Downloading videos from Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube is subject to the terms of service of each platform, and many prohibit downloading content without permission. However, there are authorized ways to save videos for personal use within each app. Here’s a quick guide for each platform:
Save Video: You can save videos to watch later by selecting the “Save video” option. This saves it in your Facebook app, but not to your device.
Facebook Watch: Some videos on Facebook Watch can be temporarily downloaded for offline viewing in the app.
Instagram Collections: You can save posts to collections by tapping the bookmark icon. This lets you revisit them in the app but doesn’t download to your device.
Stories and Reels (Your Own Content): Instagram allows you to save your own Reels and Stories directly to your device.
Third-Party Apps: Be cautious, as many apps claiming to download Instagram videos can violate Instagram’s terms or even compromise your data.
- YouTube
YouTube Premium: YouTube’s paid subscription lets you download videos for offline viewing within the app.
YouTube Offline Mode (Mobile): Certain regions allow YouTube to download videos offline even without YouTube Premium, but they’re still within the app.
For downloading from these platforms without official tools, remember to respect copyright laws and privacy policies. Avoid using unauthorized or third-party apps that could compromise your account security or privacy.