How to Save Facebook Videos on iPhone
On iPhone, Facebook videos do not always include a direct download option. For a video you have permission to save, you can try using its shareable URL with a compatible downloader in Safari.
The key difference from desktop is where the finished file goes: iPhone browsers often save downloads to the Files app first, not automatically to the Photos library.
How to download a Facebook video on iPhone
Step 1
Open the video in Facebook. Tap Share and choose Copy link if it is offered. If the link was shared with you, you can also copy it from the message. Make sure it points to the actual video.
Step 2
Open Safari and go to Getfvid. Paste the copied video URL into the input field and submit it. If the video is publicly accessible and supported, the page will show the available download options.
Step 3
Tap the appropriate download option. If Safari prompts you to confirm, select Download. Open Safari’s Downloads list or the Files app, then check the Downloads folder. From Files, you may be able to use Share and Save Video to add a compatible file to Photos.
Where are downloaded Facebook videos stored?
Open the Files app and look in Downloads under iCloud Drive or On My iPhone, depending on your Safari settings. If Safari opened the video for playback instead, look for a browser share or download option before assuming the file was saved.
A video may fail to save if the Facebook URL is expired, private, unavailable in your region, or not supported. Try copying a fresh video link before repeating the download.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Facebook video not in my Photos app?
Safari downloads commonly go to Files. If the file is a format supported by Photos, use the Files share menu to save it to your photo library.
Does this work with private Facebook videos?
A public-link downloader may not work for private or restricted videos. Only access and save content you are authorized to view, using methods that respect its privacy settings.