Short answer: Copy the Reel's link in Instagram, open QuickReel in Chrome, paste the link, tap Find media, then tap Download. The MP4 saves to your Downloads folder and usually appears in your gallery.
Download a Reel on Android in 4 steps
- In Instagram, open the Reel and tap the paper-plane (Share) icon.
- Tap Copy link.
- Open QuickReel in Chrome, paste the link, and tap Find media.
- Tap Download. A notification tells you when the file is saved.
Where to find the file
The video goes to your Downloads folder. Most phones also show it in the Gallery or Google Photos within a minute.
If you cannot see it in the gallery, open your Files app (often called Files or My Files), go to Downloads, and tap the MP4.
Tips
- Chrome and Samsung Internet both work. If one fails, try the other.
- If storage is low, the download can fail. Free up some space and try again.
- Only public Reels can be saved. Private accounts are protected.
Using a computer instead? See how to download Reels on a PC or Mac.
Questions
Where do downloaded Instagram Reels go on Android?
They go to the Downloads folder, and usually also show in your gallery. If not, open the Files app and look in Downloads.
Do I need to install an app to download Reels on Android?
No. QuickReel works in your mobile browser, so there is nothing to install.
Related guides
- How to Copy an Instagram Reel Link (Phone and Computer)
- How to Download Instagram Reels on iPhone (Free, No App)
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