Facebook is Removing Videos from Groups: Here’s How to Save Yours Before They’re Gone

Heard the rumour? Facebook is clearing out videos from Facebook Groups, and if you’ve uploaded content over the years—training videos, lives, memories, or milestone moments—they might disappear. Poof. Gone.

But don’t stress. You don’t need to lose all your valuable content. With a few clicks (and a handy Chrome extension), you can download your videos and keep them safely stored.

Here’s how to save your Facebook Group videos before they vanish into the digital abyss.

Why Is Facebook Removing Group Videos?

Meta (Facebook’s parent company) has been gradually scaling back certain video features in Groups. They’re shifting focus toward Reels, Stories, and monetised video content – which means older video formats in private and public Groups are potentially getting the boot.

Translation? If you don’t download your videos now, you may not be able to access them again.

The Easiest Way to Download Facebook Group Videos (Using Chrome)

To download your videos easily, we recommend using a free Chrome browser extension called “Video Downloader for Facebook”. It’s quick, simple, and doesn’t require a tech degree.

Step-by-Step Guide

✅ Step 1: Use Google Chrome

This only works in Chrome—so if you’re a Safari or Firefox fan, it’s time to switch browsers (just temporarily, promise).

✅ Step 2: Add the Extension

1. Head to the Chrome Web Store.
2. Search for Video Downloader for Facebook™ by FDown.
3. Click “Add to Chrome” and install the extension.
4. Once added, you’ll see a little arrow icon in the top right of your browser bar.

✅ Step 3: Go to Your Facebook Group Video

1. Navigate to the video you want to save inside your Facebook Group.
2. Play the video.
3. The arrow icon (the extension) should light up or show a download option.

✅ Step 4: Click to Download

1. Click the Video Downloader for Facebook icon.
2. Choose the video quality you want (usually “HD” or “SD”).
3. Click Download.
4. Your video will save directly to your computer.

✅ Step 5: Repeat for Any Other Videos You Want to Save

Rinse and repeat. If you’ve got loads, make a checklist and knock them over with a coffee in hand.

Tip: Organise Your Downloads

Create a folder on your desktop or Google Drive called “Facebook Video Archive” so you can keep everything sorted – especially if you plan to repurpose your content for other platforms (hello Instagram, YouTube, or your next course launch).

For my clients, I have been saving them by their business initials, giving it a number and then the title. eg: ACC 001 – How to Download your Facebook video – it will make it easier for me to set up a directory for them for quick reference.

Don’t Lose Your Content – Future-Proof It

Whether it’s client training sessions, member updates, or your latest “lives with heart” video series—don’t let Facebook’s clean-up sweep away your hard work. Take ten minutes today to download and store your best bits.

Because if not now… when?

Need help turning those videos into valuable evergreen content for your brand? I’ve got you. Let’s chat about how to repurpose, repackage and re-share your brilliance.