To lock your Facebook profile and enhance your privacy, follow these steps depending on your device:
On Mobile (Android or iOS)
- Open the Facebook app and go to your profile.
- Tap the three dots icon next to the "+Add Story" button.
- Select "Lock Profile."
- Read the description and tap "Lock Your Profile" to confirm
On Desktop/Laptop
- Log in to facebook.com and navigate to your profile page.
- Click the three dots icon next to "+Add Story."
- Select "Lock Profile."
- Read the description and click "Lock Your Profile" to confirm
Additional Notes
- Locking your profile restricts what people who are not your friends can see, such as posts, photos, stories, and profile details.
- Only your friends will be able to see your full-size profile and cover photos, posts, and stories.
- If you don't see the "Lock Profile" option, it may be due to regional restrictions; some users have found that using a VPN set to certain countries (e.g., the Philippines) can enable this feature
- You can unlock your profile anytime by retracing the steps and selecting "Unlock Profile"
Locking your Facebook profile acts as a digital fortress, protecting your personal information from strangers and enhancing your online security
