How to Download Threads Videos on iPhone
Threads has no download button anywhere in the app, so saving a video takes a workaround. ThreadsSave is a free, browser-based tool that saves any public Threads video straight to your iPhone's Files or Photos app in about 30 seconds.
Download a Video NowIf you have ever tried to save a Threads video to your iPhone, you have probably noticed there is no download button anywhere in the app. Meta built Threads for scrolling and sharing inside the app itself, not for exporting content, so when you find a video worth keeping you are stuck unless you know a workaround.
That is where ThreadsSave comes in. There is nothing to install from the App Store, no account to create, and no watermark added to your video. All you need is Safari, or really any mobile browser, and about half a minute. Below is a complete walkthrough for downloading Threads videos on iPhone, along with answers to the questions iOS users run into most.
How to Save a Threads Video on iPhone
Find the video in Threads
Open the Threads app and scroll to the post containing the video you want to save. This works for videos posted by any public account.
Grab the post link
Tap the three-dot menu (⋯) in the corner of the post and select Copy Link. Threads copies the post's URL to your clipboard automatically.
Open ThreadsSave in Safari
Switch over to Safari and go to threadsvideosaver.com. Tap the input field on the homepage - it usually detects and pastes the copied link for you.
Paste the link and tap Download
If the link does not appear automatically, paste it into the box yourself, then tap Download to let ThreadsSave process the video.
Save the video to your iPhone
Once the video preview loads, press and hold it, then choose Save to Files or Save to Photos. The video is now stored locally on your device, and it stays playable even without an internet connection.
Why Use ThreadsSave Instead of Screen Recording
Screen recording works in a pinch, but it comes with real downsides: lower video quality, a visible status bar and notifications, audio that can drift out of sync, and extra time spent trimming the clip afterwards. ThreadsSave downloads the original video file directly from Threads' servers, so you get the same resolution and audio quality as the source post - nothing re-recorded, nothing degraded.
Good to Know for iPhone Users
- Works on iPhone 8 and newer running iOS 14 or later
- No app, plugin, or Safari extension required - everything happens in the browser
- Downloads land in the Files app first; you can move them into Photos afterwards
- When a post offers multiple quality options, choose HD for the best result
- Works over Wi-Fi or mobile data, though Wi-Fi is faster for larger videos
- Only public Threads posts can be downloaded - private accounts are not supported
Is It Safe and Legal to Download Threads Videos?
ThreadsSave only works with publicly available posts - it does not bypass any privacy settings or access private content. That said, the video itself still belongs to whoever posted it. It is fine to save videos for personal viewing, but if you plan to repost or reuse someone else's content, it is good practice to credit the original creator or ask permission first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a Threads video into my Camera Roll on iPhone?
Once ThreadsSave has processed the video, press and hold the player and tap "Save Video". iOS drops it straight into your Photos app Camera Roll.
Will this work on my iPad too?
Yes. ThreadsSave runs on any iOS or iPadOS device. Just open threadsvideosaver.com in Safari on your iPad the same way you would on an iPhone.
Do I have to download an app first?
No app needed. ThreadsSave works entirely in your browser, so Safari (or any mobile browser) is all it takes.
Why can't I just download videos from inside the Threads app?
Meta has not added a native download button to Threads. ThreadsSave fills that gap by pulling the video file directly from the public post URL, so you can save it without leaving your browser.
Does downloading a video reduce its quality?
No. ThreadsSave pulls the original file from Threads' servers rather than re-recording the screen, so the resolution and audio match the source post.
Is there a limit to how many videos I can download?
No. ThreadsSave is free to use with no daily limit on the number of videos you can save.