Download Instagram Stories
Enter a username or paste a story URL. Results show stories only.
How to download Instagram stories
Instagram stories disappear after 24 hours. To save them, use the search box above in one of two ways. By username: type the account's Instagram handle (no @ needed) and hit search. You'll see all current stories from that profile in a grid — click any to preview and download the photo or video. By story URL: if you have a direct link (e.g. from "Copy link" when someone shares a story), paste it into the box. You'll get only that story's snaps in a single viewer; step through and download each one.
No Instagram login is required. The tool works for public accounts in your browser. Stories are saved in full quality (photos and short videos) so you can keep memories or back up your own content before it expires.
Why save stories?
People use an Instagram story downloader to back up their own stories, keep a friend's or creator's story before it vanishes, or archive inspiration (with permission). Instagram doesn't offer a built-in way to download other people's stories, so a free story saver like this fills the gap. You get the same quality as on the app — no watermarks, no login.
- Save stories before the 24-hour expiry
- Download by username (all current stories) or by story URL (one story)
- Works on phone and desktop — no app install
For a full step-by-step guide, see our blog: How to download Instagram stories.