What blocking a group actually does

Blocking a group on Facebook stops you from seeing posts from that group in your feed and removes you from the group if you were already a member. You will not receive notifications about the group, and the group will not appear in search results when you look for it. However, blocking a group does not prevent the group from existing or stop other people from joining it — it only affects what you see.

The block is private. Group members and administrators cannot see that you have blocked the group, and they will not receive a notification. If you change your mind later, you can unblock the group at any time and rejoin if it is still public or if an administrator sends you an invitation.

Key Takeaways

  • You can block a group directly from your feed by clicking the three dots on a group post and selecting "Block Group".
  • Blocking a group removes you from it immediately and hides all posts from that group in your feed.
  • Group administrators and members cannot see that you have blocked the group.
  • You can unblock a group later through your Settings menu under Blocking if you want to rejoin or see its posts again.

How to block a group from a post in your feed

The fastest way to block a group is directly from a post. When you see a post from a group you want to block, look for the three dots (called the "more" menu) in the top right corner of that post. Click or tap those three dots.

A menu will appear with several options. Look for "Block Group" — it will usually appear near the bottom of the menu, often below options like "Hide post" or "Report post". Click "Block Group". Facebook will ask you to confirm that you want to block the group. Click "Block" again to confirm, and the group will be blocked immediately.

How to block a group from the group page itself

If you are already on the group's page, you can block it from there as well. Look for the three dots in the top right area of the group's cover photo or header section. Click those three dots to open a menu.

Select "Block Group" from the menu. You may see a message asking why you want to block the group — this is optional to fill out. Click "Block" to confirm. You will be removed from the group immediately, and the group page will no longer appear in your feed or search results.

Finding and unblocking a group you blocked earlier

If you blocked a group and want to unblock it later, you will need to go through your Settings. On a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right corner of Facebook and select "Settings and privacy", then "Settings". On a phone, tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) and go to "Settings and privacy", then "Settings".

Look for "Blocking" in the left sidebar on a computer, or scroll down to find it on a phone. Under the "Blocking" section, you will see a list of "Blocked groups". Find the group you want to unblock and click or tap "Unblock" next to it. The group will be unblocked immediately, and you can rejoin it if you wish.

What happens when you block a group

Once you block a group, you will no longer see any posts from that group in your feed, even if friends of yours share posts from the group. The group will not appear when you search for it by name. If you were a member of the group before blocking it, you will be removed from the membership list.

The group itself continues to exist and function normally for everyone else. Other members can still post, comment, and invite new people. If the group is public, you can still see it if someone sends you a direct link to it, but it will show as blocked and you will not be able to join or see its posts without unblocking it first.

The difference between blocking a group and leaving a group

Leaving a group simply removes you from the membership, but you will still see posts from that group in your feed if friends share them or if the group is promoted to you. You may also still receive notifications about the group. Blocking a group goes further — it removes you from the group and hides all content from it.

If you just want to stop receiving notifications from a group but still want to see occasional posts, you can mute the group instead. To mute a group, go to the group page, click the three dots, and select "Mute group". You will stay a member, but you will not see posts in your feed or receive notifications unless someone tags you directly.

Blocking a group versus blocking a person

Blocking a group and blocking a person are different actions with different effects. When you block a person, you cannot see their profile, posts, or messages, and they cannot see yours. When you block a group, you only hide that group's content — you can still see posts from people who are members of that group.

If someone in a blocked group sends you a message, you will still receive it. If you want to block both a group and all communication from its members, you would need to block the individual people separately. Blocking a group is useful when you want to avoid the group's content but still interact with its members in other contexts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the group know I blocked it?

No. Group administrators and members cannot see that you have blocked the group. There is no notification sent to anyone when you block a group, and your name will simply disappear from the member list if you were part of it.

Can I block a group and still see posts my friends share from it?

No. When you block a group, you will not see posts from that group in your feed, even if a friend shares a post from the group or tags you in a group post. The only exception is if someone sends you a direct message containing a link to the group.

What if I block a group by mistake?

You can unblock it anytime through Settings. Go to Settings and privacy, then Settings, then Blocking, and find the group under "Blocked groups". Click "Unblock" next to it. You can then rejoin the group if it is still public or if an administrator sends you an invitation.

Does blocking a group delete my posts or comments from it?

No. Your posts and comments remain in the group even after you block it. Other members can still see what you posted before you blocked the group. If you want to remove your content, you would need to delete individual posts or comments before blocking the group.

Can I block a group on my phone the same way as on a computer?

Yes. The steps are the same — click the three dots on a group post or the group page and select "Block Group". To unblock, go to the menu icon (three lines), then Settings and privacy, Settings, Blocking, and find the group under "Blocked groups".