Instagram, no way, has become our virtual home. We dedicate time and effort to building up our perfect feeds, deciding on a style and color palette, designing Reels and Stories, and coming over to our “neighbors” to see how space is organized there. So, it hurts when we lose the keys to this native environment.
Since the platform only allows uploading content, you will by no means be able to download any photos or videos, even if you were the person who actually created them. On top of that, in case the account is blocked, and you are unable to restore it, there is no other option but to shoot from scratch.
With that in mind, the idea of backing up personal data, as well as storing third-party content offline, no longer seems a bit over the roof.
First thing first, let’s figure out how to secure your personal profile.
Instagram enables exporting personal account data. It encompasses published photos, videos, and achieved files, as Story formats, for example, since December 2017, a list of subscribers, comments, correspondence, and a list of likes. You can request such a package from the app or web version of the social network.
After the request is sent, you will have to wait until the system collects information and sends a link to download the archive by email, which, in general, arrives within 48 hours and remains active for several days. Therefore, you should hurry up with downloading.
Complete the backup in 7 easy steps
1. Log in to the desired account in the app or website.
2. Open the menu by clicking on the three dots in the upper right corner.
3. Select “Your Activity”.
4. In the activity menu, scroll down to the “Download information” button.
5. Enter the email to which the system should send a link to download the archive.
6. Set a data format.
7. Check that the e-mail is correct and start the process.
Numerous third-party services are available that allow users to download any public post from Instagram. Research and select a reputable one that follows Instagram’s terms of service and respects user privacy. Always check user reviews and ratings to ensure trustworthiness.
Downloading content from Instagram can be done through the Instagram Downloader by Inflact.
It is online software, which, compared with an app or an extension, takes no registration. So anyone who wants to keep their private data gets to do it. You only need to provide the relevant URL address to start the process.
Open the tool through any browser: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc. on your mobile or PC and get the picture copied in HD quality without a watermark. You can also save in bulk if necessary. The only restriction one may face is the inseparability of the downloaded piece. Being a single unit, no MP3 or audio effects are available for separate storage.
In case you would like to download a file in MP4, like a Story or a Reel, simply shift to the relevant tab.
To highlight, the content you want to download should be public and not violate any copyright or intellectual property rights. Respect the privacy of individuals and avoid downloading any personal image without permission.
Remember to always give proper credit to the original content creator when using a downloaded pic, if applicable.
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