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2026-03-22 | 5 min read | VidSaveo Editorial

How To Download IGTV Videos In Full Quality

Save long-form Instagram IGTV videos to your device. Learn the download process, quality options, and best practices for IGTV content.

Last updated: 2026-04-15

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What Happened To IGTV

Instagram merged IGTV into Instagram Video in late 2021, but the format lives on. Long-form videos (up to 60 minutes for verified accounts) are still a core part of Instagram's content ecosystem. Many creators have extensive libraries of IGTV content — tutorials, interviews, vlogs — that they want to preserve.

Whether you're a creator backing up your own catalogue or saving a tutorial for offline reference, here's how to download IGTV-length videos.

Downloading Long Instagram Videos

  • Open the Instagram video (these appear in the Video tab on profiles).
  • Tap the three-dot menu and select 'Copy Link'.
  • Paste the link into VidSaveo's Instagram downloader tool.
  • Wait for format extraction — longer videos may take a few extra seconds to process.
  • Select your quality preference and download.

Quality And File Size Expectations

IGTV/long-form Instagram videos are typically available in 720p or 1080p. Because these videos can be much longer than Reels (up to 60 minutes vs 90 seconds), file sizes can be significant.

A 30-minute IGTV video at 1080p might be 500 MB to 1 GB. Make sure you have enough storage before downloading. Use Wi-Fi instead of mobile data for large downloads.

Backing Up Your Own IGTV Content

If you're a creator, I strongly recommend maintaining local backups of your IGTV content. Instagram doesn't guarantee permanent storage, and accounts can face issues. Download clean copies of your videos regularly and store them on an external drive or cloud storage.

Tips For IGTV Downloads

  • Be patient with longer videos — extraction takes more time for 10+ minute content.
  • Download over Wi-Fi to avoid timeouts and data overage charges.
  • For very long videos (30+ minutes), consider downloading in a desktop browser for the most stable experience.
  • If the download seems stuck, refresh the page and try again — temporary server timeouts can happen.

⚠️ Disclaimer

Only download IGTV content you own or have permission to use. Respect content creators and Instagram's terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I download hour-long Instagram videos?+

Yes, VidSaveo supports long-form Instagram videos. Longer videos may take more time to process and will produce larger files.

Is IGTV still a thing in 2026?+

IGTV was merged into Instagram Video, but the long-form video format is still fully supported. The content still exists and is downloadable.

What quality are IGTV downloads?+

IGTV/Instagram Video downloads are typically available in 720p and 1080p, depending on the original upload quality.

Can I download IGTV videos on mobile?+

Yes, but for longer videos, a desktop browser provides a more stable download experience due to file size.

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Written by VidSaveo Editorial

Digital Media Specialist at VidSaveo. Passionate about video strategy, workflow automation, and content repurposing for marketing agencies and professional creators globally.

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