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How to Block a Page on Facebook
You can block pages on Facebook using your phone or web browser
By Robert Earl Wells III Updated on March 4, 2021 Reviewed by Jon Fisher Reviewed by Jon Fisher Wichita Technical Institute Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Facebook Facebook Pinterest Twitter Snapchat Instagram YouTube Online Dating What to Know
In a browser, go to Settings & Privacy > Settings > Blocking and enter the person, page, or app you want to block in the appropriate field.When you block people, pages, or apps, you'll no longer see them in your timeline or searches.To block Facebook event pages or group pages, you must block the pages through your web browser or using parent control software. This article explains how to block a Facebook page using a web browser or the Facebook mobile app. How to Block a Facebook Page or App
Just as you can block people on Facebook, you can also block specific pages and Facebook apps. Here's how to block pages and apps in a web browser. Go to Facebook.com, select the down-arrow in the upper-right corner, then select Settings & Privacy. Select Settings. Select Blocking in the left menu. Select Privacy to adjust your privacy settings and prevent others from finding your Facebook profile. Scroll down to Block apps and start typing the name of the app you want to block. Select it when it appears in the drop-down menu. Under Block Pages, start typing the name of the page you want to block, then select it from the drop-down menu. You can't block event pages or group pages via your Facebook settings, only company/organization pages. To unblock a page, go back to your Blocking settings and select Unblock next to the page. If you just don't want to see someone's updates on your news feed, you can snooze or unfollow friends on Facebook. Any settings changes you make will transfer over to the Facebook mobile app. How to Block a Page in the Facebook Mobile App
You can't block organizations or apps in the Facebook mobile app, but you can block people. Go to the profile you want to block and tap the three dots below their name, tap Block, then tap Block again. Why Block Pages on Facebook
When you block an app, person, or organization profile, you'll no longer see updates from them on your timeline. They won't even appear in your searches. If you're tired of seeing advertisements for a specific business, or you keep getting updates from a former employer, you can block the company's profile on Facebook. Blocking Facebook apps can be helpful if you're trying to break an addiction to a game or service. Block Facebook Group and Event Pages
Blocking Facebook groups and event pages requires a little more effort. You can block web pages through your web browser or using parental control software. Event and group updates may still show up in your timeline, so you'll want to leave the group or remove yourself from the event. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Ban Someone From a Facebook Page How to Get Unblocked on Facebook How to Block Searches of Your Facebook Profile How to Block Friend Requests on Facebook How to View Blocked Profiles on Facebook How to Block Someone on Instagram How to Clean up Your Facebook Profile How to Log Out of Facebook How to Delete Facebook Posts in Bulk How to Get Rid of Reels on Facebook How to Prevent Strangers From Seeing Your Facebook Profile How to Block Someone on Facebook How to Log Out of Facebook Messenger How to Unblock Someone on Messenger How to See More Friends Posts on Facebook How to Add Groups to Your Shortcut Bar on Facebook Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies