How it works
- Copy the link. In Instagram tap the share icon, then Copy link.
- Paste it above. Paste into the box and press Download.
- Pick a file. Choose MP4, MP3, a photo, or the cover and save it.
About covers
- Cover still. The cover is the still image Instagram shows before a video plays.
- Cover size. We choose the largest image when Instagram provides its dimensions; otherwise, we use an available image.
- Each video. Every video in a carousel has its own cover.
- Photos. Photos are saved from the photo downloader instead.
Limits
- MP4: H.264 video up to 1080p with AAC sound; higher qualities are joined from separate streams without re-encoding.
- MP3: 192 kbps, converted and streamed while it downloads.
- Photos: JPG photos; select several to get one ZIP.
- Covers: the video's cover image as JPG.
- Length: videos longer than 60 minutes are not supported.
- File size: up to 500 MiB per file.
- Not supported: private accounts, Stories, Highlights, live videos, posts that need a login, profiles, and search or tag pages.
Instagram thumbnail downloader FAQ
What is a thumbnail?
The cover image Instagram shows before a Reel or video plays.
Which size is it?
Cover size varies. We choose the largest image when Instagram provides its dimensions; otherwise, we use an available image.
Can I get covers from a carousel?
Yes. Every video in the post has its own cover button.