Expanded Sharing Options

Instagram now allows anyone to download public Reels drafts

Instagram has announced a major update that allows users from around the world to download Reels, following its initial introduction in the United States earlier this year. This new functionality offers users greater flexibility in sharing and saving Reels that they find engaging or inspiring. Let’s dive into the details of this exciting update....

Expanded Sharing Options

Previously, users had the option to share Reels on public profiles, Stories, or through direct messages. In addition, they could save Reels by accessing the saved Reels tab within the application. However, Instagram has now introduced a feature that enables users to share downloaded Reels on various other platforms as well....

Adam Mosseri’s Announcement

Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram, recently made an important announcement on his Broadcast channel. He revealed that all users can now download Reels from public accounts and save them directly to their camera roll. It means that you can easily keep a collection of your favorite Reels right at your fingertips....

Watermark and Gradual Rollout

It’s worth noting that any Reels downloaded in this manner will feature a watermark with the Instagram handle of the creator. It ensures that credit is given where it is due. However, as with any major update, the rollout will take some time to reach all users. So, if you don’t see the download option available on your account just yet, don’t worry—it will be coming your way soon....

Disabling Reels Download Function

Even though public accounts now have the option to enable the Reels download feature, some creators may choose to deactivate it. If this is the case, users will be unable to save Reels from these accounts to their galleries. However, there’s a workaround! By tapping the three dots on a specific Reel of interest, users can save it and access it later through the Saved tab....

How to Download Reels on Instagram

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How to Disable the Download Option for Your Reels

On Thursday, the Instagram head shared on his Broadcast Channel that it is now available globally. Any reel downloaded will include a watermark with the creator’s Instagram handle. To take advantage of this exciting feature and download Reels to your camera roll, simply follow these steps:...