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How to Download Twitter/X Videos in 2026

Complete guide to saving Twitter and X videos & GIFs — Free, no app needed

Twitter (now rebranded as X) doesn't offer a built-in download button for videos. Whether it's a breaking news clip, a funny meme video, or an important announcement, you need a third-party tool to save Twitter videos to your device.

In this guide, we'll show you how to download Twitter/X videos for free using SaveMyReel — a fast, safe online tool that works on any device without apps or extensions.

How to Download Twitter Videos with SaveMyReel

SaveMyReel is the easiest way to download Twitter videos. It supports both twitter.com and x.com URLs.

Step 1: Copy the Tweet URL

Open Twitter/X and find the tweet with the video you want. Tap the Share button (arrow icon) and select "Copy link". Alternatively, copy the URL from your browser's address bar.

Step 2: Paste into SaveMyReel

Go to savemyreel.online and select the X (Twitter) tab. Paste the copied tweet URL into the input field.

Step 3: Download

Click the Download button. Your video will be processed and saved as an MP4 file in HD quality to your device.

💡 Pro Tip:

Twitter GIFs are saved as MP4 files — this is because Twitter actually stores GIFs as MP4 internally. The quality is identical to what you see on Twitter.

What Can You Download from Twitter/X?

  • Video tweets: Download any video uploaded directly to a tweet
  • Twitter GIFs: Save GIFs as MP4 files with full animation quality
  • Retweet videos: Download videos from retweets and quote tweets
  • x.com videos: Both old twitter.com and new x.com URLs are supported

Why Twitter Doesn't Have a Download Button

Unlike platforms like YouTube (which offers Premium downloads), Twitter has never provided a native download option for videos. This is mainly due to copyright and content licensing concerns.

However, since tweets are publicly visible, tools like SaveMyReel can extract the video URL and let you save it as an MP4 file. This is similar to right-clicking an image to save it.

FAQ — Downloading Twitter/X Videos

Do both twitter.com and x.com links work?

Yes! SaveMyReel supports both the old twitter.com URLs and the new x.com URLs. Both work identically.

Can I download Twitter GIFs?

Yes! Twitter GIFs are saved as MP4 video files — this is because Twitter stores GIFs as MP4 internally. The quality is identical to what you see on Twitter.

Can I download videos from private Twitter accounts?

No, SaveMyReel can only download videos from public tweets. Content from private/protected accounts cannot be accessed.

Is it free to download Twitter videos?

Yes, SaveMyReel is 100% free with no hidden fees, premium plans, or download limits.

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