Meta is changing its policy, and live videos will now only be stored for 30 days. After that, they’ll be automatically deleted. The new policy, which went into effect today, February 19, 2025, is aimed at reducing costs associated with maintaining video data.
Previously, Facebook stored live videos indefinitely. The company says that most live video views occur within the first few weeks of broadcasting. By deleting older videos, Facebook hopes to optimize storage and enhance user experience.
What Happens to Your Old Videos?
Facebook will notify users via email and in-app before any videos are deleted. Users will have 90 days to download their content, transfer it to cloud storage, or convert it into a Reel.
How to Save Your Live Videos
Download: Users can download videos individually or in bulk from the Activity Log.
Transfer to Cloud Storage: Videos can be directly transferred to services like Dropbox or Google Drive.
Convert to Reels: Segments of live videos can be converted into Reels clips.
Users can also defer deletion for an additional six months by selecting the “Postpone” option in the notification. If no action is taken after the extended period, the videos will be permanently deleted.
While the change may be unwelcome news for some, Facebook is providing ample time and tools to help users preserve their content. The company says the move aligns its storage policies with industry standards
