How to download Facebook videos
- 1
Copy the link
Tap Share on the Reel, then Copy link. The link usually contains /reel/, and fb.watch links work too.
- 2
Paste it above
Paste the link in the box at the top of this page and press Download to see every video format.
- 3
Choose and save
Pick a quality and tap Download. The file saves straight to your phone or computer.
What you get
Formats and qualities
Vertical MP4 in HD with sound, plus an audio-only MP3.
- MP4
- MP3
- HD
Facebook Reels are short vertical videos, often cross-posted from Instagram. FetchBolt downloads them in the original quality.
If a Reel is shared from Instagram, pasting the Instagram link usually gives the best quality.
Save it on any device
iPhone and iPad
- Paste the Facebook link in Safari or any browser.
- Tap Download next to the quality you want.
- In Files, tap the MP4, then Share and Save Video.
Android
- Paste the Facebook link in Chrome or any browser.
- Tap Download next to the quality you want.
- The MP4 lands in Downloads and shows up in your gallery.
Windows, Mac and Linux
- Copy the link from the address bar or the Share button.
- Paste it in the box at the top of this page.
- Click Download. The MP4 saves to Downloads.
Troubleshooting and safety
The download doesn’t work. What can I do?
Check that the video plays for everyone: private posts, age-restricted content and anything that needs you to sign in can’t be downloaded, and FetchBolt tells you if a video was removed or is region-locked. Copy the link with the app’s Share button and paste it on its own. If Facebook is limiting traffic for a moment, wait a minute and try again. Large files take longer to prepare, and the button shows the progress while they do.
Is FetchBolt safe to use?
FetchBolt runs in your browser: no app, no extension and no sign-up, and it never asks for your Facebook password. Files use temporary storage for preparation and delivery; hosting backups may retain copies. We don’t keep a download history. Our Privacy Policy explains cleanup and backups. The only buttons that download anything are the ones in the FetchBolt card, next to each quality.
Step-by-step guides
Facebook Reels Downloader FAQ
Are Facebook Reels and Instagram Reels the same?
Many Reels are posted to both. Either link works; the Instagram one sometimes has higher quality.
Can I download Reels on my phone?
Yes. Copy the link in the Facebook app, paste it here in your browser and the video saves to your downloads.
Is FetchBolt free?
Yes. FetchBolt is free to use with no sign-up and no download limits for normal use. It’s supported by ads.
Do I need to install anything?
No. FetchBolt runs in your browser on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Linux.
Do you keep the videos I download?
We store files temporarily to prepare and deliver downloads. Uncollected ready files expire after 10 minutes, while active transfers may continue longer. Hosting backups may retain copies after cleanup. We don’t keep a download history. See our Privacy Policy for details.
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