Thinking of leaving FB but don't want to lose my pictures

I didn't think it would be easy to do - but I chatCPT's this:

Downloading your Facebook libraries (e.g., photos, videos, and other data) can be done using the platform's built-in tools. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Log in to Your Facebook Account

• Visit Facebook and log in to your account.

2. Go to Settings

• On desktop:
  • Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.
  • Select Settings & Privacy > Settings.
• On mobile:
  • Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom-right (iOS) or top-right (Android).
  • Select Settings & Privacy > Settings.

3. Access Your Facebook Information

• Navigate to the Your Facebook Information section.
• Click or tap Download Your Information.

4. Choose What to Download

• You'll see a list of data categories (e.g., posts, photos, videos, comments, etc.).
• Check the boxes next to the items you want to download. To download your libraries, ensure Photos and Videos is selected.

5. Set Preferences

• Date Range: Choose a specific range or select All Time for all data.
• Format: Choose HTML (easier to view) or JSON (for data portability).
• Media Quality: Select High for the best quality if you're downloading photos and videos.

6. Request a Download

• Scroll to the bottom and click or tap Request a Download.
• Facebook will start preparing your file. This may take some time depending on the amount of data.

7. Download the File

• Once ready, you'll receive a notification and/or email.
• Go back to the Download Your Information section.
• Click or tap Available Copies, then Download next to your file. You may need to re-enter your password.

8. Extract and View

• The file will be in a compressed format (e.g., .zip). Extract it to view your photos, videos, and other data.

If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, let me know!

Thank you, Jamie! I will give this a try. I'd hate to lose all those organized albums - but I hate the current trend there!

I share your concerns about Facebook. Unfortunately, there's really nothing else like it for interest groups. Most of my social and family contact has moved to WhatsApp but I'm stuck on Facebook for dog rescue, Frankoma pottery collectors, and alt-country musicians. I feel the same way about Amazon. I'd love to unsubscribe and never use either service again, but I can't/won't.