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Last updated: February 27, 2026
Most failed Instagram requests come from misunderstanding private vs public boundaries. This is both a technical and compliance issue.
Public vs Private in Practice
- Public posts/reels: usually retrievable through normal workflows.
- Private account media: unavailable without authorized access context.
- Expired stories: no longer retrievable after availability window.
Operational Rule for Teams
- Validate URL type first (post, reel, story, profile).
- Check visibility constraints before retry loops.
- Never automate aggressive retries against protected content.
Use Instagram ダウンロードer for posts/reels and Instagram Story ダウンロードer for stories.
Why does one reel succeed and another fail?
Visibility and media availability can differ even within the same account.
Can private account media be downloaded anonymously?
No, not in a compliant and reliable public workflow.