How to Download Instagram Reels With Music (2026)
A Reel without its music is half a Reel. If your saved video came out silent, or you want to keep the soundtrack, this guide explains why audio goes missing and the simplest ways to save a Reel with its sound intact.
Why downloaded Reels lose their music
Most Reels use licensed songs from Instagram's music library. Instagram's own in-app download can drop or mute that music for licensing reasons, so the file you save may play with no sound or with only the original voice. That is the main reason people look for a link-based downloader instead.
How to save a Reel with its audio
- Copy the Reel link. In Instagram, tap the paper-plane Share icon on the Reel and choose Copy link. The Reel must be public.
- Paste it into the downloader. Open the Instagram Reels Downloader, paste the link, and tap Download.
- Save the file. SaveIGReel saves the file Instagram serves for the Reel, which normally includes its audio track. Play it once to confirm the sound before you share it anywhere.
Device-specific steps are in our guides for iPhone, Android, and PC and Mac.
How to save only the audio
If you just want the sound, such as a voiceover or a track you want to identify, use the Instagram Audio Downloader. Paste the same Reel link and save the audio on its own.
Other options and their trade-offs
- Screen recording with sound. It works on both iPhone and Android, but it records notifications, captures lower quality, and can include on-screen interface elements.
- Instagram's built-in download. Fine for casual use, but it can add Instagram attribution and may lose licensed music.
- Your own Reels. If you posted the Reel, you can usually save your own copy from the Reel's menu or from your archiving and downloading settings.
Using music you download: copyright basics
Saving a Reel for personal viewing is not the same as having the right to reuse its music. Songs and creator audio are protected by copyright. If you plan to repost, edit into your own content, or use a track commercially, get permission or use music licensed for that purpose. This is general information, not legal advice. Our copyright and fair-use guide covers the details.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my downloaded Instagram Reel have no sound?
Instagram's own in-app download can drop or mute licensed music for rights reasons. Saving the file from the Reel's public link normally keeps the audio track that Instagram serves with the video.
Can I download only the audio from an Instagram Reel?
Yes. Paste the Reel link into the Instagram Audio Downloader to save the sound by itself, which is useful for voiceovers or for checking the track before you use it in your own video.
Can I use a Reel's music in my own videos?
Downloading a song does not give you the right to reuse it. For your own Reels, use Instagram's built-in music library, which is licensed for use on the platform. Get permission before reusing someone else's audio, especially on monetized or commercial content.
Does downloading with music work on iPhone?
Yes. Open the downloader in Safari, paste the public Reel link, and save the file. On iPhone it usually lands in the Files app first, and you can then use Share and Save Video to add it to your Camera Roll.
Having trouble getting a Reel to download at all? See Instagram Reel download not working: 9 fixes.
Download a Reel With Its Sound
Paste a public Reel link and save it in HD from your browser. No app and no Instagram login.