instagram-reel-downloader-whatsapp
Download an Instagram Reel via sssinstagram.com and return it as a WhatsApp-ready video file. Use when a reel URL is provided and yt-dlp is blocked or not preferred.
Best use case
instagram-reel-downloader-whatsapp is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Download an Instagram Reel via sssinstagram.com and return it as a WhatsApp-ready video file. Use when a reel URL is provided and yt-dlp is blocked or not preferred.
Teams using instagram-reel-downloader-whatsapp should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/instagram-reel-downloader-whatsapp/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How instagram-reel-downloader-whatsapp Compares
| Feature / Agent | instagram-reel-downloader-whatsapp | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Download an Instagram Reel via sssinstagram.com and return it as a WhatsApp-ready video file. Use when a reel URL is provided and yt-dlp is blocked or not preferred.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Instagram Reel via sssinstagram
## Requirements
- Node.js 18+.
- `playwright-core` installed in the runtime.
- Chromium-compatible browser binary available via:
- `BROWSER_EXECUTABLE_PATH` (preferred), or
- default `/usr/bin/brave-browser`.
## Environment variables
- `OPENCLAW_WORKSPACE` (optional): workspace root used for output path.
- `REEL_DOWNLOAD_DIR` (optional): explicit download directory override.
- `BROWSER_EXECUTABLE_PATH` (optional): browser binary path override.
1. Validate input URL.
- Accept only `https://www.instagram.com/reel/...` (or `/reels/...`) links.
2. Run downloader automation script.
- Execute:
- `node scripts/download_via_sss.mjs "<instagram-url>"`
- On success it prints:
- `MEDIA_PATH=<absolute path>`
3. Send the file to user on WhatsApp.
- Use `message` `action=send` with `media` set to `MEDIA_PATH`.
- Add a small caption like `Done 🐾`.
4. If the site blocks automation.
- Retry once after a short wait.
- If it still fails, report failure cleanly and ask user for another link.
## Notes
- Uses `BROWSER_EXECUTABLE_PATH` if set, otherwise defaults to `/usr/bin/brave-browser`.
- Saves videos to `REEL_DOWNLOAD_DIR` when set, else `<workspace>/downloads` (`OPENCLAW_WORKSPACE` or current working directory).
- Uses Playwright (`playwright-core`) in headless mode.
- Optional cleanup script: `bash scripts/cleanup_reels.sh 30` (minutes to retain, default 30).
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