You do not need the Reddit app to save Reddit videos. Our browser-based tool works on any device — iPhone, Android, and desktop — without any app installation.
Why the Reddit App Is Not Required
The Reddit app does not provide a download feature for videos anyway. Even with the app installed, you cannot save Reddit videos to your device's storage. The app only allows you to bookmark posts for later viewing inside Reddit.
So whether you have the Reddit app or not, you need an external tool like indirici.net to actually save Reddit videos.
The Reddit Audio Problem (Important)
Reddit stores video and audio as separate files. When you try to save a Reddit video through most methods, you get a silent video — because the audio track is in a separate file.
indirici.net automatically downloads both the video and audio files and merges them, giving you a complete video with sound.
Step-by-Step: Download Reddit Videos Without the App
Step 1: Find the Reddit video URL
Open reddit.com in your browser — no app needed, no account needed for public posts.
- reddit.com/r/subreddit/comments/abc123/post_title/
- v.redd.it/abc123 (direct video URL)
Both formats work.
Step 2: Open indirici.net
In the same browser, open a new tab and go to indirici.net/reddit-video-saver.
Step 3: Paste the Reddit URL
Paste the Reddit post URL into the input field. Tap or click Save.
Our tool fetches both the video and audio streams from Reddit's CDN and merges them automatically.
Step 4: Select quality and download
- 1080p (if the original was uploaded in 1080p)
- 720p HD
- 480p
- 360p
Select your preferred quality and click Download.
Using reddit.com in the Browser Instead of the App
If you normally use the Reddit app, here is how to access Reddit in a browser:
iPhone (Safari): Open Safari → type reddit.com → if you get redirected to the app, tap "Not now" when prompted. Add old.reddit.com to your bookmarks for a simpler interface.
Android (Chrome): Type reddit.com in Chrome. If Reddit tries to open the app, tap "Stay on browser" in the notification. Alternatively, go to old.reddit.com for the classic interface.
Desktop: Just visit reddit.com or old.reddit.com — no app needed.
Can You Download Reddit Videos from Subreddits?
Yes. Any public subreddit's videos can be downloaded through indirici.net. Private subreddits require membership, but public subreddits are accessible to everyone — no Reddit account required.
- r/videos
- r/funny
- r/sports
- r/gaming
- r/nature
- r/gifs (which are actually MP4 videos on Reddit)
Reddit GIFs Are Actually Videos
Reddit GIFs (posts marked [GIF]) are actually MP4 video files that loop. They are saved as .mp4 through indirici.net. They will play and loop correctly in any video player.
Saving Old Reddit Videos
Old Reddit posts with v.redd.it URLs work the same way. Even posts from years ago can be downloaded as long as the video is still hosted on Reddit's servers and the post has not been deleted.
File Size Expectations
- Short clips (under 30 seconds) at 720p: 5-20MB
- Longer videos (1-5 minutes) at 1080p: 50-200MB
Conclusion
Downloading Reddit videos without the Reddit app is straightforward with indirici.net. Visit reddit.com in your browser, copy the video URL, paste it into our tool, and save the complete video with audio. No Reddit account, no app install — just a browser.