Ever wanted to stay friends with someone on Facebook without showing them everything you post? You’re not alone! Sometimes, you want a bit of space, and that’s totally okay. Facebook has a little trick called the Restricted List that can help.
Let’s make this simple and fun. You’ll learn how to do it in minutes. Ready? Let’s go!
What Is the Restricted List?
The Restricted List on Facebook is like an invisible wall. People on this list stay your friends but only see public posts. They won’t know they’re restricted. Sneaky? A little. Necessary? Sometimes!
Why Use the Restricted List?
- Keep things professional – Maybe it’s your boss or a colleague.
- Family drama? – Aunt Karen doesn’t need to see party pics.
- Keep peace – A friend from long ago, but not that close anymore.
No need to unfriend them. A little restriction can go a long way!
Step-by-Step: How to Add Someone to the Restricted List
Follow these simple steps and you’ll be a Facebook ninja in no time!
- Go to their profile
Find the Facebook friend you want to restrict and go to their profile page. - Tap the “Friends” button
You’ll see a little button that says Friends under their cover photo. Click it! - Select “Edit Friend List”
A small menu will pop up. Choose the option called “Edit Friend List“. - Scroll and tap “Restricted”
You’ll see different friend lists. Scroll until you find Restricted. Tap it! - Done!
That’s it! They’re now on your Restricted List. Peace and privacy restored.
What Happens After You Restrict Someone?
Here’s what they’ll experience:
- They can still see public posts.
- They’ll see posts where you’ve tagged them or shared with “Friends except…” settings if it includes them.
- They won’t know they’re restricted. It’s our little secret 😉.
How to Check Who’s on Your Restricted List
Changed your mind or just curious? Let’s find out who you’ve restricted.
- Go to Facebook – Open up Facebook on your browser or app.
- Click your menu – Look for the ☰ menu icon or your profile picture.
- Select “Settings & privacy”
- Click “Audience and visibility”
- Choose “Blocking”
This shows all your blocked people and restricted list. - Scroll to “Restricted List”
From here, you can remove people from the list too. Easy-peasy!
Pro Tips!
- New job? Add new coworkers to the Restricted List right away.
- Dating someone new? Keep things chill until you’re sure!
- Make your posts public or private based on what you’re sharing.
Remember, Facebook is your space. You get to decide who sees what.
Quick Recap
- Restricted friends can ONLY see public posts.
- You stay Facebook friends—no drama.
- They won’t be notified about it.
- You’re in control of your privacy. Always!
Conclusion
See? That wasn’t hard at all. Keeping things private on Facebook doesn’t have to mean unfriending someone. Just pop them on the Restricted List and keep living your best digital life. 🎉
Now, go and take control of your Facebook feed. Stay connected AND keep your peace!