A compatible MP4
Compatible video and audio tracks are packaged into an MP4 when available. The file does not include the surrounding post, comments or website interface. Still images are not converted into videos.
TUMBLR VIDEO DOWNLOADERNo app. No sign-up.
Tumblr
Video Downloader
Download an available Tumblr video from its post link. Open the individual post, paste its address above, then preview and save the MP4 when processing finishes.
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STEP-BY-STEP DOWNLOAD GUIDE
From a link to your files.How to save a video from Tumblr
To download video from Tumblr, copy the individual item’s link, paste it into IOdown and select Get video. Once processing finishes, check the result and choose Download MP4 to save a file to your device. Use only content you own or have permission to download.
Copy the Tumblr video link
Open the individual Tumblr post containing the video and copy its permalink. Check that you selected a video post rather than the blog home page, an image post or a tag listing.
Paste the link and request the file
Paste the URL into the Video link field above and select Get video. Keep the page open while the request is queued and processed. If an error appears, read it before retrying; a valid link does not guarantee access to the media.
Preview and save the MP4
When a file is ready, play the preview and check its duration and sound. Choose Download MP4 before the displayed expiry time. Locate the file in your browser’s downloads list or your device’s Files or Downloads folder.
A Tumblr reblog may embed video hosted on another service. That host controls media access. Saving the MP4 does not include the post’s text, reblog history or comments.
How to save on iPhone, Android or desktopWhy won’t my Tumblr download work?
START WITH THE RIGHT LINK
Download Tumblr video from a post permalink
This Tumblr video downloader accepts individual post links. Choose a post containing playable video; a dashboard, tag search or blog home page does not identify the one video you want.
Open the post in its own page before copying the address. A GIF or photo post is not a downloadable video here. When a Tumblr post embeds a video from another website, availability depends on that original host. You can also use the original video page with its matching IOdown tool.
| Page type | URL or starting point | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Blog post | https://BLOG.tumblr.com/post/POST_ID/POST_SLUG | Use a post containing video, not a blog home page. |
| Post permalink | https://www.tumblr.com/BLOG/POST_ID/POST_SLUG | Open the individual post and copy its full address. |
Find the original media on Tumblr, then copy the individual item’s link.
KNOW WHAT YOU ARE SAVING
Tumblr downloads: format, quality and watermarks
Source quality, not upscaling
Resolution depends on the versions the source provides. IOdown does not turn a low-resolution upload into HD or 4K. Missing or muted source audio cannot be recreated by downloading it.
No IOdown watermark added
The tool does not add its own branding to the file. Logos, captions and watermarks already embedded in the source remain. Downloading is different from editing or removing a watermark.
FROM THE BROWSER TO YOUR DEVICE
Save Tumblr videos on your phone or computer
Keep this page open until processing finishes. Preview the result, then choose Download MP4 before the expiry time shown next to the file.
iPhone or iPad
Use your browser’s download action when the file opens. Check the browser’s downloads list and the Files app. If the share menu offers Save Video for a compatible video, you can also save it to Photos. Audio-only MP4 files belong in Files or an audio player.
Android
Confirm the browser’s download prompt, then check Downloads in your file manager. A saved video may also appear in your gallery. If it only opens in a player, use the browser or player menu to save the file.
Windows or Mac
Choose Download MP4 and use the browser’s download list to locate the file. If a player opens instead, use its save action. Keep the .mp4 extension and open the result in a compatible media player.
WHEN A LINK DOES NOT WORK
Tumblr download troubleshooting
Start with this Tumblr check
Check the post type and whether the video still plays. Restricted blogs, removed posts and media that requires a login may be unavailable. A Tumblr listing does not guarantee that every post can be retrieved.
- The link is rejected
- Use the full HTTPS page URL for one media item. Remove surrounding share-message text, but keep the media ID and any required query parameters. A profile, search page or direct file link is not the same as a media page.
- The source refuses access
- A public page can still be restricted by region, login requirements or server access checks. Your browser session is not shared with IOdown. Follow the specific error shown instead of repeatedly submitting the same link.
- Processing takes longer than expected
- Check whether progress is still moving. Long recordings and slow source hosts take more time. If the service asks you to wait because it is busy, wait before creating another request.
- The download link expired
- Prepared files are temporary. Submit the original media-page link again to request a new copy, provided the source is still accessible. The expiry shown with the result is the time to follow.
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GOOD TO KNOW
Tumblr downloader FAQ
Answers about links, files and availability.
How do I download a Tumblr video?
Copy the permalink of a Tumblr post with video, paste it above and select Get video. Wait for processing, preview the file and select Download MP4. If the post embeds another website’s player, try the original media page in that platform’s downloader.
Does the Tumblr downloader save photos, GIFs or an entire blog?
No. This page requests one available video per link and packages it as MP4. It does not export photo sets, animated GIF files, liked posts or complete blogs.
How do I download from Tumblr?
Copy the full HTTPS page URL for an individual item on Tumblr. Use the original media page rather than a search, profile, or collection page. Paste the link above, select Get video, then save the available MP4 file once processing finishes.
Which Tumblr links does IOdown support?
Copy the full HTTPS page URL for an individual item on Tumblr. Use the original media page rather than a search, profile, or collection page. IOdown processes one item at a time when the source exposes a compatible MP4 or M4A stream. Bulk collections, live streams, DRM-protected media, and sign-in-only content are not supported.
Why is my Tumblr download unavailable?
The Tumblr item may have been deleted, made private, restricted by region, or protected by a login or DRM. Changes on Tumblr can also break extraction. A listing is not a guarantee that a particular URL works.
Can I download Tumblr videos as MP4 without an app?
You can request an available MP4 in your browser without installing an app or creating an IOdown account. Quality, audio, and watermarks depend on the source. This tool does not remove DRM, bypass access controls, or guarantee a particular resolution.
Can I save an entire Tumblr playlist or live stream?
No. Paste an individual, completed media item from Tumblr. Each request saves at most one file and is subject to file-size and server-capacity limits.
How long can I save my Tumblr download?
The file is temporarily stored and normally removed 15 minutes after processing finishes. Check the expiry shown next to the download and save it before that time. Only download content you own or have permission to save.
What is the file size limit for Tumblr downloads?
Each file is limited to 10 GiB. There is no overall download time limit. Availability depends on the source and the media format.