How to Record Instagram Videos for Free [Multiple Devices]

Instagram is undoubtedly one of the biggest SNS platforms over the world. In addition to the primary photo sharing feature, Instagram introduces Reels and Stories enabling users to share and enjoy short-form videos. It is a good idea to record Instagram videos and then repurpose them later for social media snippets, sharing experiences, promoting a business, marketing, and more. 

But, how to record videos from Instagram successfully. In this article, we would like to share easy solutions to record Instagram Reels & Stories on PCs, iPhone and Android devices for free.

How to Record Instagram Videos on PC

An Instagram video recorder is the must-have tool to record your desired videos from Instagram. iTop Screen Recorder boasts the ability to capture any video from any platform while playing. Whether you want to record Instagram Reels, Stories or Instagram Live, it delivers you a perfect result.

iTop Screen Recorder is specially designed to make high-quality screen recordings. It accurately records what's happening on your desktop and keeps all details. The audio can be seamlessly captured as well. So, it is also available to record Instagram video calls with audio. The screen recorder for PC has an straightforward and beginner-friendly interface. You can quickly get how to use it without guesswork.

How to record an Instagram video with iTop Screen Recorder? Follow the tutorial.

Step 1. Free download and install iTop Screen Recorder on your PC

Step 2. Visit Instagram in your browser, log in your account and play the video or live you want to record.

Step 3. Launch iTop Screen Recorder. Go to Record > Screen and select recording area. Turn on Speaker to screen record Instagram video with audio.

Step 4. Click REC button to start recording the Instagram video.

Step 5. Click Done button on the mini control bar to stop recording when the video ends playing. The result file is saved to Files > Video. Play or save the video at will.

What's more, iTop Screen Recorder includes a set of features not only letting you record any content on the screen but ensuring the best recording experience.

• No time-limit recording: iTop Screen Recorder is a free screen recorder with no time limit. You can record a long-lasting live or video call on Instagram at will.
• No-lag recording: iTop Screen Recorder utilizes hardware acceleration to reduce the load of CPU and speed up recording process. You can enjoy smooth workflow even for recording a 4K/high fps videos and games.
• No black-screen issue: Some streaming services produce a black screen when someone screen records their content. iTop Screen Recorder builds in an Enhance Mode to avoid the error. Just press CTRT + click REC button simultaneously. Next, you can screen record protected videos without black screen.

How to Record Instagram Videos on iPhone

If you use Instagram on your iPhone a lot, you can use iPhone built-in recording feature called Screen Recording to record Instagram video on your iPhone. The built-in screen recorder on iPhone has some limits that you should know. It allows you to record Instagram video for up to 10 minutes at a time and doesn’t record audio by default. Some videos may not be recorded for copyright reasons. It records in the orientation that your iPhone is in. If you change from portrait to landscape during Instagram video recording, the video may fail to adjust automatically. Use the following steps to screen record Instagram video on your iPhone. 

Step 1. On your iPhone, open the Instagram app and play the video you’d like to record on your iPhone. 

Step 2. Tap Settings > Control Center, and tap the "+" icon to start to record Instagram video. 

Step 3. Tap the red status bar at the top of your iPhone screen to finish the recording. Go to Photos to find your recorded Instagram videos. 

Can you screen record Instagram video call on iPhone? Yes. Just long tap the record button on Control Center, and tap the Microphone button to turn it on for your Instagram video.

Also Read: How to Record Your iPhone Screen on PC >>

How to Record Instagram Videos on Android

Users who are using the Instagram app on Android can resort to the built-in screen recorder on Android, which allows you to record Instagram video up to 4GB and 30 minutes at a time. External audio can also be recorded using a microphone. Remember to enable the audio recording feature in the screen recording settings. Below are steps about how to record videos from Instagram Reels and Stories.

Step 1. Open Instagram on Android. Access the notification panel by swiping down from the top of the screen on your Android device. You should see the Screen Recorder icon and tap the icon to open the screen recorder.

If you want to customize recording resolution, audio recording, and other recording settings, go to Settings > Advanced features > Screenshots and screen recorder, select Screen recorder settings.

Step 2. Tap the Start Recording button to start recording Instagram video.

Step 3. Wait for the countdown of 3 seconds. Then the recording process begins. When the recording process finishes, tap the red dot in the notification bar and choose Stop. The tutorial also works for users who are looking for how to record Instagram video call with audio. Note that steps may vary on different Android device models and Android OS versions.

Conclusion

How to record Instagram video? The built-in screen recorders on iPhone and Android devices are especially convenient for capturing Instagram videos right at the moment, though recording time is limited. But if you want to record Instagram videos on PC without time limit in high quality and create a more professional-looking video, iTop Screen Recorder may be a better option. In addition to recording Instagram videos, the screen recorder for PC can handle basic tasks and offers an extra level of polish. Just free download iTop Screen Recorder and start now.