Does this work for IGTV?

Yes. IGTV posts use the same public media source, so the downloader handles them like feed videos. Paste the IGTV link the same way.

Can I download carousel posts?

Video items inside a carousel are supported. Photo-only posts and image slides are outside the scope of this video downloader.

Why is the video shorter than the post?

Instagram may split long uploads into segments. Copy the link of the specific segment you want if the full post does not resolve.

Do I need to log in to Instagram?

No. Sescepte never asks for Instagram credentials. Only content that is publicly visible without a login can be processed.

Can the download include comments or captions?

No. Only the media file is downloaded. Captions, likes, and comments stay on Instagram.

Is downloading Instagram videos legal?

Personal use of public content is generally tolerated, but copyright still belongs to the creator. Ask permission before republishing or using a clip commercially.

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How to download Instagram videos

Feed videos and IGTV posts are public media like reels. The download flow is identical: copy the post link, paste it, choose MP4, and save.

Updated: November 3, 20264 min read

Supported post types

Standard feed videos.
IGTV long-form posts.
Video items inside a carousel post.
Public reels — see the dedicated reels guide.

The download flow

Open the video post. Find the video or IGTV post on Instagram. The account must be public, not private or close-friends only.
Copy the post link. Tap the three-dot menu on the post and choose Copy link. On desktop, copy the address bar URL.
Paste it into the downloader. Open the Instagram downloader, paste the link, and let the preview load with its thumbnail.
Select the video file. Pick the MP4 option. The file carries the original audio and the resolution Instagram serves for that post.
Save it to your device. Confirm the download, wait for the sponsor countdown, and open the file from your downloads.

Quality and file size

The MP4 matches the source Instagram serves for that post. Short clips are usually a few megabytes; longer IGTV episodes can be considerably larger, so check your mobile data if you are not on Wi-Fi.

What is not supported

Photos, image carousels, stories, highlights, and direct messages are not processed. A story link is not a post link and will be rejected. Profile links are also rejected — you need the link to one specific post.

Troubleshooting

If the preview does not appear, confirm that the post is public and still online. Links copied from the app sometimes contain a user identifier and extra parameters; that is fine, but a shortened link from a third-party app may not resolve. Copy the link directly from Instagram for the most reliable result.

Use it responsibly

Saving a public post does not transfer ownership. Credit the creator when you share, and get permission before any commercial use or re-upload.