Facebook Reels and Video URL Resolver
Check public Facebook video URLs for availability and formats before download.
Supported services
How it works: paste a public Facebook URL, check the platform, URL pattern, availability, and returned formats, then choose an available format.
The preview and format selector are rendered from the actual /api/resolve response for the pasted URL.
Supported URL patterns
- facebook.com video URLs
- facebook.com/reel URLs
- fb.watch shared links
- m.facebook.com public URLs
Short links
- fb.watch links are accepted and resolved through this Facebook page.
Format availability
- Reels and public videos resolve when the source exposes downloadable video.
- HD appears only when Facebook exposes a high-quality format.
- Some posts expose only limited quality options.
Common failure reasons
- Friends-only, group-only, private, or login-required post
- Removed video
- No downloadable format exposed
- Temporary platform restriction
What this resolver actually returns
Formats returned by /api/resolve
| Format | Typical quality | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MP4 (H.264), HD | 720p–1080p when exposed | HD appears only when Facebook exposes the high-quality rendition for the post |
| MP4 (H.264), SD | 360p–540p | Always-available fallback rendition for public videos |
How the resolver handles this platform
- fb.watch share links and m.facebook.com URLs resolve the same as full facebook.com URLs.
- Reels use the same pipeline as standard Facebook videos.
- Group-only and friends-only videos are not supported and fail with that reason.
Behavior verified against the production resolver: July 2026.
Supported formats and responsible use
Formats
- Facebook videos
- Facebook Reels
- HD and high-quality formats when available
- fb.watch shared links
- Available video formats exposed by the public page
Notes
- Private groups, friends-only posts, login-only videos, and removed content may fail.
- Some videos expose only limited quality options.
- Failed previews usually mean the post is not public, requires login, or has been removed.
- Respect copyright, privacy, and the Facebook terms that apply to the content.
FAQ
Can I download Facebook Reels?
Yes. Public Facebook Reels URLs can be previewed when the source exposes downloadable video.
Do fb.watch links work?
Yes. Public fb.watch links are accepted on the Facebook resolver page.
Why does a Facebook video fail?
It may be private, removed, login-gated, or temporarily unavailable from here.