You can unfollow someone on Facebook by selecting the Unfollow option from one of their posts or from their profile, which hides their posts from your Feed while keeping you friends. The person is not notified when you unfollow them. You can reverse the action at any time through the Reconnect settings under Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Feed.

Table of Contents

• What is the difference between unfollowing and unfriending on Facebook?
• How do I unfollow someone on Facebook using a desktop computer?
• How do I unfollow someone on the Facebook mobile app?
• Can I unfollow someone on the Facebook iPhone app or mobile browser?
• How do I see a list of everyone I am following on Facebook?
• How do I temporarily unfollow someone using the Snooze option?
• How do I reconnect with someone I have unfollowed on Facebook?
• Key Takeaways
• References

What is the difference between unfollowing and unfriending on Facebook?

Unfollowing is a silent, reversible action that stops someone’s posts from appearing in your Feed. According to Facebook Help Centre, you will still be friends with the person after unfollowing them.

Unfriending removes the connection entirely. If you unfriend someone, you would need to send a new friend request to reconnect with them.

You remain friends with someone after unfollowing, and they do not receive a notification about your choice. This makes unfollowing a discreet way to manage what you see.

Unfollowing also applies to Pages and groups. You can stop seeing their content without unliking a Page or leaving a group.

This distinction matters for managing your Feed without damaging real-world relationships or business connections. You can quietly reduce noise while keeping your network intact.

How do I unfollow someone on Facebook using a desktop computer?

From a post in your Feed on desktop, click Options in the top right of the post, then select Unfollow [Name]. This is the quickest way to unfollow someone without visiting their profile.

From a profile directly, go to the person’s profile, click the Following button, then click Unfollow. This method works when you already know whose posts you want to hide.

For a Page, go to the Page, click Following, then click Unfollow, and finally click Update to confirm your choice. Facebook asks for this extra confirmation on Pages.

For a group, go to the group, click Joined, then click Unfollow group from the dropdown menu. You will remain a member of the group.

All desktop steps are available through the main Facebook website in any standard web browser. The process is the same on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers.

How do I unfollow someone on the Facebook mobile app?

From a post in your Feed on Android, tap Options in the top right of the post, then select Unfollow [Name]. This works exactly like the desktop version but with taps instead of clicks.

From a profile directly on Android, go to the profile, tap Following, then tap Unfollow. The button is located near the top of the profile page.

For a Page on Android, go to the Page, tap Following or Liked, then tap Unfollow. The label may vary depending on whether you have liked the Page.

For a group on Android, go to the group, tap Joined, then tap Unfollow group. You will still be a member of the group after unfollowing.

A YouTube tutorial published in February 2025 demonstrates the same process for Pages: tap the Following button on the Page, then tap Unfollow in the pop-up menu at the bottom of the screen.

Can I unfollow someone on the Facebook iPhone app or mobile browser?

Yes, the iPhone app follows the same core steps as Android. Locate the Following or Liked button on a profile or Page, then tap Unfollow.

Facebook’s official help pages do not currently provide device-specific instructions for iOS, but the interface mirrors the Android app closely. The buttons appear in the same locations.

On a mobile browser at m.facebook.com, you can use the desktop-style menus by tapping the three dots on a post and selecting Unfollow. This works in Safari, Chrome, and other mobile browsers.

Facebook Lite users can unfollow from a post by tapping the dropdown arrow and choosing Unfollow, though the layout is simplified. The core action remains the same.

If you cannot find the option, try switching to the full desktop site in your browser settings. The desktop version of Facebook works on mobile browsers.

How do I see a list of everyone I am following on Facebook?

Facebook does not offer a single master list of every profile, Page, and group you follow. You need to check each category separately.

To review profiles you follow, visit your Friends list and check the Following tab on each profile. This shows whether you currently follow that person.

For Pages, go to your Profile, tap More, then Likes to see Pages you have liked and followed. This list shows all Pages you have interacted with.

For groups, go to Groups in the left-hand menu and select the Groups You’ve Joined tab. You can then check each group individually.

There is no bulk unfollow tool, so you must unfollow each profile, Page, or group individually. Facebook has not introduced a way to unfollow multiple accounts at once.

How do I temporarily unfollow someone using the Snooze option?

Snooze is a temporary alternative to unfollowing, hiding someone’s posts for a set period. It works for profiles, Pages, and groups.

The Snooze option appears in the same menu as Unfollow, on both desktop and mobile apps. You will see it when you tap or click the Options menu.

Snooze lasts for 30 days, after which their posts will automatically reappear in your Feed. According to Facebook Help Centre, this is a fixed duration.

You can also use Not Interested on individual posts to see fewer similar posts without unfollowing or snoozing anyone. This fine-tunes your Feed over time.

Snooze is ideal for temporary breaks, such as during a busy period or an event you want to avoid. It gives you breathing room without making a permanent change.

How do I reconnect with someone I have unfollowed on Facebook?

Go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Feed, and finally Reconnect to see everyone you have unfollowed. This list includes profiles, Pages, and groups.

From the Reconnect list, you can choose to see posts from specific people, Pages, or groups again. Select the ones you want to follow once more.

Reconnecting is instant and does not require sending a new friend request or re-liking a Page. The connection was never broken, only muted.

Managing your Feed effectively keeps your social media time productive, which is a core part of a strong digital marketing strategy. A focused Feed helps you spend time on content that matters.

If you are a business owner, Delivered Social can help you apply the same principles of content curation and audience focus to your own Social Media Management, ensuring your brand stays visible without the overwhelm.

Key Takeaways

• Unfollowing someone keeps you friends while hiding their posts from your Feed.
• The person, Page, or group is never notified when you unfollow them.
• On desktop, unfollow from a post via Options, or from a profile via the Following button.
• On the Android app, the process mirrors desktop with tap-based menus.
• Snooze hides posts for 30 days as a temporary alternative to unfollowing.
• Use Not Interested on individual posts to fine-tune your Feed without unfollowing.
• Reconnect with anyone you have unfollowed via Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Feed, then Reconnect.

References

1. Unfollow a person, Page or group on Facebook — Facebook Help Centre
2. Unfollow a person, Page or group on Facebook (Android app) — Facebook Help Centre
3. How to Unfollow a Page on Facebook — YouTube, published 12 February 2025