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How to download Facebook videos

Facebook lets you save videos to a watch-later list, but not to your device. This guide shows how to download any public Facebook video or Reel as a normal MP4 you actually own.

Updated · 3 steps · about a minute

  1. Copy the video link

    Tap Share on the video and choose Copy link. Regular facebook.com links, fb.watch short links, and share/v/ links all work.

    Facebook video with the Share button highlighted in the action row
    Share under any public video, then choose Copy link

  2. Paste it into ClipKoala

    Paste on the Facebook downloader page. The video appears with its title and thumbnail in a few seconds.

  3. Download in HD

    Click Download HD for the best quality Facebook serves, or the smaller SD option if you are short on space.

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Good to know

  • Reels work exactly the same way as regular videos
  • Videos inside private groups or events cannot be fetched; the post must be public
  • Live streams can be saved once the broadcast has ended and the replay is public

FAQ

Common questions

Why does my Facebook link fail?

The most common reason is privacy: the video must be public. Links from private groups, friends-only posts, or logged-in-only pages cannot be fetched.

Do fb.watch links work?

Yes. Every public link format works: facebook.com/watch, fb.watch short links, share links, and Reel links.

Is there a limit on video length?

No fixed limit. Long videos simply take a little longer to start downloading.

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