I wanted to share a neat trick I recently discovered for downloading Instagram DP images, also known as profile pictures. We all know that Instagram doesn't offer a direct option to save these images, but with a little workaround, you can have those DP images on your device.
Disclaimer: This method is intended for personal use only and should not be used for any malicious purposes or violating anyone's privacy. Always respect others' content and privacy when using this technique.
Step-by-Step Guide:
Inspect Element: Open the Instagram profile of the user whose DP image you want to download in your web browser. Right-click on their profile picture and select "Inspect" or "Inspect Element" (the wording might vary based on your browser).
HTML Inspection: This will open the browser's developer tools, and you'll see a lot of code. Don't be overwhelmed; you just need to focus on finding the right URL.
Locate the Image URL: In the HTML code, look for a line that includes the profile picture. It usually has a format like this
Image Download: Now, paste the copied URL into a new tab in your browser. The profile picture will open in that tab.
Download: Right-click on the image and select "Save image as..." to save it to your preferred location on your device.
That's it! You've successfully downloaded an Instagram DP image. Remember, these images are meant for personal use and should not be shared or used inappropriately.
Open the Instagram profile of the user whose DP image you want to download in your web browser at instadp.io