Via redfox.hk API parses Instagram video links and directly returns watermark-free video download links.
Capability Overview
- Platform Support：Instagram
- Content Type: Video (mp4 direct download link)
- Input Method: Just paste an Instagram video link (only one link at a time; batch upload is not supported)
- Output Result: Directly returns the video download link; copy it to a browser or download tool to save
- Link Display Rules: The download link and cover link must display the complete original URL; it is strictly prohibited to use
...or any form of truncation
How to Use
Example Commands
Download an Instagram video:
python3 "$SKILL_PATH/scripts/downloader.py" "https://www.instagram.com/reel/xxxxx/"
First-Time Use
Configure the API Key first, then run:
# 设置环境变量
export REDFOX_API_KEY=ak_你的密钥
# 解析视频，获取下载链接
python3 "$SKILL_PATH/scripts/downloader.py" "https://www.instagram.com/reel/xxxxx/"
Go to redfox.hk to register and get an API Key.
Subsequent Use
Configuration methods (choose one):
| Method | Command |
|---|---|
| Environment Variable(Recommended) | export REDFOX_API_KEY=ark_你的密钥 |
| Command-Line Parameter | python3 "$SKILL_PATH/scripts/downloader.py" "<链接>" --api-key ark_你的密钥 |
| Configuration File | echo '{"api_key":"ark_你的密钥"}' > ~/.qoder/apis/redfox.json |
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Watermark-Free Direct Link | The API automatically returns a watermark-free video download link, with no manual processing required |
| Paste and Parse Instantly | Just paste the post link; no additional operations required |
| Link Adaptability | Supports Reel and regular post links on instagram.com |
| Direct Results | Returns the download link directly after parsing; copy and use |
Common Use Cases
| Scenario | Example Link | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Save videos on IG | https://www.instagram.com/reel/xxxxx/ |
Get a watermark-free video download link |
| Offline collection of Reel videos | https://www.instagram.com/reel/xxxxx/ |
Copy the link after parsing to download and save |
| Secondary content creation | Any Instagram video link | Download materials for editing and creation |
| Material backup | Any Instagram video link | Back up favorite videos locally |
Supported Post Link Formats
| Platform | Link Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram Reel | https://www.instagram.com/reel/<shortcode>/ |
Reel short video |
| Instagram Post | https://www.instagram.com/p/<shortcode>/ |
Regular post video |
FAQ
Q: How do I get my own API Key? A: Go to redfox.hk to register and get a Token.
Q: Do the downloaded videos have a watermark? A: No. The API returns a watermark-free direct video link.
Q: Can I upload multiple links in a batch? A: No. Only one link can be entered at a time; batch upload will cause parsing to fail.
Q: What should I do if link parsing fails? A: Confirm that the link is complete, the post still exists, and the account content is public. Private accounts or deleted posts cannot be parsed.
Learn more
This tool is built based on redfox.hk of parseWork/videoDownload/instagram interface. Visit the official website to see more API capabilities and usage documentation.