Is SMDownloader a free social media video downloader?

Yes. SMDownloader is a free social media downloader and SM video downloader that runs in your browser. Paste a public link from a supported platform, preview the media, and save to your device — no account, app install, or payment.

What does the Download button do?

The Download button starts a temporary retrieval of public media from the linked platform so you can preview it in your browser. That step does not save a permanent copy on our servers. When you choose to keep the file, your browser saves it locally — the same as any normal web download.

Is SMDownloader affiliated with social platforms?

No. SMDownloader is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, YouTube, X, Douyin, SoundCloud, or any other platform. See our Platform Disclaimer for details.

Does SMDownloader store videos?

No. SMDownloader does not host, store, archive, or publish third-party media. Processing is temporary and user-initiated — we fetch and stream media back to you without retaining a permanent copy.

Can I download any public video?

No. Public availability does not mean you have legal permission to download or reuse content. You must own the content or have permission from the rights holder.

Who is responsible for downloaded content?

You are solely responsible for every URL you submit and for how you use downloaded files.

Can copyright owners request blocking?

Yes. Copyright owners can send notices to copyright@smdownloader.com. We may block specific URLs, domains, or platforms in response to valid complaints.

Which platforms are supported?

See our Platforms page for current networks, accepted URL formats, and copy-link guides.

Do I need an account?

No account or login is required. Paste a public link and click Download.

INSTAGRAM GUIDE · VIDEO

How to copy an Instagram video or IGTV link

Feed videos (/p/) and IGTV (/tv/) — paste on SMDownloader to save the MP4.

How to copy an Instagram video or IGTV link — step by step

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Open the video post

Find a public feed video or IGTV upload in the Instagram app or on instagram.com. The post must play as video — not a still-photo carousel or a reel. Reels use instagram.com/reel/ URLs and need the reel copy guide instead.

Instagram mobile app showing a public feed video post open before tapping Share. — Screenshot: a public Instagram feed video post open and ready to share.

Example URLs

https://www.instagram.com/p/SHORTCODE/https://www.instagram.com/tv/SHORTCODE/

Related guides & tools

Reels use /reel/ URLs and copy differently. For short-form clips, see the reel guide — or jump to the Instagram video downloader and Reels downloader tools.

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Common questions

What is the difference between /p/, /tv/, and /reel/ URLs?

Feed videos use instagram.com/p/SHORTCODE/. IGTV uses instagram.com/tv/SHORTCODE/. Short-form reels use instagram.com/reel/SHORTCODE/ — see the reel copy guide for those.

Can I copy a video link from a private account?

No. The post must be public. If Instagram asks you to log in or follow the account to view it, Share → Copy link will not produce a URL SMDownloader can fetch.

Does Share → Copy link work on desktop too?

Yes. On instagram.com, click Share below the post and choose Copy link — or copy the address bar URL directly. Both produce the same public link.

Will SMDownloader save the video as MP4?

Yes. After you paste a valid /p/ or /tv/ URL and click Download, preview the file and save the MP4 to your device.

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