How to Download Facebook Stories
Save Stories before they disappear after 24 hours
Stories Expire in 24 Hours!
Don't lose memorable moments. Download Facebook Stories before they disappear forever.
Facebook Stories are a popular way to share moments, but they vanish after just 24 hours. If you want to save a story - whether it's your own or someone else's public story - our Facebook story downloader makes it easy.
What Are Facebook Stories?
Facebook Stories are short videos or images that appear at the top of your News Feed and disappear after 24 hours. They're similar to Instagram Stories and can include:
- Photos with filters and text
- Short video clips
- Boomerangs and animations
- Music and stickers
- Polls and interactive elements
Why Download Facebook Stories?
Save Memories
Keep your own stories that you didn't save during creation
Archive Content
Save stories from friends or public pages before they expire
Repost Later
Download stories to share on other platforms
Watch Offline
Save stories to view without internet connection
How to Download Facebook Stories
Step-by-Step Guide
- Open the story you want to download on Facebook
- Copy the URL from your browser's address bar (or tap Share → Copy Link on mobile)
- Visit facebookvideodownloader.win
- Paste the story URL and click Download
- Save the story to your device
Getting the Story URL
The trickiest part is getting the story's URL. Here's how on different devices:
On Desktop (Computer)
- Click on the story to open it in full screen
- Look at your browser's address bar - the URL will look like:
facebook.com/stories/... - Copy the entire URL
On Mobile (App)
- Open the story you want to save
- Tap the three dots (...) menu
- Look for "Copy Link" or "Share" option
- If no direct option, open the story in a browser
Tip: Your Own Stories
For your own stories, you can also save them directly in Facebook before posting by tapping the download icon, or access your Story Archive in Settings.
Can You Download Anyone's Story?
You can only download stories that you have permission to view:
- Public stories - Anyone can download these
- Friends' stories - If you're friends, you can download their stories you can view
- Private/restricted stories - Only if you're in the allowed audience
Will They Know I Downloaded Their Story?
Facebook shows story viewers, but not downloaders. Here's what story owners can see:
Downloading Your Own Facebook Stories
If you want to save your own stories, Facebook offers built-in options:
Method 1: Save Before Posting
When creating a story, tap the download icon to save it to your camera roll before sharing.
Method 2: Story Archive
- Go to your Facebook profile
- Tap the Story Archive option (or go to Settings → Story → Story Archive)
- Find past stories and download them
Method 3: Use Our Downloader
Copy your story's URL and use our tool - works just as well for your own stories!
Story vs. Video: What's the Difference?
| Feature | Stories | Regular Videos |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | Expires in 24 hours | Permanent |
| Format | Vertical (9:16) | Any aspect ratio |
| Max Length | 20 seconds per clip | Up to 240 minutes |
| Location | Top of News Feed | In News Feed/Profile |
| Downloadable? | Yes, with our tool | Yes, with our tool |
Troubleshooting Story Downloads
Can't Find the Story URL
Try opening the story in a web browser instead of the app. The URL will be visible in the address bar.
Story Already Expired
Unfortunately, once a story expires after 24 hours, it's gone from Facebook's servers. We can't recover expired stories.
Download Shows Error
Some stories may have privacy settings that prevent downloading. Try refreshing or check if you have permission to view the story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download Facebook Stories?
Yes! Use our free online tool to download any Facebook Story you can view. Just copy the story URL and paste it into our downloader.
How long do Facebook Stories last?
Facebook Stories automatically disappear after 24 hours. That's why it's important to download stories you want to keep before they expire.
Can someone see if I download their Facebook Story?
No. While Facebook shows who viewed a story, there's no notification or indicator when someone downloads it using our tool.
Can I download stories from pages I follow?
Yes! Public page stories can be downloaded just like personal stories. Copy the story URL and use our downloader.
What format are downloaded stories in?
Stories are downloaded as MP4 video files or JPG/PNG images, depending on the original content type.
Save Stories Before They're Gone!
Don't let your favorite moments disappear. Download Facebook Stories now.
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