Video Downloader Not Working? 7 Fixes That Usually Help

Most failed downloads come down to a few simple causes. Work through this list from top to bottom.

The checklist

1. Make sure the video is public. Private and friends-only videos cannot be fetched.
2. Copy the link again from the Share menu instead of the address bar.
3. Remove extra text around the link. Paste only the URL.
4. Refresh the page and try again. Links expire after a few minutes.
5. Switch browser. Safari on iPhone, Chrome on Android.
6. Turn off VPN or ad blockers that block downloads.
7. Try later. Platforms change things often and fixes can take time.

Still stuck?

Try another downloader on this site: TikTok, Facebook or YouTube.

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