Facebook now lets everyone export media to Google Photos

Facebook has officially rolled out a feature that lets all users transfer their photos and videos directly to Google Photos. What was once limited to select users in certain countries is now available worldwide — a move that reflects growing pressure on tech giants to make data portability a real option.

What This Means for You

If you’ve ever tried to download your Facebook photos manually, you know it’s a pain. Now, with just a few clicks, you can send your media library from Facebook to your Google Photos account without downloading anything or organizing endless folders.

This feature is part of Facebook’s participation in the Data Transfer Project, a collaborative effort between big names like Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook to give users more control over their personal data.

How to Export Your Photos from Facebook

1. Go to your Facebook settings.
2. Click on “Your Facebook Information”.
3. Select “Transfer a Copy of Your Photos or Videos”.
4. Choose Google Photos as the destination.
5. Authenticate your Google account and confirm the transfer.

That’s it. The process happens in the background, and you’ll get a notification when it’s done.

Why It Matters

This isn’t just about convenience — it’s about data rights. As conversations about digital privacy and user ownership continue to grow louder, tools like this set a new bar for transparency and control. Facebook’s move also puts pressure on other platforms to make exporting and importing content just as seamless.

Bottom Line

If you’ve been thinking about backing up your Facebook photos or making the jump to a more organized cloud system like Google Photos, now’s the time. It’s quick, easy, and — for once — hassle-free.