Media Helper for Instagram
Easily download Instagram pictures and videos.
Media Helper for Instagram - Firefox Addon
'Media Helper for Instagram' is a Firefox extension designed to let users download Instagram photos and videos easily. It operates by simulating local storage of images, but users are cautioned not to overuse it to avoid detection by Instagram. Waiting is required when mousing over video posts for the functionality to take effect.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 185
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: Very high risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- tabs
- downloads
- *://*.instagram.com/*
- *://*.cdninstagram.com/*
- *://*.fbcdn.net/*
Size: 39.41K
Email: me*****@outlook.com
Ranking
# 647 ▲ 9
Other platforms
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
Warning: Please don't use it too much, the operation is not allowed by IG. Although this tool only simulates local storage of images, IG may be able to detect abnormal users in the near future, so please take care of this yourself if it causes your users to be abnormal.
Note: When video post mouseover you must wait a little second.
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Can download images.
- Has saved users from low-quality meme downloads.
- Works well for stories on private accounts.
Cons
- Has issues with downloading videos.
- Not currently functioning properly and hasn't been updated for several months.
- File naming problems when images are liked by accounts the user follows.
Most mentioned
- Doesn't work for downloading videos.
- Can download images but struggles with video downloads.
- Issues with file naming conventions.
User reviews
This has worked really well for a few years, if a little touchy. Suddenly not working at all today. Not sure what to do to force it.
by Critifur, 2024-11-16
Does the job great. Worked on stories (private accounts) as well.
by Alex, 2024-10-30
Couldn't get it to work.
by edenflare, 2024-10-25
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Media Helper for Instagram requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Media Helper for Instagram has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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