- Like stories, you can download Instagram Highlights from the Story Archive. On your profile, tap the three-line icon > Archive > choose the highlight > three-dot icon > Save.
- You can also make a reel out of your highlights and download the video.
- If you need more options, you can try third-party websites and apps to download your or someone else’s Instagram Highlight.
Download Your Instagram Story Highlights from Instagram App
Earlier you could download Instagram Highlights directly from the Highlight’s insight section. However, the platform has removed that feature for some reason. But don’t you worry, here’s what you can do instead.
Method 1. Save Instagram Highlights to Camera Roll Via Stories Archive
Similar to how we download Instagram Stories , we can use the Archives section to download and save Instagram Highlights. However, the archives section doesn’t segregate Highlights under different sections or from just Stories.
So, you’ll have to spend some time finding the highlight you want. Thankfully, there’s a date on each photo, that should help you to find your photos or videos easily.
Step 1 : Launch the Instagram app . Tap the Profile icon to go to your profile screen.
Step 2 : On the profile screen, tap the three-line icon and select Archive . Go to Stories archive.
Step 3 : Search and select the Highlight you want to download.
Step 4 : Now, tap the three-dot icon at the bottom-right corner. Hit Save photo/video from the pop-up menu.
Tip : If you’re not sure if the Story has been saved as Highlight or not, simply look at the Highlight icon at the bottom. It’s a Highlight if the icon is highlighted (pun intended), if it’s white that’s just a Story.
Method 2. Create and Download Highlight Videos From Instagram
While Instagram doesn’t allow you to bulk download Highlights, it does offer you to make a Reel of all stories saved in the Highlight. And here’s how you can create a fun Reel from your Highlights.
Step 1: Open Instagram . Go to your Profile.
Step 2 : Long-press the Highlight you want to convert into a Reel .
Step 3 : Select Convert to Reel .
From here you can follow the usual Reel-making process. You can edit the video (speed it up, trim it, etc.), add music, filters, effects, stickers, text, and more. Once satisfied with the reel, you can either,
- Download the Reel – Tap the Save icon from the top bar and select S ave to camera roll . Notably, this method will save the video without music, so be mindful of that.
- Post the Reel – Tap Next → add details (caption, audience, hashtag, tags. etc.) → Share. Once you’ve shared the Reel, there are multiple ways to download Instagram Reels with the audio, you can check out this guide if you need help.
Tip : If you don’t want to publicly share the Highlight Reel on Instagram, you can simply share it with Close Friends Only and maybe delete or archive it later.
Use Third-Party Websites or Apps to Save Instagram Highlights
There are several benefits of using Instagram Highlights saver websites or apps,
- You can download yours as well as someone else’s Highlights.
- Most platforms offer a simple, easy-to-use interface.
- Bulk Download Instagram Story Highlights.
- Download Highlights on any device, iOS, Android, macOS, or Windows.
- Minimal privacy concerns, as you’re not required to log in with your account; just provide the link to the highlight or profile.
How to Find and Copy Instagram Highlight Links
Before we share websites and apps, it’s wiser to know how to gather the link for the Instagram Highlight you want to download, After all, it is one thing you’ll surely need, no matter which app or webpage you use.
On your phone – Long-press the Highlight you want to download and tap Copy highlight link .
From the Instagram web – Open the Highlight and copy the link from the address bar.
Tip : If you can’t copy the Highlight link because you’re having trouble loading Instagram Story Highlights, here’s the fix .
Method 3. Websites for Saving Other’s Instagram Highlights to Phone or Computer
We surfed through several websites and found the following four to be dependable, hassle-free, and almost perfect for the task at hand.
- InDown.io – Not just Instagram Highlights, but you can also download Reels, Video, photos/posts, Stories, and Display Picture for your and someone else’s account. All you have to do is paste the Highlight link and it will bring you all the photos and videos in the Highlight.
Check out InDown.io
- SSSGram – This one is another tool that will allow you to download a bunch of stuff from Instagram, including Highlights, iGTV, and profile pictures. Moreover, you can also download HD photos, Reels’ songs/music, and videos as MP4. Additionally, it is also available as an app for your PC.
Check out SSSGram
- StorySaver.net – It’s a perfect tool to download more than one Highlight from an account. It lists all the Highlights and current Stories for you to peruse through and pick the one you want.
Check out StorySaver.net
Method 4. Apps To Download and Save Instagram Highlights
For one-off instances, you should probably use the websites. However, if you want to download Highlights from multiple accounts or want their Reels, Stories, etc., as well, an app might be a simpler option.
If you’re using an iOS device, check out Reposter or InSave . Android users could opt for InstSaver or Video Downloader for Instagram . While free to use, the apps might bug you with ads occasionally. So, you’ll have to bear with that or invest in their premium version.
