How to Copy a RedNote Video Link on Any Device

Why You Need the Video Link First

Before you can use any RedNote (Xiaohongshu) video downloader, you need the video's share link. This link is what tells the downloader exactly which video to find. The link is just a short web address that points to the original post on RedNote.

Copying the link only takes a few seconds, and once you understand the process, it works the same way every time. In this guide, we will walk you through exactly how to copy a RedNote video link on iPhone, Android, and desktop computers.

How to Copy a RedNote Link on iPhone

If you are using an iPhone, follow these steps:

  1. Open the RedNote app on your iPhone.
  2. Browse the feed or use the search to find the video you want.
  3. Tap the video to open it in full view.
  4. Look for the Share icon. It usually appears as an arrow pointing to the right or as three dots in a corner of the screen.
  5. A menu will slide up from the bottom of the screen with several options.
  6. Tap "Copy Link" to save the link to your iPhone clipboard.

The link is now ready to paste anywhere you like. You can paste it into Safari, Chrome, a notes app, or directly into a downloader website.

How to Copy a RedNote Link on Android

The steps on Android are nearly identical to iPhone:

  1. Open the RedNote app on your Android phone or tablet.
  2. Find the video you want by scrolling the feed or searching.
  3. Tap the video to open the post.
  4. Tap the Share icon in the lower right corner.
  5. From the share menu, choose "Copy Link" or the equivalent option in your language.
  6. The link is now copied to your Android clipboard and ready to use.

How to Copy a RedNote Link on a Desktop Computer

If you are using RedNote on the web at xiaohongshu.com, copying a link is just as easy:

  1. Open your browser and go to the RedNote website.
  2. Find the video you want and click to open it.
  3. Look at your browser's address bar at the top of the window.
  4. Click on the address bar to highlight the URL.
  5. Press Ctrl+C on Windows or Command+C on Mac to copy the URL.

You can also right-click the address bar and choose "Copy" from the menu.

What Does a RedNote Link Look Like?

A typical RedNote video link looks something like this: http://xhslink.com/a/AbCdEf12345 or https://www.xiaohongshu.com/discovery/item/12345abcde. Both formats are valid, and both will work with most video downloaders.

The short xhslink.com format is what you usually get from the mobile app, while the longer xiaohongshu.com URL appears when you copy from the desktop browser.

Common Issues and How to Fix Them

Sometimes copying a link does not work the first time. Here are a few quick fixes:

  • If the Share button is missing, make sure the video is fully loaded before tapping it.
  • If the link looks broken, try copying it again. The clipboard may not have updated.
  • If the post appears to be private, you will not be able to share or copy a link from it.
  • Make sure you have the latest version of the RedNote app installed.

What to Do After Copying the Link

Once you have the link copied, you can paste it into any RedNote video downloader website. The downloader will read the link, find the video, and give you a button to save it to your device. The whole process should take only a few seconds.

Final Thoughts

Copying a RedNote video link is simple once you know where to find the share button. The same general steps work on iPhone, Android, and desktop, so you only need to learn it once. Always remember to respect the original creator's rights and only download content that you have permission to save.

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