Facebook Implements 30-Day Limit on Live Video Archives

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Facebook has announced a significant policy change affecting users who utilize its Live Video feature. Effective February 19, 2025, all live broadcast recordings will be automatically deleted 30 days after their initial broadcast. This adjustment aims to align Facebook's storage policies with industry standards, acknowledging that "most live video views occur within the first few weeks of broadcasting."
 
Users with existing live videos older than 30 days will receive notifications via email and within the app, informing them of the impending deletions. Upon receiving such a notice, users will have a 90-day window to download or transfer their content before permanent removal. To facilitate this process, Facebook is introducing tools that allow for bulk downloading of videos or direct transfers to cloud storage services like Dropbox or Google Drive. Additionally, users can opt to convert segments of their live videos into Reels, enabling these clips to remain on their profiles beyond the 30-day limit.
 
For those requiring more time, Facebook offers an option to postpone deletion for up to six months. This can be done by accessing the notification, selecting "learn more," and then choosing "postpone."

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