.
• Fast and Free: There are no registration forms, no paywalls, and no download limits.

Important Legal & Ethical Notice

Deadloops is designed strictly as a personal utility. We strongly believe in respecting the intellectual property rights of content creators. You should only use this tool to download Instagram Reels that you yourself have created, videos that are in the public domain, or videos for which you have received explicit, written permission from the creator to download and use.