Works on all devices. These steps are the same on mobile (iOS/Android) and desktop. For iOS, use Safari and hold the download button to save the file.
Twitter / X Videos
Public tweets only — protected accounts cannot be downloaded
1
Find the tweet with the video
Open Twitter/X on your phone or browser and find the tweet containing the video you want to download.
2
Tap the Share icon → Copy link
Tap the share icon (↑ arrow) below the tweet, then select Copy link to Tweet.
The link looks like: twitter.com/username/status/123456
3
Paste into YJ Downloader & click Get Video
Go to YJ Downloader, paste the URL, and click Get Video.
4
Pick quality and download
Choose Best Quality, HD 720p, SD 480p, or MP3 Audio. Click Download Now and your file saves immediately.
Instagram Reels, Posts & Stories
Public accounts only
1
Open the Instagram post or Reel
Navigate to the video Reel, Post, or Story you want to save on Instagram.
2
Tap ⋯ → Copy Link
Tap the three-dot menu (⋯) at the top right of the post and choose Copy Link.
3
Paste & download on Instagram page
Visit our Instagram downloader, paste the link, and click Download.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, completely free. No subscriptions, no account required, and no hidden fees ever.
The most common reasons are: the account is private or protected, the video has been deleted, or it is region-restricted. Make sure the post is from a public account. If the problem continues, try a different quality option.
On Safari, tap and hold the Download Now button, then choose "Download Linked File". The video saves to your Files app. You can then move it to Photos from there.
You can download in MP4 format (Best, HD 720p, or SD 480p) or extract the audio as an MP3 file.
Downloading videos for personal use is generally acceptable, but redistributing or monetising downloaded content without permission may infringe the creator's copyright. Always respect creators' rights.