How to Download a Video from X (Twitter)
Follow this comprehensive tutorial to learn how to locate public post URLs, paste them into SaveMyVid, choose available MP4 qualities, and save videos directly to iPhone, Android, or PC.
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What an X Post URL Looks Like
An X post URL is the direct web address of an individual public post containing media, structured as https://x.com/username/status/123456789 or https://twitter.com/username/status/123456789.
The digits at the end of the URL represent the unique numeric status ID of the post containing the video media.
Step-by-Step Instructions
To download a video from X using SaveMyVid, follow these four simple steps:
- 1
Copy the URL of a public X post
Open the X or Twitter app, or navigate to x.com in your web browser. Locate the public post containing the video.
- On mobile (iOS/Android): Tap the Share icon under the post and select Copy link.
- On desktop (browser): Click the Share icon or copy the URL directly from your browser address bar.
- 2
Paste the URL into SaveMyVid
Open SaveMyVid in any web browser on your phone, tablet, or computer. Paste the copied post link into the input field at the top of the page.
- 3
Click Download Video
Click the blue Download Video button. SaveMyVid will connect to the public post endpoints and fetch all available media options.
- 4
Select an available video quality
SaveMyVid will display the resolutions provided by the original post (such as HD 1080p, 720p, or SD). Click on your preferred option to download the MP4 file directly to your device storage.
Selecting an Available Format
SaveMyVid outputs standard MP4 video files that play natively across all modern operating systems, web browsers, and media players.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Post is from a private or protected account
SaveMyVid only works with public posts. If an account is protected or the post has privacy restrictions, the video stream cannot be accessed.
Post contains only photos or external link cards
Posts must contain an actual uploaded video or GIF. Links pointing to external video hosting sites do not have downloadable media on X.
Post was deleted
If the author has removed the post or their account has been deactivated, the video is no longer accessible on X servers.
Video plays without sound
If the video does not have audio, check if the original post was an animated GIF (GIFs on X have no sound track) or if the creator uploaded silent media.
Copyright and Permission Reminder
Please respect the intellectual property rights of content creators. Videos, audio recordings, and visual media published on X remain the property of their respective authors and copyright owners.
SaveMyVid is intended solely for personal, offline archival and educational purposes. Do not re-upload, sell, or commercially distribute downloaded content without the explicit consent or license of the original copyright holder. For more information, please review our Copyright Policy and Terms of Service.