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Downloading Facebook Videos — Public vs Private

Learn which Facebook videos can be downloaded and why private videos cannot. Free tool for downloading public Facebook videos in HD.

💡Open Facebook → tap the video → Share → "Copy Link"

Many people ask if they can download private Facebook videos. The short answer: only **public** videos can be downloaded. Our Facebook Video Downloader works with all public videos.

How to Use This Tool

Copy the Facebook video URL

Open Facebook, find the video you want to download, click the three dots menu and select 'Copy link'.

Paste the URL

Paste the copied URL into the input field above and click the Download button.

Choose quality and download

Select HD or SD quality, then click the download link. The video will be saved to your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free to download Facebook videos?▼

Yes, cleverly.tools Facebook Video Downloader is completely free. No registration or subscription needed.

What quality can I download Facebook videos in?▼

You can download in HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) depending on what the original video was uploaded in.

Can I download private Facebook videos?▼

No. This tool only works with public Facebook videos. Private videos require login and cannot be accessed.

Is it legal to download Facebook videos?▼

Downloading public Facebook videos for personal use is generally considered fair use in most countries. Do not redistribute or use videos commercially without the owner's permission.

What formats are supported?▼

Videos are downloaded as MP4 files, which is compatible with all devices and media players.

Can I download private Facebook videos?▼

No. Private Facebook videos require login credentials to access. Tools that claim to download private videos are either scams or require your Facebook login, which is a serious security risk. Only public videos can be safely downloaded.