How to download videos from Facebook?

You can download a video from Facebook via third-party apps or online services like Facebook Video Downloader and FBSaver.

You can download a Facebook video via mobile apps (Android and iPhone) or third-party online services, as Meta’s social network does not offer the feature natively.

Both methods download the video via the original post link. However, the online service does the entire process via a browser, without the need for you to download an app on your device.

Next, learn how to download private Facebook videos on mobile or PC.

How to download a video from Facebook to your phone or PC using the link

1. Go to Facebook and copy the link of the post with the video

Open the Facebook mobile app or log in to the social network via your PC’s web browser. Then open a public video, tap the three-dot menu on the post, and choose “Copy Link” to download the Facebook video via the link.

2. Use the FDOWN service to download Facebook video

Launch your preferred web browser and go to fdown.net, which is used to download Facebook videos. Then, paste the copied link into the text field, go to “Download,” and click on one of the options to download the Facebook video online.

How to Download a Facebook Video on Android via App

The tutorial below uses Facebook Video Downloader, which is an Android app for downloading videos from Facebook. You can download this app free from the Google Play Store.

1. Open Facebook and copy the link of a public video

Open the Facebook app and go to a publicly visible video. Then, tap the three-dot menu on the post and choose “Copy Link.”

2. Download Facebook videos via the FVD app

Launch the Facebook Video Downloader app, paste the copied URL, and tap “Download.” Finally, tap the icon of the desired option to download videos from Facebook.

How to Download Facebook Videos on iPhone via App

The steps below require you to install the FBSaver app on your iPhone. The app is accessible on the App Store for free, as long as you view the advertisements.

1. Open Facebook on your iPhone and copy the post link

Go to the Facebook mobile app and access a public video on the social network. Then, tap the three-dot menu on the post with the media and click “Copy link” to download the video from Facebook to your iOS phone.

2. Launch the FBSaver mobile app and paste the copied link

Launch the Facebook app on your iPhone. Then paste the copied link into the text field and tap “Discover.”.

3. Watch the ad and download the video from Facebook

Choose “Watch Ads” to download Facebook videos on your iPhone for free. After the ad, tap the “x” icon next to the “Reward Received” option to start downloading the media automatically.

Why can’t I download videos from Facebook?

Because Facebook does not have an included download feature, you can only use third-party apps or services to download movies from Facebook. Furthermore, there are some important reasons why you might not be able to complete the downloads, including:

• Private Videos: The third-party tool or service you are using does not offer the option to download private Facebook videos.

• Video removed: The video has been removed from Facebook and can no longer be downloaded via third-party apps or services.

• Technical Issues: The third-party app or service you are using for Facebook video downloads may be unavailable or experiencing technical issues.

• Internet instability: your internet connection is unstable or unavailable, impacting the functioning of third-party services or apps that depend on the network.

Is it possible to download private videos from Facebook?

Yes, as long as you have access to restricted content. To download videos from Facebook, you can copy the link of the post and use FVDownloader’s dedicated private video download tool.

It is not recommended to use third-party apps or services that require Facebook login credentials, as you may put the privacy of your data, messages, and profile on the social network at risk.

Can I download videos from Facebook live streams?

Yes, if the video remains visible on the profile after the live broadcast ends. Simply access the content after the live broadcast ends on Facebook, copy the video link, and use services or apps like Facebook Video Downloader and FBSaver to download the media. This feature can be useful for users wanting to save memorable moments or understand what Highlight means on Facebook.

Do videos downloaded from Facebook keep their original quality?

No. By default, Facebook compresses uploaded videos for optimization on the platform, which already alters the quality of the original media. Additionally, third-party tools and services used to download videos from Facebook do not always provide the same file format as the original media.