How to Download Instagram Videos to PC or Mac
You can save any public Instagram video, reel or photo directly to your Windows PC or Mac using DLGram — no software installation needed. DLGram runs in any browser and downloads files straight to your computer's Downloads folder.
Step 1 — Copy the Instagram Link on Your Computer
Open Instagram.com in your browser and find the post you want to download. There are two ways to copy the link:
Method 1 — Via the post menu:
Click the three-dot menu (⋯) in the top right of the post → select "Copy link".
Method 2 — From the browser address bar:
Click directly on the post to open it, then copy the URL from your browser's address bar (Ctrl+C on Windows, Cmd+C on Mac).
Step 2 — Open DLGram in Your Browser
DLGram works in all major browsers on Windows and Mac:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari (Mac)
- Opera, Brave and others
Open a new tab and go to dlgram.org. No account, no login, no installation needed.
Step 3 — Paste the Link and Download
Click the input field on DLGram and paste the copied Instagram link (Ctrl+V on Windows, Cmd+V on Mac). DLGram detects the content type automatically and shows the download button within seconds.
Click Download. The file saves to your browser's default download location:
- Windows:
C:\Users\YourName\Downloads - Mac:
/Users/YourName/Downloads
Videos are saved as MP4 and photos as JPG.
Downloading Instagram Reels to PC
Instagram Reels can be downloaded to your computer the same way as regular videos. Copy the Reel link from the share menu or address bar, paste it into DLGram, and click Download. The Reel is saved as an MP4 file in the highest available quality — typically 1080p.
See also: Full Reels download guide | Instagram to MP4 guide
Downloading Instagram Photos to PC
DLGram also downloads Instagram photos to your computer in full resolution JPG format. For carousel posts (multiple photos in one post), all images are displayed individually so you can save each one.
See also: Instagram photo download guide | Carousel download guide
Downloading Instagram Stories to PC
Instagram Stories can also be saved to your computer using DLGram. Stories must be downloaded while still active — they disappear after 24 hours. Paste the story link into DLGram and the file (JPG or MP4) saves to your Downloads folder.
Playing Downloaded Instagram Videos on PC
Downloaded MP4 files play in any media player:
- Windows: VLC Media Player, Windows Media Player, Movies & TV app
- Mac: QuickTime Player, VLC, IINA
- Video editors: Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, iMovie, CapCut Desktop
Troubleshooting on PC
The file doesn't download — it opens in the browser instead
Right-click the Download button → select "Save link as" (Chrome/Edge/Firefox) or "Download linked file as" (Safari). Choose your save location and confirm.
The downloaded file has no audio
This is a browser issue on some systems. Try downloading with a different browser. VLC can usually play files even if the browser-based player cannot.
The Instagram link doesn't work
Make sure the post is public. Private accounts cannot be accessed. Also check that you copied the full URL — it should start with instagram.com/p/, instagram.com/reel/ or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download Instagram videos to my PC?
Open dlgram.org in any browser on your PC. Paste the Instagram link and click Download. The video saves to your Downloads folder as an MP4.
Do I need to install software?
No. DLGram works entirely in the browser — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari. Nothing to install.
Where are downloaded files saved on PC?
Files save to your browser's default Downloads folder — typically C:\Users\YourName\Downloads on Windows.
Can I download Instagram videos to Mac?
Yes. Open dlgram.org in Safari, Chrome or Firefox on Mac, paste the link and download. Files save to your Mac's Downloads folder.
What format are downloaded Instagram videos?
Videos download as MP4, compatible with all media players and video editors on Windows and Mac.
Can I download multiple videos at once?
DLGram downloads one post at a time. Carousel posts show all items individually. For bulk downloads of entire accounts, consider a dedicated desktop tool like 4K Stogram.