When browsing Facebook, you may wonder if video creators can see that you’ve watched their content. The answer depends on where you found the video and how you interacted with it.
Facebook keeps your watch history private, but certain actions can reveal your identity:
- Liking
- Commenting
- Sharing
These interactions are public, so the creator and others can see that you’ve watched the video.
Timeline videos won’t expose you as a viewer unless you engage with them. However, story creators can see a list of viewers, including friends. Non-friends may appear as “other viewers” with hidden identities, unless the creator restricts story access to friends only.
During live streams, the host receives notifications when friends tune in, but not for non-friends. Recorded live videos only show viewer statistics without names. Engaging with live content through comments or likes will reveal your identity.
To watch stories and live streams undetected, consider:
- Viewing stories through a mutual friend’s account
- Waiting for live broadcasts to end before watching the recording
- Creating a separate Facebook account for anonymous viewing
By understanding how Facebook displays viewer information, you can control your privacy while enjoying the platform’s video content.