Key Takeaway
Unfriend someone by going to their profile page > Friends section/button/three dots > click Unfriend.
Introduction
You log onto Facebook and there it is – another crazy post from your aunt ranting about conspiracy theories.
And right underneath is a post of your friend from high school humble bragging about their fancy new job again.
Maybe, just maybe, you’re tired of seeing posts from someone who always seems to be on a different planet when it comes to opinions.
We’ve all been there: someone on our friends list is driving us up the wall.
Whatever the case, the thought of unfriending them crosses your mind, but you hesitate. Now, unfriending might seem harsh, but sometimes it’s necessary for our sanity.
No more timelines flooded with endless vacation photos (making you wonder if your friend does anything else) – just sweet, blessed silence from their constant posting.
This guide will show you the easy steps to unfriend and get them off your newsfeed for good.
How to Unfriend Someone on Facebook
Computer
Here’s how to delete someone from Facebook from your computer in 3 easy steps.
| # | Step | Description |
| 1 | Find the Profile | Head to the top of your Facebook page and use the search bar to look up the name of the friend you’re thinking about unfriending. |
| 2 | Initiate Unfriend Process | On their profile, you’ll see an icon that looks like a person with a check next to it – this is right at the top. Give that a click. |
| 3 | Confirm Unfriend | A menu will pop up with the option to unfriend. Click on ‘Unfriend’ and then hit ‘Confirm’ to make it official. |
Profile Not Found? If you’re having trouble finding their profile, it might be because they’ve deactivated their account.
How to Unfriend a Deactivated Facebook Profile (Computer)
To unfriend a deactivated profile using a computer:
| # | Step | Description |
| 1 | Access Your Profile | Click on your profile picture, located at the top right corner of Facebook. |
| 2 | Go to Friends List | From the menu, choose ‘Friends’ to open your list of friends. |
| 3 | Find the Profile | Use the search function to locate the name of the person you wish to unfriend. |
| 4 | Unfriend | Next to their name, click on ‘more’ (usually symbolized by three dots or a similar icon), then pick ‘Unfriend’ from the dropdown menu. |
Mobile Browser
Here’s how to de friend someone on Facebook from a mobile browser.
| # | Step | Description |
| 1 | Search for Your Friend | Enter your friend’s name in the search bar located at the top of the Facebook page. |
| 2 | Visit Their Profile | Once their name appears, tap on it to go to their profile page. |
| 3 | Open More Options | Below their profile picture, find and tap the ‘More’ button, represented by three dots. |
| 4 | Complete Unfriend Action | Choose ‘Unfriend’ from the options that appear, then tap ‘Confirm’ to finalize your decision. |
Android, iPhone, iPad App
Much like using your computer or a mobile browser to delete a FB friend, doing it on the Facebook app with your phone is just as easy!
It doesn’t matter if you’re using a brand-new android, a 7th gen iPhone, or an ancient iPad, the steps will be the same for each.
| # | Step | Description |
| 1 | Start Search | Click the magnifying glass icon located in the top right corner of Facebook to begin your search. |
| 2 | Locate the Profile | Enter the name of the person you wish to unfriend into the search bar at the top and select their profile from the results. |
| 3 | Initiate Unfriend | On their profile, look for and click the ‘Friends’ button (which also includes an icon of a person with a checkmark). |
| 4 | Confirm Unfriend | Click ‘Unfriend,’ and then ‘Confirm’ to remove them from your friend list. |
How to Unfriend a Deactivated Facebook Profile (Android, iPhone, iPad App)
| # | Step | Description |
| 1 | Open Your Profile | Click on your profile picture located in the top right corner of the Facebook interface. |
| 2 | Access Friends List | Scroll down to the section labeled ‘Friends’ and click on ‘See All Friends’ to view your entire friends list. |
| 3 | Select Unfriend Option | Find the friend you wish to remove and click the ‘More’ button (the three dots) next to their name. |
| 4 | Confirm Removal | Click ‘Unfriend [name of the person]’ to remove them. |
FAQs on Unfriending People on FB
After Removing a Friend on Facebook, Will They Still Be Able to See My Posts?
Yes, even after you remove someone as a friend, they can still view your posts that are set to public, along with any comments or likes on mutual friends’ posts.
If you want to fully restrict their access to your content, you might want to block them.
What Is Unfriending Vs Unfollowing Vs Taking a Break on Facebook?
- Unfriending someone removes them from your friend list.
- When you unfollow someone, their posts won’t appear in your news feed, but they can still see your posts. You’re also still friends.
- Taking a break, an option available in the mobile app, limits their ability to see your posts and allows you to hide past interactions without unfriending.
What’s the Difference Between Unfriending and Blocking Someone on Facebook?
Removing a friend from your list doesn’t block them from viewing your profile or sending messages.
Blocking someone, however, removes their ability to see your profile at all.
Can I Revert Unfriending Somebody on Facebook?
Absolutely! If you change your mind, you can send them another friend request to reconnect.
Just remember, this will notify them that you want to be friends (and they might realize you unfriended them in the first place).
How to Delete Friends on Facebook Without Them Knowing?
If you remove someone as a friend discreetly, you’re in luck because Facebook doesn’t notify them when you unfriend.
If I’ve Removed a Friend, Why Can I Still See Their Profile?
Removing a friend doesn’t restrict your access to their public profile or yours to them.
If you want to make their profile completely invisible to you (and vice versa), blocking them is the way to go.
