How to Download Instagram Story Highlights
Updated 2026-09-10
Instagram Highlights are saved Stories that stay on a profile. Instagram gives you no way to download them, but you can save the photos and videos from any public Highlight in HD — free and without an app. Here's how.
How to use?
Copy Link
Copy the link of the video or reel you want to download.
Paste Link
Paste the link into the box above and press Download.
Download Now
Choose the quality you want and save it to your device.
Step 1 — Copy the highlight link
Open the Highlight, tap the three dots and choose Copy Link (or copy the profile link).
Step 2 — Paste into the highlights downloader
Open our free Instagram Highlights downloader, paste the link and press Download.
Step 3 — Save in HD
Each photo and video in the Highlight is saved to your device in the best quality Instagram provides — no watermark.
Public accounts only
Only Highlights from public accounts can be saved. Private accounts require you to be an approved follower, and the owner is never notified when you download a public Highlight.
Frequently asked questions
How do I download Instagram Highlights?
Copy the highlight or profile link, paste it into an Instagram Highlights downloader and save the photos and videos in HD.
Will the person know I downloaded their Highlight?
No. Downloading a public Highlight sends no notification to the account owner.
Can I download Highlights from a private account?
No. Only public accounts' Highlights can be saved.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no signup.