Save it quickly Starting today, Facebook will delete some of your videos
Facebook has announced changes to its live video storage policy that will affect millions of creators on the platform. Starting today, February 19, all live broadcasts on the social network will only be available for 30 days before they are automatically deleted.
The move also includes deleting archived live videos that are more than 30 days old. However, Facebook will notify users before proceeding with the removal process, giving them a 90-day period to download their videos, or move them to the cloud.
The company said the changes are aimed at aligning its storage capacity with industry standards and improving the user experience with live videos. To make the process easier, Facebook will roll out new tools that will allow creators to easily download their content before it is removed.
Live videos have been a staple tool for creators to engage with their audiences. However, the company notes that most views occur in the first few weeks after a broadcast, after which no one watches.
For more details on how to download and manage videos before they're removed, Facebook has created a support page with detailed instructions .