How to Share Facebook Videos on YouTube

Facebook and YouTube are two popular social media platforms that allow users to share and view videos. If you come across an interesting video on Facebook that you would like to share on YouTube, you might wonder how to do it. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to share Facebook videos on YouTube.

Step 1: Download the Facebook Video

Before you can share a Facebook video on YouTube, you will need to download the video onto your computer or device. There are several online tools and browser extensions available that can help you accomplish this. Here's how you can do it using an online tool called "SaveFrom.net".

1. Open your web browser and go to https://en.savefrom.net.
2. In a separate tab, open Facebook and locate the video you want to share.
3. Copy the URL of the Facebook video by right-clicking on the video and selecting "Copy video URL".
4. Paste the URL into the input field on the SaveFrom.net website and click on the "Download" button.
5. Choose the video quality and format you prefer, and the video will start downloading.

Step 2: Convert the Downloaded Video (if needed)

In some cases, the downloaded video might not be in the correct format for uploading to YouTube. You may need to convert it to a compatible format before proceeding. There are numerous video conversion tools available online. One popular option is "Handbrake", which is free and works on both Windows and macOS.

1. Download and install Handbrake from the official website https://handbrake.fr.
2. Launch Handbrake and click on the "Open Source" button to select the downloaded Facebook video.
3. Choose the desired output format from the "Presets" section. YouTube supports various video formats like MP4, MOV, AVI, and more. You can select the preset that matches your preferences.
4. Specify the destination folder and file name for the converted video.
5. Click on the "Start" button to begin the conversion process. This may take some time depending on the video length and your computer's processing power.

Step 3: Create a YouTube Account (if needed)

To upload videos to YouTube, you need a Google Account. If you already have a Google Account, skip this step. Otherwise, follow these steps to create a YouTube account:

1. Go to https://www.youtube.com in your web browser.
2. Click on the "Sign In" button located at the top right corner of the page.
3. Choose the "Create account" option.
4. Fill in the required information, such as your name, email address, password, and phone number.
5. Follow the instructions to verify your account.

Step 4: Upload the Video to YouTube

Now that you have the downloaded and converted video ready, it's time to upload it to YouTube. Follow these steps to upload the video:

1. Go to https://www.youtube.com in your web browser.
2. Sign in to your YouTube account using your Google credentials.
3. Click on the "Create" button (represented by a video camera icon) located at the top right corner of the page.
4. Choose the "Upload video" option.
5. Drag and drop the downloaded and converted video file into the upload area, or click on the "Select files to upload" button to locate and select the file manually.
6. While the video is uploading, you can add a title, description, and tags to your video for better visibility and searchability.
7. Set the privacy settings for your video (public, unlisted, or private) based on your preferences.
8. Once everything is set, click on the "Publish" button to upload and share your video on YouTube.

Congratulations! You have successfully shared a Facebook video on YouTube. Your video will now be visible to your YouTube audience and can be shared with others on the platform.

Remember to respect copyright laws and only share the videos you have permission to distribute.