- Home
- Instagram Audio Downloader
Keep the sound from Reels
Instagram Audio Downloader
Pull the soundtrack out of a public Instagram Reel or video and keep it on your device — handy for music ideas, voice-overs and lectures.
- Free to use
- No account or login
- Works in any browser
- Public posts only
By using this tool you agree to our Terms of Use. Download only content you have the right to save.
Fetching media info…
Recent downloads
What is an Instagram Audio Downloader?
Sometimes the sound is the best part of a Reel: a clear explanation, a short lesson, a motivating talk, a funny voice-over or a song you want to find later. An Instagram audio downloader takes a public Reel or video and saves only its soundtrack, so you can listen to it like a music file or podcast.
With Insta Video Download you paste the link of the Reel and press Download. Our server fetches the video, takes out the audio track and sends you the original MP4 file, which contains the full soundtrack (MP3 conversion is not available on this server at the moment). Because the work is done on our server, it is just as fast on an old phone as on a new laptop.
Who uses it?
- Creators who recorded a voice-over inside Instagram and want to reuse their own audio.
- Students who want to listen to a short lecture or language lesson while walking or travelling.
- Music fans who want a short clip to identify a song later with a music-recognition app.
- Podcasters and teachers who keep their own clips in an audio library.
The tool works with public Reels and videos only. Music on Instagram is usually licensed for use inside Instagram, so please read the section on responsible use below.
What the audio downloader does
Real features only.
Sound only
Keep the soundtrack of a Reel without the video — perfect for listening with the screen off.
Server-side processing
The audio is extracted on our server, so your phone doesn’t do the heavy work.
Small files
An audio file is much smaller than the video it came from.
Paste a Reel link
Use the link of any public Reel or video post that has sound.
No app needed
Works in your browser on every device.
Phone, tablet, computer
The page adapts to your screen and works in all modern browsers.
No sign-up
No account, no e-mail and no Instagram login.
Free
Free to use. Very quick repeated requests are slowed down briefly.
Find songs later
Keep a short clip so you can identify the music with a song-recognition app.
How to download audio from Instagram
Use the link of a Reel that contains the sound.
Find a Reel with the sound
Open Instagram and find a public Reel or video with the audio you want.
Copy the Reel link
Tap the paper-plane icon or the three dots (⋯) and choose Copy link.
Open the audio downloader
Come back to this page in your browser.
Paste the link
Paste it into the box at the top or press Paste.
Press Download and wait
Press Download. Extracting the audio can take a few seconds longer than a normal video download.
Save the audio file
Press the audio download button. You will receive the original MP4 file, which contains the full soundtrack (MP3 conversion is not available on this server at the moment).
Button names in Instagram depend on your device and app version. Links to Instagram’s audio pages (instagram.com/reels/audio/…) don’t work — open a Reel that uses the sound and copy that Reel’s link instead. The Reel must be public.
Which links work for audio?
Audio can only be taken from a video that has sound. Here is what is supported.
-
Public Reels Supported
Links with
/reel/from public accounts. -
Public video posts Supported
Feed videos with links that contain
/p/. -
Reels with muted or removed music Conditional
If Instagram muted the Reel for copyright reasons, there is no sound to extract.
-
Instagram audio pages Not supported
Links like
/reels/audio/…are not videos. Use the link of a Reel that uses the sound. -
Stories, photos and private videos Not supported
Photos have no audio, and private content is not accessible. For Stories, use the Story Downloader to save the video.
Saving audio on different devices
Where your audio file goes and how to play it.
Android phones
The file is saved in Downloads. Open it with your music player or the Files app. Most music apps also find files in the Downloads folder automatically.
iPhone and iPad
Safari saves the file to Files → Downloads. Tap it to play it in Files. Audio files cannot be added to the Photos app; keep them in Files or import them into an app that plays local audio.
Windows computers
The file is in your Downloads folder. It plays in Media Player, VLC or any audio editor.
Mac computers
Find the file in Downloads. It opens in the Music app, QuickTime Player or GarageBand.
Music and file apps differ between devices, so the names on your screen may vary.
Audio quality and file format
Format: you receive the original MP4 file, which contains the full soundtrack (MP3 conversion is not available on this server at the moment).
Quality: MP3 files are created at 192 kbps and 44.1 kHz, which is clear, everyday listening quality. Instagram already compresses the sound when a Reel is uploaded, so a higher bitrate would only make the file bigger without making it sound better.
Source matters: if the Reel was recorded in a noisy place or with a weak microphone, the audio file will sound the same. We do not edit, clean or boost the sound.
File size: one minute of MP3 audio at 192 kbps is about 1.4 MB — much smaller than the video.
Audio problems and solutions
Check these common issues first.
- Invalid Instagram URLUse the link of a Reel or video post. Audio page links (
/reels/audio/) are not supported. - Download button not respondingRefresh the page and allow scripts on this site.
- Private or unavailable videoIf the Reel needs a login or was deleted, its audio can’t be saved.
- Takes a long timeExtraction adds a few seconds, especially for long videos. Keep the page open until the file arrives.
- The file is silentThe Reel may be muted by Instagram or may have no sound. Check it in the app first.
- Poor sound qualityThe audio can only be as good as the original recording.
- I got a video fileWhen MP3 conversion is not available, the original MP4 is delivered. It still contains the audio and plays in music apps.
- Can’t find the fileLook in Downloads or the Files app. On iPhone, audio stays in Files.
What happens to your link and the file
- Your link is sent to our server and to the download service that finds the video. We do not keep a history of the links you paste.
- Video details are cached for about 5 minute(s), then removed.
- To create the audio, our server downloads the video to a temporary file, extracts the sound and deletes the temporary file as soon as it is done.
- The audio file is sent straight to your browser. We do not keep a copy.
- No login or personal details are needed.
Read the full Privacy Policy for more.
Music and copyright, in plain words
Most songs in Reels are licensed to Instagram for use inside its apps. That license does not pass to you when you save the audio. Using a song in your own YouTube video, advert, podcast or event usually needs permission from the music owner — or you can use royalty-free music instead.
Voice-overs and lectures belong to the person who recorded them. Ask before you reuse them, and give credit. Your own recordings are yours to keep.
Insta Video Download is independent and not affiliated with Instagram or Meta.
How to find the name of a song from a Reel
Often you don’t need to download anything to learn which song is playing. Try these steps first:
- Check the audio label. At the bottom of most Reels, Instagram shows the song name and artist. Tap it to see more Reels that use the same sound.
- Read the caption and comments. Creators often name the song, and other viewers often ask and answer in the comments.
- Use a music-recognition app. Play the Reel (or your saved audio file) next to an app such as Shazam or the search feature in your music app.
- Listen to the saved clip later. If you are busy, save the audio now and identify it when you have time.
Once you know the song, listen to it on an official music service. This supports the artist and gives you the best sound quality.
Good ways to use audio you own
If the voice or sound in a Reel is your own, saving the audio opens up many useful options:
- Turn a spoken tip into a short podcast episode or a voice note for your community.
- Use your own voice-over again in a longer video on another platform.
- Keep a library of your best clips to review your speaking style.
- Create subtitles more easily by playing the audio in a transcription tool.
For other people’s voices or music, keep the audio for personal listening unless you have clear permission.
Audio or video — which should you save?
Save the audio when you only need to listen: lectures, talks, voice-overs or music clips. The file is small and plays in the background with the screen off. Save the video with the Video or Reels Downloader when the picture matters too — for example dance steps, cooking or anything you need to watch.
If you are not sure, save the video. It contains the sound as well, and you can always extract the audio later.
Audio downloader FAQ
How do I download audio from an Instagram Reel?
Copy the link of a Reel that has the sound, paste it into the box above and press Download, then press the audio download button.
What format is the audio file?
When audio extraction is available on the server, you get an MP3 at 192 kbps. If it is not available, you receive the original MP4, which still contains the audio.
Can I use an Instagram audio page link?
No. Links like instagram.com/reels/audio/… are not supported. Open a Reel that uses the sound and copy that Reel’s link.
Does it work on iPhone?
Yes. The audio file is saved in Files → Downloads and plays there.
Does it work on Android?
Yes. The file is saved to Downloads and plays in your music or Files app.
Can I download audio from private accounts?
No. Only public Reels and videos are supported.
Why is the audio file silent?
Instagram sometimes mutes Reels for copyright reasons, and some videos have no sound at all.
Can I use the music in my own videos?
Usually not. Music on Instagram is licensed for use inside Instagram. Ask the rights holder or use royalty-free music.
Is the audio downloader free?
Yes, it is free and needs no account.
Related tools
Keep the sound you love
Paste the link of a public Reel into the box above and press Download to save its audio.
Insta Video Download is an independent tool. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to Instagram or Meta Platforms, Inc. Read the Terms of Use and Disclaimer.