Facebook Stories have become a popular way for users to share photos, videos, and updates that disappear after 24 hours. While Stories auto-delete, some users may want to save or download a Facebook Story video they see to their camera roll or device storage. So can you actually download a Facebook Story video?
The Short Answer
Yes, it is possible to download Facebook Story videos through a few different methods:
- Use a third-party app or extension
- Screen record the Story video
- Use the Facebook Story download link (works for public figures/pages)
However, downloading other users’ private Facebook Stories without their consent is not allowed under Facebook’s policies. You can only legitimately download your own Facebook Story videos or public figures/pages’ Stories. Unauthorized downloading of private Facebook Stories can lead to account suspension.
Steps to Download Your Own Facebook Story Videos
If you want to save your own Facebook Story videos to your camera roll, follow these steps:
- Go to your Facebook profile on the mobile app and tap on your own story.
- As you’re viewing your story, tap on the three dots icon in the bottom corner.
- Select “Save Photo/Video” and choose Save Video if it’s a video story.
- The Facebook Story video will now be saved to your camera roll.
This is the officially supported way to download your own Facebook Stories. However, it only allows you to save your stories one at a time. To bulk download all your Facebook Story videos, you’ll need a third-party app.
Using Third-Party Apps to Download Facebook Stories
Several third-party mobile apps can be used to bulk download your Facebook Story videos:
- Story Saver: This app is available for both iOS and Android. You simply link your Facebook account, and it downloads all your stories to your camera roll.
- Story Reposter: Another app available on iOS and Android that allows you to download your own Facebook Stories.
- FBDown: A website you can access on desktop or mobile to enter your Facebook URL and download your stories.
These third-party apps use your Facebook login credentials to access your account and download stories. This does violate Facebook’s terms of service. However, you’re only downloading your own personal stories, so there is little risk of your account being suspended.
Methods to Download Other Users’ Facebook Story Videos
Downloading other users’ private Facebook Stories without their consent is not allowed under Facebook’s policies. However, there are ways to download public figures or pages’ story videos, or your friends may consent to you downloading their stories.
To download someone else’s public Facebook Story video, you can:
- Use the story URL link: Public figures and pages’ stories have a public URL link you can enter on sites like FBDown to download the video.
- Ask them to share the story with you: Your Facebook friend can re-share a story directly to your inbox that you can save.
- Screen record: On iOS or Android, you can screen record a story as you view it and capture the video.
However, unauthorized downloading of private Facebook Stories is strictly prohibited under Facebook’s terms. This can lead to suspension of your account.
Why You May Want to Download Facebook Stories
Here are some common reasons people want to download and save Facebook Story videos:
- To save important memories and events only shared to stories
- To store funny videos or memes you want to keep
- To share a cool story with a friend who doesn’t have Facebook
- To archive stories from public figures and pages
- To repost your own stories on other platforms
For personal stories you want to cherish, downloading can be worthwhile. For public figures, downloading can allow you to curate a collection of their stories. However, respect friends’ privacy and only download their private stories with consent.
Facebook’s Policy on Downloading Stories
Here are the key points from Facebook’s Policy on downloading and sharing stories:
- You can download your own stories from Facebook.
- You should not download or screen record other users’ private stories without their consent.
- Sharing private stories outside of Facebook without consent is prohibited.
- Public figures and pages’ stories published to their large public audience can be downloaded.
- Using third-party apps to access Facebook is against Terms of Service.
Violating the policy by downloading private stories can get your Facebook account suspended or disabled. Be respectful of others’ privacy.
Copyright Issues When Downloading Stories
In most cases, downloading your own Facebook Story video is not a copyright issue. However, if you want to repost or reuse someone else’s Facebook Story video, you need their permission.
- You can freely reuse your own Facebook Story videos.
- Friends’ stories require their consent for reuse.
- Public figures’ stories may be subject to copyright.
Stealing and reposting a video or meme from someone’s private story without permission raises copyright issues. Getting consent avoids any problems.
Best Practices for Downloading Stories
Follow these best practices when downloading Facebook Story videos:
- Only download your own stories or public figures/pages.
- Get your friends’ consent before downloading their private stories.
- Don’t screen record or download private stories without permission.
- Use third-party apps at your own risk for bulk downloads.
- Check the story’s attribution if you want to re-share a downloaded video.
Be thoughtful about what stories you choose to download and how you ultimately reuse them. Follow Facebook’s policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download my friends’ Facebook stories?
You should not download your friends’ private Facebook stories without their explicit consent. To legally download a friend’s story, you need to ask them to re-share the story directly to your inbox. Unauthorized downloading of private stories violates Facebook’s policy.
What happens if you get caught downloading Facebook stories?
If Facebook discovers you have downloaded private stories without consent, they may suspend or disable your account. This applies to both the downloader and third-party apps used for unauthorized downloading.
Can I get in trouble for screen recording Facebook stories?
Yes, screen recording someone’s private story without their permission violates Facebook’s terms. You could get your account suspended. Screen recording public figures’ stories has fewer risks.
What is the best Facebook story downloader?
For your own Facebook stories, Story Saver is a top rated downloader app. FBDown is also a popular website for public figures’ stories. Remember that third-party apps come with risks.
Can I repost a Facebook story video I downloaded?
You can freely repost your own Facebook Story video anywhere. For someone else’s story, you need their consent and permission before reposting. Confirm the video’s attribution before reusing.
Conclusion
Downloading Facebook Story videos is possible through official means like the Save Photo/Video option, third-party apps, or screen recording. However, you should only download your own stories or public figures/pages’ stories. Unauthorized downloading of private Facebook Stories is prohibited and can get accounts suspended. Always respect friends’ privacy and get their consent before saving their stories.