Did you recently watch an interesting Reel or video on Facebook, but can’t find it again? You’re not alone. For a long time, Facebook didn’t provide a way to view previously watched Reels, so users had to rely on workarounds like saving or liking a Reel if they wanted to watch it later.
Fortunately, Facebook has introduced a Watched feature that lets users revisit videos and Reels they’ve watched earlier.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to see recently watched Reels on Facebook for iPhone, Android, and desktop (PC).
Can I See My Watch History on Facebook?
Yes. Similar to Instagram, Facebook now allows users to check their Reels watch history directly within the app. The Watched Reels feature shows Reels you’ve viewed in the past 30 days.
However, there are a few limitations:
- You can’t sort watched Reels (newest to oldest or vice versa).
- There’s no filter by date.
- You can’t filter by the creator or author of the Reel.
Nevertheless, it still helps you find previously watched Reels on Facebook without saving them.
How to See Recently Viewed Reels on Facebook App
Want to view watched Reels on Facebook? Follow these steps to see your recently watched Facebook Reels on iPhone and Android:
- Open the Facebook app and tap the Reels tab from the navigation bar at the bottom (iPhone) or top (Android).
- Tap the three dots (or profile icon) in the top-right corner.
- Tap History (newer version) or tap Watched reels (older version) to access your Facebook Reels viewing history.
You’ll now see the list of Reels you watched recently.
Alternate Way
Here’s another method to view your recently watched videos on the Facebook app.
- Open the Facebook app on your phone.
- Tap the Menu icon at the top-left corner.
- Go to Saved. (Click ‘See more’ if you don’t see the Saved option.)
- Tap the Reels tab, then select the Watched tab.
Here you can see your recently viewed Facebook Reels and videos in chronological order.
How to Find Videos You’ve Watched on Facebook on PC
You can also find reels you’ve watched on Facebook using the desktop website.
- Visit Facebook and log in to your account.
- Click your profile picture in the top-right corner.
- Select Settings & privacy.
- Click Activity log.
- From the right pane, select Videos you’ve watched.
You’ll now see a list of all videos and Reels you’ve watched, along with the exact time and date.
Related: If you liked the Reel, you can also view your Liked Reels on Facebook.
How to Delete Recently Watched Reels on Facebook
After finding a watched Reel, you can delete it from your viewing history or clear your entire watch history if needed.
Facebook now lets you delete individual watched Reels from the Facebook app as well as the desktop website.
For step-by-step instructions on Android, iPhone, and desktop, see our guide on How to Delete Watched Reels on Facebook.
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