Downloading Livestreams and Other Videos from Social Media
While livestreams of state violence and protests carry important information and evidence, streamers may have trouble saving copies of their own streams. They may not be able to prioritize downloading, have security concerns about holding onto them, or their internet may be throttled, making downloading slow or expensive. Moreover, videos can be lost if they contain violence and Facebook or Twitter removes them for violating policies. One way that people watching remotely can support streamers is to download and save the streams, preserving them outside of the platform and out of the reach of local security forces. Follow the tips in this resource to download livestreams and other videos from social media.
| Collection(s) | All resources, Documenting During Internet Shutdowns, Open Source Investigations and Verification |
|---|---|
| Region/Country | Global |
| Topic(s) | Archiving & Preservation, Internet Shutdowns, Livestreaming, Mobile Phones, Safety & Security Planning, Social Media & Messaging Apps |
| Type | Tipsheet |
| Language | English |
