Is SMDownloader a free social media video downloader?

Yes. SMDownloader is a free social media downloader and SM video downloader that runs in your browser. Paste a public link from a supported platform, preview the media, and save to your device — no account, app install, or payment.

What does the Download button do?

The Download button starts a temporary retrieval of public media from the linked platform so you can preview it in your browser. That step does not save a permanent copy on our servers. When you choose to keep the file, your browser saves it locally — the same as any normal web download.

Is SMDownloader affiliated with social platforms?

No. SMDownloader is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, YouTube, X, Douyin, SoundCloud, or any other platform. See our Platform Disclaimer for details.

Does SMDownloader store videos?

No. SMDownloader does not host, store, archive, or publish third-party media. Processing is temporary and user-initiated — we fetch and stream media back to you without retaining a permanent copy.

Can I download any public video?

No. Public availability does not mean you have legal permission to download or reuse content. You must own the content or have permission from the rights holder.

Who is responsible for downloaded content?

You are solely responsible for every URL you submit and for how you use downloaded files.

Can copyright owners request blocking?

Yes. Copyright owners can send notices to copyright@smdownloader.com. We may block specific URLs, domains, or platforms in response to valid complaints.

Which platforms are supported?

See our Platforms page for current networks, accepted URL formats, and copy-link guides.

Do I need an account?

No account or login is required. Paste a public link and click Download.

SMDownloader

FACEBOOK STORY DOWNLOADER

Download Facebook Stories online

Paste a story link while the story is still live. SMDownloader fetches the media before Meta removes it from public view.

Other Facebook downloaders

Saving a different type of post? Each format has its own page with tailored steps and FAQs — same paste field, different help below.

Facebook Video Downloader
Video
Paste a public facebook.com/watch, fb.watch, or Page post URL. SMDownloader fetches the MP4 at the best quality Meta exposes to logged-out viewers.
Open video downloader
Facebook Reels Downloader
Reels
Paste a public facebook.com/reel/… URL from Share. SMDownloader pulls the reel MP4 at the best quality available for logged-out viewers.
Open Reels downloader
Facebook Story DownloaderCurrent tool
Story
Stories expire after 24 hours. Copy the story share link while it is active, paste it here, and save the video or image before it disappears.
Open now

Download Facebook Stories before they vanish

Facebook Stories auto-delete after 24 hours unless saved as a Highlight. Copy Share → Copy link while the story is still visible, paste it here, and save immediately. Expired stories cannot be recovered.

How to download a Facebook Story

1. Copy while live — Open the story, tap Share, and choose Copy link before the 24-hour window closes.
2. Paste and download — Paste the story URL above and click Download to load the preview.
3. Save immediately — Save the file to your device right away — do not wait if the story is near expiry.

Why use SMDownloader

Video and photo stories. The preview lists whatever media Meta exposes for that active public story URL.
No account connection. Provide the story link only — SMDownloader does not log into Facebook on your behalf.
Mobile-friendly. Copy the link from Share in the app, switch to your browser, paste, and save.

Help

Need help copying the link?

Step-by-step guides for grabbing the exact post URL from your phone or browser — then paste it into the field above.

All Facebook copy guides

Supported link formats

https://www.facebook.com/stories/…

Friends-only or custom-audience stories require login and will not work here.

Expired stories cannot be downloaded retroactively. Speed matters once the timer runs out.

Where files save

After you confirm a save, the file goes to your browser’s default download location — usually Downloads on desktop or your photo gallery on mobile. SMDownloader does not host or email files.

Limits

What SMDownloader will not do

Bypass private accounts, close-friends stories, or login-only posts.
Bulk-scrape entire profiles, hashtags, or channels automatically.
Promise universal no-watermark, 4K, or DRM-free output when the source does not expose it.

Frequently asked questions

Can I download an expired Facebook Story?

No. Once the story disappears, the link stops resolving.

Do Highlights work?

Sometimes. Highlights are archived stories with different URLs — paste the Highlight link if Share provides one.

Are story downloads legal?

Saving your own stories or content you have permission to archive is generally fine. Do not republish without consent.

SMDownloader is not affiliated with Facebook. Only download public content you have rights to save. See the Facebook downloader overview for all supported URL shapes.