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JosephAnderson
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Oct 14, 2024

How do you download videos from instagram on PC Windows 11?

Hello all, I am a musical instrument teacher and recently I need to download several video materials from Instagram for teaching. I have tried some online instagram video downloader tools before, but there are too many ads and the effect is not good. I would like to ask if there is any simple and easy-to-use method to directly download instagram videos on PC and ensure the video quality? Thank you very much!

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  • Bernardosu's avatar
    Bernardosu
    Copper Contributor

    To download videos from Instagram, it's important to respect copyright and the intellectual property rights of the content creators. If you want to download a specific video, consider reaching out directly to the author or creator of the content. You can do this through:

     

    Direct Message: Send a polite message via Instagram's direct messaging asking if they would be willing to share the video with you.

     

    Comment: Leave a comment on the post asking if they can share the video file or if they would allow you to download it.

     

    Email: If they have their email listed in their profile, that can be a more formal way to contact them.

     

    Always ensure that you have permission before downloading or using someone's content.

  • Arthoure's avatar
    Arthoure
    Copper Contributor

    Please don't use online tool for downloading Instagram videos on a PC. Many online tools require you to input the URL of the Instagram video, which can expose your data to third- party websites. These sites may collect personal information, track your browsing habits, or even inject malware onto your device. The risk of compromising your privacy or security is higher with online tools that are not always transparent about how they handle your data.

     

    Online instagram video downloaders can be unreliable, with frequent issues such as broken links, limited download quality, or excessive ads that disrupt the process. Additionally, these tools may not always be updated to work with the latest changes in Instagram's platform, leading to frequent failures or incomplete downloads. This inconsistency can make the process frustrating and time-consuming.

     

    In conclusion, it is more recommended using a desktop app to download instagram videos in high quality 4K on a Windows 11/10 PC.

     

  • Waiceca's avatar
    Waiceca
    Iron Contributor

    Using the Xbox Game Bar to record Instagram videos on your PC can be a quick workaround when you can't find a direct way to download videos from instagram on PC Windows 11. However, one of the main drawbacks is that recording video usually doesn’t capture the best quality. I’ve noticed when I’ve recorded from my screen, the resolution can drop, which makes the final product look less than stellar compared to the original video. If you're a perfectionist or want to maintain quality, this can be a letdown.

    Sometimes the audio and video don’t sync up perfectly when recording. I’ve had moments where the sound was a bit off, and that can be super annoying, especially if it’s a music video or something where timing is key. It's just awkward when the mouths are moving but the words aren't matching!

  • Eviemuy's avatar
    Eviemuy
    Copper Contributor

    First off, steer clear of suspicious websites that promise free downloads. Many of them are just traps for malware. Stick with well-known tools or software. When you're downloading instagram videos to mp4 on Windows 11 PC, make sure you're choosing the right 2 resolution. Nobody wants a blurry mess! If your tool lets you pick the quality, go for it! Look for at least 720p or higher if you're shooting for something decent by using a dedicated Instagram video downloading software on Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC.

  • Daviavd's avatar
    Daviavd
    Copper Contributor

    I totally understand your concerns about security and video quality. As someone who's been in your shoes, I've got a good news for you in regard to instagram videos downloader for PC. If you're using Microsoft Edge as your default browser, you can take advantage of its built-in feature to download-instagram- videos-to-mp4 on Windows 11 PC. Here's how:

     

    1. Open Instagram in Microsoft Edge.

    2. Find the video you want to download and click on it.

    3. Right-click on the video and select "Save as" (or "Save target as" in some older versions).

    4. Choose a location and file name, and you're done!

  • Leoleei's avatar
    Leoleei
    Iron Contributor
    There are tons of sketchy websites that promise to help you download videos from instagram on Windows 11 PC. But trust me, some of them can be filled with malware or ads that'll just mess up your PC. If you care about quality, make sure you pick options that download in the resolution you want. Sometimes the default settings give you cringey low-res videos that look like they're stuck in 2005.

    After downloading, make sure you remember where you saved it! I've been there—downloaded a video and then lost it like it never even happened. Organize your files, folks!
  • DouglasMurphy's avatar
    DouglasMurphy
    Copper Contributor

    JosephAnderson 

    There is actually another way to find the Instagram video in the cache folder after syncing data to PC through iCloud. Although it is not a direct download video from Instagram, it is very convenient if you already use iCloud to sync data. iCloud will automatically sync some content to the computer, including pictures and videos.

     

    You can open the iCloud app on your PC and make sure that the photo sync function is turned on. After that, the video file will be automatically downloaded to the local storage, and you can find the video you want in the cache folder. However, this method is a bit roundabout and is suitable for those who already use iCloud to sync. It is not the most direct way, but it can still help occasionally.

  • AndrewJenkins's avatar
    AndrewJenkins
    Copper Contributor

    JosephAnderson 

    Using the Xbox Game Bar that comes with Windows to record Instagram videos is actually a good method, although it is not a direct way to download videos from Instagram on PC, as long as you can play the video, recording it is also a way. The key is that this method is simple and does not require the use of third-party instagram video downloader tools.

     

    The specific steps are:

    1. First open the Instagram video and play it to the place you want to record.
    2. Then press Windows + G to bring up the Xbox Game Bar.
    3. Click "Start Recording" on the interface, or directly press Windows + Alt + R to start recording video content.
    4. After recording, the video will be automatically saved to the "Video" folder on your computer.

    Although this is a recording method, not a direct download, the image quality can be controlled by yourself, and it can also avoid many advertisements and download failures. It is quite practical.

    • JosephAnderson's avatar
      JosephAnderson
      Copper Contributor

       


      AndrewJenkins wrote:

      Using the Xbox Game Bar that comes with Windows to record Instagram videos is actually a good method, although it is not a direct way to download videos from Instagram on PC, as long as you can play the video, recording it is also a way. The key is that this method is simple and does not require the use of third-party instagram video downloader tools.

       

      The specific steps are:

      1. First open the Instagram video and play it to the place you want to record.
      2. Then press Windows + G to bring up the Xbox Game Bar.
      3. Click "Start Recording" on the interface, or directly press Windows + Alt + R to start recording video content.
      4. After recording, the video will be automatically saved to the "Video" folder on your computer.

      Although this is a recording method, not a direct download, the image quality can be controlled by yourself, and it can also avoid many advertisements and download failures. It is quite practical.


      This method is really useful, especially avoiding ads and download failures, but can the image quality and frame rate be adjusted when recording? For example, if I want to record a 1080p video, can I ensure that the recorded image quality is consistent with the playback quality? Has anyone tried a better recording or downloading method to download videos from Instagram on PC, with more stable results?

  • DanielMoore's avatar
    DanielMoore
    Copper Contributor

    JosephAnderson 

    Copying the Instagram video link and then saving the entire webpage with an offline browser is actually a pretty straightforward method. You just need to open the video page, copy the link, and then use the offline browser tool to download the entire webpage, and the resources in the webpage, including the video, will be saved locally. This avoids many advertising issues of online instagram video dwonloader tools and maintains the quality of the video.

     

    However, this method may be a little more troublesome to operate, because you need to manually save the entire webpage and then find the video file from the downloaded folder. It is not suitable for batch downloading, but it is still quite convenient to deal with a few video materials.

    • JosephAnderson's avatar
      JosephAnderson
      Copper Contributor

       


      DanielMoore wrote:

      Copying the Instagram video link and then saving the entire webpage with an offline browser is actually a pretty straightforward method. You just need to open the video page, copy the link, and then use the offline browser tool to download the entire webpage, and the resources in the webpage, including the video, will be saved locally. This avoids many advertising issues of online instagram video dwonloader tools and maintains the quality of the video.

       

      However, this method may be a little more troublesome to operate, because you need to manually save the entire webpage and then find the video file from the downloaded folder. It is not suitable for batch downloading, but it is still quite convenient to deal with a few video materials.


      I have tried this method before, but it is a bit troublesome to operate, and the videos in the final downloaded folder are hard to find, and sometimes they are not even downloaded completely, so the effect is not ideal. Is there any other simpler or more effective way to directly download Instagram videos on PC, especially when downloading videos in batches? I hope it will be more convenient, thank you!

       

  • JacobDavis's avatar
    JacobDavis
    Copper Contributor
    Use the browser developer tools to open the Instagram video page, right-click the video, select "Inspect Element", find the video source link and download it directly.

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