Facebook Watch is Facebook’s video on demand service that allows users to watch videos uploaded by individual users or publishers directly on the Facebook website or mobile app. Here is a quick overview of where Facebook Watch is currently available:
Availability on Desktop
Facebook Watch is available on the desktop version of Facebook.com for all users globally. If you access Facebook on a desktop or laptop computer, you will see a Watch tab on the left sidebar that allows you to browse and view Facebook Watch videos.
Availability on Mobile
The Facebook Watch mobile app is available for both iOS and Android devices. You can download the Facebook Watch app from the App Store or Google Play Store. The app allows you to conveniently watch Facebook Watch videos on your mobile device. Here is a summary:
| Platform | App Availability |
|---|---|
| iOS | Available to download from the App Store |
| Android | Available to download from the Google Play Store |
The Facebook Watch app is available globally for both platforms. You can also access Facebook Watch videos directly within the main Facebook app for iOS and Android.
Availability by Country
While the Facebook Watch service is available globally, the content available may vary by country due to licensing restrictions and other factors. Here are some key notes on country availability:
- United States – Facebook Watch is fully available with a wide selection of video content.
- Canada – Facebook Watch is fully available with a wide selection of video content.
- United Kingdom – Facebook Watch is fully available with a wide selection of video content.
- Australia – Facebook Watch is fully available with a wide selection of video content.
- India – Facebook Watch is available, but the content selection may be more limited compared to other countries.
- Other Countries – Availability may be limited in some other countries where Facebook Watch has not fully rolled out yet.
In summary, Facebook Watch has the broadest content selection and availability in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia at this time. Availability and content libraries continue to expand globally.
Subscription Options
Facebook Watch is available for free to all Facebook users globally. There are no fees or subscriptions required to access Facebook Watch content.
However, Facebook has been testing paid subscription options for certain premium or exclusive video content. This includes:
- Facebook Watch Party – Access to exclusive live streams and content from creators for a monthly fee.
- Subscription services – Paying a monthly fee to access content from certain creators or publishers.
These paid subscription options are still very limited in availability. They have primarily been tested with a small set of creators and publishers. Paid subscriptions may become more widely available on Facebook Watch in the future.
Requirements to Watch Facebook Watch
To watch videos on Facebook Watch, you need:
- A Facebook account
- Access to the Facebook website, mobile app, or Facebook Watch app
- An internet connection (broadband recommended for best video quality)
No paid subscription or fees are required to watch content on Facebook Watch. Just access Facebook through any of the platforms where Watch is available.
Video Quality
Video quality on Facebook Watch may vary based on a few factors:
- Internet connection speed – Faster broadband connections will deliver better HD quality.
- Mobile vs. desktop – Mobile video quality may be lower compared to desktop.
- Video format – Some videos are available in HD while others are lower quality.
- Settings – Video quality can be set to auto, HD, or lower in Watch settings.
For the best possible video quality, use a fast broadband connection and watch videos on desktop. Video quality can vary across individual videos based on how they were uploaded. Facebook also uses adaptive bitrate streaming to automatically adjust video quality based on your connection speed.
Conclusion
In summary:
- Facebook Watch is available globally on desktop and mobile devices via the Facebook website, mobile apps, and Facebook Watch apps.
- The content library varies by country, with the most robust availability currently in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
- No subscription is required to watch Facebook Watch videos.
- Paid subscription options are being tested but not widely available.
- You need a Facebook account and internet connection to watch videos.
- Video quality depends on connection speed, device, settings, and the video source.
Facebook is continuously working on improving the availability, content selection, features, and quality of the Facebook Watch platform. The service is still relatively new and expanding rapidly. So availability and capabilities will likely evolve over time as Facebook Watch matures.