SCIENCE

Instagram users can now download Reels

By Athik Saleh

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Download Reels

Instagram has launched a new feature that allows users to download Reels. They can share it outside Instagram too.  

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Only public accounts

Users can only download Reels from public accounts. The feature is currently available to a select group of users in the US. 

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How-to

Users have to open a Reel they like. Tap the 'share' icon. Eligible users will find a new 'Download' option. Click that to download the Reel. 

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Privacy

Instagram's private account Reels cannot be downloaded, and public accounts can turn off downloading through Account Settings, similar to TikTok's policy.

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Watermarking

Downloaded Reels will have the Instagram logo and the name of the account. This is similar to what TikTok and YouTube have done. 

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