Last year, Instagram globally rolled out the capability for all users to download Reels from public accounts. Initially launched in July 2023 in the US, this feature allows users to control the download permissions for their reels through the account privacy settings within the app. If a creator has permitted reel downloads from their account, you can easily download and save the reels on your phone or tablet.
If you intend to download reels from a public account, there are some crucial details you should be aware of:
- Primarily, downloading reels is restricted to public Instagram accounts
- Creators can choose to enable or disable reel downloads through their account settings
- There is an Instagram watermark, username, and audio attribution on the downloaded reels
- Reel downloads are strictly for personal use and not intended for commercial purposes
- For Instagram users under the age of 18, the download option is deactivated by default
How to activate the reel download feature for your Instagram account
- Firstly, record and edit your reel
- Tap ‘Next’ appearing on the bottom right corner
- Now, tap ‘More options’ at the bottom
- Scroll down and select ‘Advanced Settings’
- Locate ‘Allow people to download your reels and adjust the setting as per your preference
- Choose to enable or disable downloading for all reels or only the one you are uploading
- Navigate back by tapping the top-left arrow
- Finally, tap the ‘Share’ option at the bottom
How to download Instagram reel from public accounts
- Open the Instagram app on your phone and locate the reel that you want to download
- Tap the ‘Share’ icon and then select the ‘Download’ option
- Now, the Instagram reel will be downloaded and stored in your device camera roll
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