Download a Facebook video in HD: step-by-step guide
Want to keep a Facebook video in the best quality possible? Here is how to download it in HD, and why the result is not always the same from one video to the next.
What HD really means
The quality of a file depends first on the video uploaded by its author. If it was published in 480p, no tool can turn it into true HD. If it exists in high definition, SeeSaveIt offers the best qualities available, and HD is free.
The steps
- Open the video on Facebook. It must be public: a link to a private video or a closed group will not work.
- Tap Share, then Copy link. On a computer, copy the address from the browser bar.
- Go to the Facebook HD video downloader.
- Paste the link, submit, then choose the best quality offered as MP4.
- Tap Download.
On iPhone, Android or PC
- iPhone: use Safari. The file lands in the Files app, in Downloads.
- Android: Chrome saves to Downloads; find it in the Files app.
- PC and Mac: the file goes to your browser's Downloads folder.
More details in where to find a downloaded video.
Why is my video not in HD?
- The original upload was low definition.
- It is an older video, often compressed by Facebook.
- The link points to a mobile version: open the video on its own page and copy that link.
- The video is not public or was deleted.
If the download fails, read video download not working: fixes.
What if I only want the sound?
Choose MP3 (192 kbit/s). See download a Facebook video as MP3, or use the video to MP3 converter.
A few tips for a good result
- Use a stable connection: on Wi-Fi the download is faster and interruptions are rare.
- Check that you have enough storage on your phone: a few minutes of HD video can weigh tens of megabytes.
- To watch on a big screen, prefer MP4: it plays on almost every device and TV.
- Avoid pasting a link shortened by another app: open the video in Facebook and copy the link from the Share button.
- If the video is a finished live stream, wait until Facebook has fully processed it before downloading.
Looking at other platforms? See download an Instagram video or TikTok.
Copyright
Facebook videos belong to their authors. Saving them for strictly personal use is not the same as reposting or reusing them. Always ask the creator before sharing. This is not legal advice.
FAQ
Is HD paid? No, it is free, with no sign-up.
Can I download a private video? No, only public videos.
Which format do I get? MP4 for the video, or MP3 for audio only.
Why is the file smaller than expected? Because the original video is smaller or lower quality.