Learn how to Download a Video from Instagram Using VidMate on an Android phone

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Scrolling through Instagram, you’ve probably come across a video that made you laugh, taught you something new, or simply felt too good to watch only once. The problem? Instagram doesn’t give you a direct “download” button. That’s where VidMate comes in! It’s one of the easiest ways to save your favorite Instagram videos right onto your phone for offline viewing.

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help you out:

🔹 Step 1: Install VidMate

  • Since VidMate isn’t available on the Google Play Store, you’ll need to download the VidMate APK from here.
  • Go to Settings > Security > Install Unknown Apps on your Android phone and enable the option to install apps from unknown sources, as shown on image 1.
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  • Open the APK file and install VidMate.

🔹 Step 2: Open Instagram and Copy the Video Link

  • Launch the Instagram app and find the video you want to save.
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  • Tap the send button that’s sitting just above the three-dotted vertical line at the bottom-righ corner of the post on image 2.
  • Select the Copy Link button — this copies the video’s URL to your clipboard (as shown on image 3).
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🔹 Step 3: Paste the Link into VidMate

Open the VidMate app on your phone, and you shall find the app prompting you to go to your copied URL, as shown on image 4.

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  • If for some reason the app doesn’t prompt you to go your URL, just go to the search bar at the top, and then paste the Instagram link you just copied.
  • VidMate will fetch the video for you in just a second.

🔹 Step 4: Choose Your Format and Quality

  • You’ll see download options like MP4 (video) or MP3 (audio only) as shown on image 5.
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  • Pick your preferred video resolution (like 480p, 720p, or even 1080p if available).
  • The higher the resolution, the bigger the file size—so choose based on your storage and internet speed.

🔹 Step 5: Download and Enjoy Offline

  • Tap Download, and VidMate will start saving the video to your phone.
  • Once it’s done, you’ll find the video in your Gallery or Downloads folder.
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  • Now you can watch it anytime, even without Wi-Fi or data.

✅ Quick Tips

  • Always download from the official VidMate site to avoid fake versions.
  • Keep your VidMate app updated for better performance.
  • Respect content creators—use downloads for personal use, not for re-uploading without permission.


Using VidMate to download Instagram videos on Android is fast, easy, and super handy when you want to keep content offline. Whether it’s a funny reel, a cooking tutorial, or an inspiring video, VidMate makes sure you can watch it on repeat—even when Instagram is out of reach.

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