To post a Live Photo on Facebook from your iPhone, open the Facebook app, start a post, tap Photo/video, and choose the Live Photo. Facebook supports Live Photos, but depending on the app version and where people view it, it may show as a still image. For a moving result everyone can see, convert it to a video first: in Photos, open the Live Photo, tap ⋯, choose Save as Video, and post that video.
Quick Answer
Facebook app > create post > Photo/video > pick the Live Photo > Post. For guaranteed motion, Photos > ⋯ > Save as Video and post the video.
Post the Live Photo
- Open the Facebook app and tap What’s on your mind? (or Create story).
- Tap Photo/video and select the Live Photo.
- If you see a Live toggle, make sure it’s on.
- Add a caption and tap Post.
Convert to a Video First (Most Reliable)
- Open the Live Photo in the Photos app.
- Tap ⋯ (More) and choose Save as Video.
- Post the new video to Facebook like any other video.
Other Options
| Option | Result |
|---|---|
| Loop effect | Photos > Live menu > Loop, then Save as Video, for a repeating clip |
| Bounce effect | Plays forward and backward |
| Long Exposure | Creates a blurred still photo |
| Post as a still | Choose a key photo in Edit first |
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Troubleshooting
- Posted as a still: Use Save as Video and post the video.
- Live Photo won’t move on your iPhone: The Live feature may be off for that photo. Tap Edit > Live icon to turn it back on.
- Not taking Live Photos? Turn on the Live Photos icon (circles) in the Camera app.
- Making room for videos? See checking iPhone storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Android users see the motion?
If it posts as a Live Photo, many devices can play it; a converted video plays everywhere.
Does Instagram support Live Photos?
Instagram generally treats them as stills. Save as Video or use Boomerang for motion.
Summary
- Post the Live Photo from the Facebook app.
- Turn on the Live toggle if shown.
- For reliable motion, Save as Video first.
- Use Loop or Bounce for fun effects.
Kermit Matthews runs Live2Tech from just outside Philadelphia. He is an IT specialist with over 20 years of experience, from a university help desk to small-business IT, IT management and his own consulting practice, and has written tech guides full time since 2020. Steps are checked against the current software on a real device or the maker’s official documentation. More about Kermit.