Facebook Video Downloader
Save any public Facebook video to your device in HD quality. Paste the URL, pick your resolution, download instantly. Free and no login required.
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How to Download Facebook Videos
Downloading a Facebook video takes three steps. Find the video you want to save on Facebook, click the three-dot menu on the post, and select Copy Link. Paste that link into the input field above and hit Download. The tool fetches the video and offers HD and SD download options.
Choose HD for the best quality or SD for a smaller file size. Both versions download as MP4 files that work on any device. The process is the same whether you are downloading from a Facebook page, group, personal profile, or Facebook Watch.
The tool works entirely in your browser. No app installation, no Facebook login through the tool, no software to download. Paste the link, pick the quality, save the file.
Why Download Facebook Videos?
Facebook does not offer a straightforward download button for most videos. You can save a video to your Watch Later list within Facebook, but that does not give you an actual file on your device. If the video gets deleted or the account is removed, your saved link stops working.
Downloading gives you a permanent copy. Billions of videos are shared on Facebook, and content disappears regularly as users delete posts, change privacy settings, or deactivate accounts. If a video matters to you, downloading is the only way to guarantee you will still have access to it.
Common use cases include saving family and event videos shared in private groups, keeping copies of how-to tutorials and recipes before they get buried in your feed, archiving live streams for later viewing, and downloading your own content to repurpose on other platforms like YouTube or Instagram.
HD vs. SD: Which Should You Choose?
The tool offers two quality options for most videos. Understanding the difference helps you pick the right one.
HD (High Definition) is typically 720p or 1080p, depending on how the video was uploaded. If the creator uploaded at 1080p, you get 1080p. This is the best option for watching on larger screens, editing, or reposting on other platforms. File sizes are larger but the visual quality is noticeably better.
SD (Standard Definition) is 360p or 480p. The file is significantly smaller, which makes it better for saving storage space or downloading over slow connections. SD is perfectly fine for short clips you want to reference later or share in messaging apps where video gets compressed anyway.
Facebook supports uploads up to 4K resolution, but the platform compresses everything. The HD download gives you the best quality that Facebook's servers have stored, which is typically 720p or 1080p for recently uploaded content.
Video Format and Technical Details
All Facebook video downloads are MP4 files with H.264 video compression and AAC audio. This is the most universally compatible video format and plays on every phone, computer, and media player without extra software.
Facebook allows video uploads up to 240 minutes (4 hours) with a maximum file size of 10 GB. The platform recommends uploading at 1080 x 1080 for feed posts, 1080 x 1920 for Reels and Stories, and 1920 x 1080 for landscape videos. Frame rate is capped at 30 fps.
Facebook Reels are vertical videos at 1080 x 1920 resolution. Stories are also 1080 x 1920. Standard feed videos can be any aspect ratio from 16:9 (landscape) to 9:16 (portrait) to 1:1 (square). The downloader handles all formats and aspect ratios.
Facebook Download Quality Options
| Quality | Resolution | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| HD (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 px | Editing, archiving, large screens |
| HD (720p) | 1280 x 720 px | General viewing, sharing |
| SD (480p) | 854 x 480 px | Saving storage space, mobile viewing |
| SD (360p) | 640 x 360 px | Slow connections, minimal storage |
Public vs. Private Videos
This tool works with public Facebook videos. A public video is one that anyone can see without being logged into Facebook or being friends with the poster.
Private videos, videos shared only with friends, or videos in private groups are restricted by Facebook's privacy settings. The tool cannot access content that requires authentication.
If you need to download a video from a private group you belong to or from a friend's profile, you will need to use the video's page source method, which involves viewing the page source code in your browser and extracting the video URL manually. This is more technical but works for content you have legitimate access to.
For your own videos, Facebook's built-in Download option is available on some of your posts. However, many users find the quality from Facebook's own download feature is lower than the original upload, which is where third-party tools can help.
Downloading on Different Devices
Android users can tap the download button and the MP4 saves to the Downloads folder or Gallery, ready to share right away.
On iPhones and iPads, the video goes to the Files app. From there, open Downloads, tap the file, hit Share, and select Save Video to place it in your Camera Roll.
Desktop downloads on Windows, Mac, or Linux land in your default downloads folder. You can rename files, sort them into project folders, or open them in editing software directly from there.
All devices get the same quality. Facebook serves the identical MP4 file regardless of the device you use to download.
Privacy and Copyright
The video uploader does not receive any notification when you download their video through this tool. Facebook does not track third-party downloads.
Regarding copyright, Facebook videos are owned by their creators. Downloading for personal use, offline viewing, or reference is common practice. Re-uploading someone else's content without permission or credit is a copyright issue.
For businesses downloading competitor content or industry examples for internal analysis, this is standard practice in social media marketing. Using downloaded content in ads or published materials without the rights holder's permission is not.
If you plan to build on what you are reviewing here, Facebook likes can help support the next stage.
Features
- HD and SD Options: Choose between high-definition quality for the best visual experience or standard definition for smaller file sizes.
- All Video Types: Download from Facebook feed posts, Reels, Stories, Watch, live streams, and page videos.
- No Login Required: No Facebook account or sign-up needed to download public videos.
- MP4 Format: All downloads are universal MP4 files compatible with every device and media player.
- Free and Unlimited: No download limits, no daily caps, no hidden fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can download any public Facebook video, meaning videos from public pages, profiles, and groups. Videos with restricted privacy settings that are only visible to friends or group members cannot be downloaded.
All downloads are saved as MP4 files. The format is universally compatible and works on any smartphone, computer, and media player without extra software.
HD delivers 720p or 1080p resolution for the best image quality, but with larger files. SD offers 360p or 480p with smaller file sizes, ideal if you want to save storage space or download over a slow connection.
No. The tool does not require a Facebook account or registration. You simply paste the link of the public video and download it.
Open the video on Facebook, click the three-dot menu on the post, and choose Copy Link. Then paste that link into the tool's input field.
No. The creator does not receive any notification. Facebook does not track downloads made through external tools.