What Happens to Facebook Stories After They Expire?

Discover where your Facebook stories go when they expire after 24 hours and how to access the Story Archive.

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Facebook stories expire after 24 hours. Once they do, they are saved in your Story Archive. You can access them by tapping the menu icon on your profile, selecting ‘Story Archive’, and view or manage your past stories there.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How long do Facebook stories last? Facebook stories last for 24 hours before they expire and are moved to the Story Archive.
  2. Can I recover lost Facebook stories? Yes, you can recover lost Facebook stories by accessing your Story Archive where all past stories are saved.
  3. Can others see my expired Facebook stories? No, once a Facebook story expires, it is only accessible to you through your Story Archive.
  4. How do I access my Facebook Story Archive? To access your Facebook Story Archive, tap the menu icon on your profile and select 'Story Archive' to view your past stories.

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