How to Download Facebook Videos on iPhone
The complete guide to saving Facebook videos to your iPhone or iPad - no app required!
Works on All iOS Devices
iPhone 8 and newer, iPad, iOS 14+
Downloading Facebook videos on iPhone used to be complicated, but with iOS updates and our web-based downloader, it's now easier than ever. This guide shows you exactly how to save any public Facebook video directly to your iPhone's camera roll or Files app.
Why Use Our Web-Based Downloader?
Unlike third-party apps that may compromise your privacy or get removed from the App Store, our web-based solution:
- No app installation required - works directly in Safari
- No account needed - completely anonymous
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Step-by-Step Guide for iPhone
Find the Video on Facebook
Open the Facebook app on your iPhone. Browse to find the video you want to download. Make sure it's a public video (private videos cannot be downloaded).
Copy the Video Link
Tap the three dots (...) in the top right corner of the video post. From the menu, select "Copy Link" or "Copy link to post".
Open Safari Browser
Open Safari (the default iOS browser - this is important!). Navigate to:
Paste Link and Download
Tap the input field and paste your copied link (tap and hold, then select "Paste"). Tap the Download button. Wait for the video to be processed.
Save the Video
When the download options appear, choose your preferred quality (HD or SD). Then:
- Tap and hold the download button
- Select "Download Linked File" from the popup menu
- The video will download to your Files app
Find Your Video
Open the Files app on your iPhone. Navigate to the Downloads folder. Your video will be there!
Troubleshooting Common Issues
"Download Linked File" Option Not Appearing
Make sure you're using Safari, not Chrome or Firefox. Also ensure you're on iOS 13 or later. Try updating your iPhone if the option doesn't appear.
Video Won't Play After Download
Some videos may be in formats that require conversion. Try downloading in SD quality instead of HD, which uses more compatible formats.
Can't Find the Downloaded Video
Check the Downloads folder in the Files app. You can also check Safari's download manager by tapping the "aA" icon in the address bar and selecting "Downloads".
Alternative Method: Screen Recording
If the above method doesn't work for a specific video, you can use iOS's built-in screen recording:
- Open Control Center (swipe down from top-right on iPhone X or later)
- Tap the Screen Recording button
- Play the Facebook video in full screen
- Stop recording when done
- Find the recording in your Photos app
Note: Screen recording captures at your screen's resolution and may include audio from your surroundings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download Facebook videos directly from the Facebook app?
Facebook allows you to "Save Video" within the app, but this only saves it for offline viewing within Facebook - you can't access the actual video file. Our downloader lets you save the actual video file to your device.
Will this work on iPad?
Yes! The same steps work on iPad. Use Safari browser for the best experience.
Can I download Facebook Reels on iPhone?
Yes, our downloader supports Facebook Reels. Just copy the Reel's link and follow the same steps. Check out our Facebook Reels download guide for more details.
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