Facebook Video Downloader 2025: Save Reels, Watch & Stories (HD/4K)

Facebook remains the world’s largest video library. From viral Facebook Reels to hour-long gaming streams and educational Facebook Watch content, there is endless media to consume. However, Mark Zuckerberg’s platform famously lacks one button: “Download”.

Whether you want to save a memory, archive a live stream, or repurpose a Reel for other platforms, NewTools.net offers the most robust Facebook Downloader on the web. We support 1080p (Full HD) extraction, MP3 audio conversion, and strict privacy protection.

Part 1: How to Download Facebook Reels

Facebook Reels are short videos (under 90 seconds) designed to compete with TikTok. They are often separate from the main news feed.

1. Find the Reel: Open the “Reels” tab in the FB app.
2. Tap Share: Look for the arrow icon (Share) at the bottom right.
3. Copy Link: Tap “Copy Link”.
4. Paste: Put the link in NewTools above and hit Download.
5. Save: Choose “Download HD” for the best mobile viewing experience.

Part 2: Download Standard Videos (Facebook Watch)

For standard horizontal videos, news clips, or friends’ uploads:

• On Mobile: Tap the “Share” button under the video > Copy Link.
• On PC: Click the “Share” button OR simply copy the URL from the browser address bar. NOTE: Make sure you click on the date/timestamp of the post to open the video in its own page first.

Critical: Public vs. Private Videos

Not all links are created equal. Understanding this will save you frustration.

Understanding Quality: SD vs HD vs 4K

When you click “Download”, you might see different options. Here is what they mean:

• SD (Standard Definition): Usually 480p. Best for slow internet connections or saving storage space. The file size is small.
• HD (High Definition): Usually 720p or 1080p. This is the “crisp” quality. If the uploader posted in HD, we provide the HD link.
• 4K: Rare on Facebook. Facebook aggressively compresses video. True 4K is uncommon, but if available, we support it.

Part 3: Facebook Story Saver

Like Instagram and Snapchat, Facebook Stories disappear after 24 hours.

How to download:

Currently, Facebook Story links are complex. To download a Story, it must be a Public Story. Copy the link by tapping the three dots (…) inside the story. If the profile is private, the download will fail.

Part 4: Convert Facebook Video to MP3

Found a music video or a podcast clip on Facebook Watch? You don’t need the video track.

NewTools offers an Audio Extraction feature. After pasting the link, look for the “Download Audio / MP3” button. We strip the video data and give you a lightweight audio file, perfect for offline listening.

Mobile Guide (Android & iPhone)

Android Users:

Simply use Chrome. When you tap download, the file saves to your “Downloads” folder. You can view it in your Gallery or Google Photos.

iPhone (iOS) Users:

Apple requires you to use the Safari browser.

1. Paste link in Safari.

2. Tap Download > Confirm Download popup.

3. Tap the blue arrow in the URL bar > Downloads.

4. Tap the video > Share Icon > Save Video to move it to your Photos app.

PC & Desktop Workflow

Downloading on a computer allows for easier file management.

• Right Click Trick: If the video opens in a new tab and starts playing instead of downloading, Right-Click on the video and select “Save Video As…”.
• Filename: We recommend renaming the file immediately (e.g., fb-funny-clip.mp4) to keep your folder organized.

Troubleshooting Common Errors

Master FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)