What this tool does
Instaport helps you save copies of the photos you've posted on Instagram so you have a local backup on your computer. It works with Instagram accounts from both Android and iPhone devices and packages your images for download.
How to create a backup
To export your images, sign into your Instagram account on Instaport, pick the option to download a .zip archive, and start the export process. The interface is straightforward and only requires a few clicks to begin.
Exporting options you can customize
- Export only photos that use a particular tag
- Limit the export to pictures posted within a specific date span
- Download a fixed number of your most recent uploads
- Retrieve every image from your account (this is the default behavior)
Future destinations and extra features
Right now the download output is delivered as a .zip file, but the service indicates it may add direct export targets later — for example social networks or feeds. Instaport also includes a few advanced filters and settings so you can tailor what gets exported before you start.
Performance and limitations
If many users are requesting exports at the same time, or if you ask for a very large batch of photos in one go, the process can take noticeably longer. Expect delays when traffic is high or when the export contains hundreds of files.
Bottom line
Instaport provides a quick, user-friendly way to collect and save your Instagram images to your own machine, with several filtering options to control which photos are included.
Technical
- Web App
- Free