Facebook has announced changes to the Facebook Live streaming service, whereby live videos will be stored or archived for playback for 30 days before being automatically deleted. This applies to both Facebook Pages and personal profiles. Previously, live videos were kept indefinitely.
This change will take effect on February 19, 2025, immediately impacting all live content moving forward. Older live videos will also be gradually deleted, with video owners receiving advance notifications and a 90-day window to download the videos or choose alternative storage methods.
For those who wish to retain their live videos, Facebook offers several options:
– Download live videos through the Videos or Activity Log section.
– Download multiple live videos as a bulk set when notified.
– Transfer live videos to cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox by connecting accounts.
– Clip and post segments as Reels to keep them permanently.
– Submit a request to extend the deletion deadline for up to 6 months.
Facebook justifies the decision to delete older live videos to align with industry standards, ensuring users have access to the most current live content available.
TLDR: Facebook will now store live videos for 30 days before automatic deletion, affecting content from February 19, 2025, onward. Users can download, transfer, or post clips to retain their live videos.
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