Facebook video downloader
Paste the link of a public Facebook video, Reel or live replay to save it as an MP4 file, keep its audio track or its cover. Public videos from Pages and profiles work best; when Facebook asks for a sign in before showing a public video, the desktop app can use your own browser session.
Facebook often asks visitors to sign in. The website only reaches videos that Facebook shows without an account; the desktop app can use your own browser session for content your account can see.
What you can download
- Videos from public Pages and profiles
- Facebook Reels
- Replays of live videos
- Videos in public posts and public groups
- fb.watch short links
Formats and quality
- Video: MP4 in SD or HD, depending on what Facebook offers for that video.
- Audio: MP3 or M4A, handy for live talks and interviews.
- Cover: the preview image in JPG, PNG or WEBP.
- Images: the photos of a public post, when Facebook exposes them.
How to download in three steps
- 01
Copy the Facebook link
Tap Share under the video, then Copy link. On a computer, you can also click the date of the post to open it on its own and copy the address.
- 02
Paste it on SocialDownload
Paste the link here. facebook.com, fb.watch and fb.com addresses are all recognized.
- 03
Pick the quality and download
Choose the video quality, add the audio or the cover if you want them, then download.
Good to know
- On a computer, click the date of a post to get its direct link: it is more reliable than an address copied from the news feed.
- A live video can be downloaded once the broadcast has ended and the replay is published.
- Videos shared only with friends or in private groups are private content: they are not accessible on the website, and you should not download them without the consent of the people who shared them.
Questions about Facebook
Can I download Facebook Reels?
Yes. Copy the Reel link from the Share button and paste it here. Reels are saved as vertical MP4 videos.
How do I download a Facebook live video?
Wait until the live has ended and its replay is available, then copy the link of the replay. Very long replays can exceed the length the website accepts; the desktop app handles them on your computer.
Why does my Facebook link not work?
The video may be private, deleted, or shown only to signed in users. If it is public and still online, the desktop app can use your own browser session.
Is the Facebook downloader free?
One free download per day, without an account and up to 720p. For HD and more downloads, use credits or the lifetime desktop app (47.99 EUR, up to 3 computers).