Have you ever posted a memorable moment on Facebook and later struggled to locate that video among updates and notifications. Finding videos you posted on Facebook is straightforward once you know the right paths and filters to use.
This guide walks you through the native Facebook interface, the Facebook app, and helpful tips to quickly retrieve videos, whether they are on your timeline, in albums, or shared in groups.
| Method | Where It Works | Steps Overview | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline Videos Tab | Desktop and mobile browser | Open profile, select Videos tab, filter by Your Videos | Videos directly posted to your profile |
| Activity Log | Desktop and mobile browser | Open Activity Log, choose Videos, narrow date range and privacy | Comprehensive search across posts, reactions, and shares |
| Albums and Photos | Desktop and mobile browser | Go to Albums, review photo albums and video albums, open individual videos | Videos saved in named or auto-created albums |
| Group and Page Posts | Desktop and mobile browser | Visit Group or Page, use search within posts, filter by media and date | Videos posted to groups or pages you manage |
Access Your Profile Videos on Desktop and Mobile
On desktop, open your profile and click the Videos tab below the cover photo to see videos you have posted. On mobile, tap your profile picture and scroll to the Videos section, which lists only content you shared.
Use the filter options to refine results by videos you created, tagged in, or shared. If a video does not appear, check whether it was posted to an album, a group, or a page you administer, since those locations require separate navigation paths.
For better organization, consider moving important videos into a dedicated album after posting. This keeps your timeline clean while ensuring videos remain easy to find through the Albums and Photos route.
Use the Activity Log to Locate All Video Posts
The Activity Log provides a complete record of your activity, including videos you posted, commented on, and reacted to. To open it, click the three dots on your cover photo and choose Activity Log, or use the menu on mobile.
Within Activity Log, select Videos and adjust the date range and privacy filters to narrow results. You can search by keywords in the video title or description, which is helpful when you do not remember the exact posting date.
Each entry shows who posted the video and where it appears, such as your profile, a group, or a page. This view is especially useful for tracking down videos that may have been shared elsewhere after being originally posted on your timeline.
Check Albums and Photo Albums for Saved Videos
Facebook automatically creates an Album titled Videos where all uploaded videos are stored. You can also create custom albums to organize content by event, year, or project.
To review these albums, go to your profile and click Albums, then browse or use the search bar at the top of the page. On mobile, tap Albums in the More section of your profile to locate saved video collections.
Reviewing albums periodically helps you identify videos that may have been overlooked in the main timeline, ensuring that cherished moments remain accessible.
Search Within Groups and Pages You Manage
If you posted videos to a Facebook Group or Page, return to the group or page and use the search bar at the top. Type relevant keywords such as the video title or a phrase featured in the video description.
On desktop, open the group or page and look for the Videos tab or filter posts by Media. On mobile, enter the group or page, tap the search icon, and select Videos to narrow results.
Admins can also use post insights to see which videos received the most engagement, making it easier to locate popular content shared with followers or group members.
Streamline Your Video Management on Facebook
- Use the Videos tab on your profile for a quick overview of content you posted directly.
- Search Activity Log with date ranges and privacy filters to capture all video interactions.
- Organize videos into named albums immediately after upload for faster retrieval.
- Search Groups and Pages separately using media filters and keyword search.
- Review privacy settings to ensure important videos remain visible where intended.
FAQ
Reader questions
Why can I not see all my posted videos in the Videos tab on my profile?
Some videos may be hidden due to privacy settings, posted to albums, groups, or pages, or shared in a way that removes them from your main Videos tab. Check Activity Log and individual albums to capture posts that do not appear in the default Videos section.
How do I find a video I posted months ago when I do not remember details?
Use Activity Log, filter by Videos, and expand the date range to cover several months. Use keyword search related to the video content, and sort by relevance or date to surface older posts quickly.
Can I recover a deleted video from my Facebook posts?
If the video was deleted from your profile but remains in an album or backup, check the Trash or Recently Deleted folder in Photos. Otherwise, check email notifications or the original upload source to re-upload the video.
Why do videos posted from a Page I manage not show up when I search my personal profile?
Videos posted from a Page are stored under the Page’s own Albums and Activity Log, not your personal profile. Switch to the Page in the top menu and search its Albums and Activity Log to locate content published from that Page.