How to Download Twitter/X Videos — Save Tweets as MP4 (2026)

Twitter (now X) does not provide a download button for videos in tweets. Every video you want to save requires a third-party tool. This guide shows you how to download any public Twitter/X video to your iPhone, Android, or computer in HD quality — free, no app required.

How to download Twitter/X videos — step by step

1. Find the tweet. Open X (formerly Twitter) and locate the tweet containing the video you want to save.
2. Copy the tweet URL. Tap the Share icon (arrow or three dots) on the tweet and select Copy Link. The URL looks like x.com/username/status/1234567890. Both old twitter.com and new x.com URLs work.
3. Open DropZap. Go to dropzap.digital/twitter-video-downloader in your browser.
4. Paste and download. Paste the tweet URL and click Download. DropZap fetches the highest-quality version available and starts the download in 3–5 seconds.

What quality will the video download in?

Twitter/X uploads videos in multiple quality tiers — typically 360p, 480p, 720p, and sometimes 1080p. DropZap automatically selects the highest-bitrate version available for that specific tweet. The maximum quality depends on what the original uploader posted and whether X has transcoded it to 1080p (X now supports 1080p uploads for some verified accounts).

How to download Twitter GIFs

Twitter GIFs are stored internally as MP4 video loops, not as actual GIF files. DropZap downloads them as MP4 — the format they actually are — which is smaller, higher quality, and plays in every video player. If you specifically need an animated .gif file for use in Slack, Discord, or email, use any MP4-to-GIF converter after downloading.

Does it work on iPhone and Android?

iPhone (Safari): Open the tweet, copy the link, go to dropzap.digital/twitter-video-downloader in Safari, paste and download. The MP4 saves to the Files app. Tap the file → Share → Save Video to move it to Camera Roll.

Android (Chrome): Same process in Chrome. The MP4 saves directly to your Downloads folder and appears in Google Photos or Samsung Gallery automatically.

Can I download Twitter videos on PC?

Yes. Open the tweet in your browser, click the share icon → Copy Link, then go to DropZap in a new tab, paste, and click Download. The MP4 saves to your default Downloads folder. Works in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, and Safari on Mac.

Common issues and fixes

• "Invalid URL" error: Make sure you are copying the tweet URL, not the profile URL. The URL should contain /status/ followed by a number.
• Video is from a quote-tweet: Use the link to the original tweet that contains the video, not the quote tweet URL. The video always lives on the original post.
• Download is low quality: Some older tweets only have 360p or 480p versions. DropZap returns the best available — there is no higher version to fetch.
• Account is private: Only public tweet videos are accessible. Private or protected accounts' content cannot be downloaded by any external tool.

Is it legal to download Twitter videos?

Downloading publicly posted videos for personal viewing is generally permitted under fair use in most countries. Re-uploading downloaded videos to your own account without crediting the original poster may violate Twitter's terms and copyright law. Always credit original creators if you reshare content.