How to download Facebook videos
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Copy the link
Click Share under the video, then Copy link, or do the same in the app. 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.
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Choose and save
Pick a quality and tap Download. The file saves straight to your phone or computer.
What you get
Formats and qualities
MP4 in HD and SD when available, and the audio as MP3.
- MP4
- MP3
- HD
- SD
Facebook usually offers an HD and an SD version of each video. Both are listed so you can choose quality or a smaller file.
Videos shared in private groups or with friends only can’t be reached, because FetchBolt does not sign in to Facebook.
Pages, Watch and lives
Public videos from Pages, public profiles and Watch download in HD when the uploader allowed it. Live videos can be saved once the broadcast has ended and the recording is published.
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 Video Downloader FAQ
Can I download videos from private groups?
No. Only videos that are visible to everyone without logging in are supported.
Does it work with Facebook live videos?
Once the live broadcast has ended and the replay is public, yes.
What does fb.watch mean?
It’s Facebook’s short link format. Paste it as it is and FetchBolt finds the video.
Can I save a Facebook video as MP3?
Yes. Switch to the Audio tab after pasting the link, or use the Facebook to MP3 page.
Can I download Facebook Reels?
Yes. Reels download in their vertical format; there’s also a dedicated Facebook Reels downloader page.
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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