You can block a Facebook group so you stop seeing its posts and members cannot contact you through it
Blocking a group on Facebook removes you from that group's member list, hides all its posts from your feed, and prevents group members from messaging you through the group's chat or comment threads. The group admin and members will not receive a notification that you blocked the group — it will straightforward appear that you left. You cannot block a group you admin yourself; you would need to transfer admin rights to someone else first, then leave and block it.
The steps differ slightly depending on whether you are using Facebook on a computer or a phone. Both routes take less than a minute.
Key Takeaways
- Blocking a group hides its posts from your feed and stops members from contacting you through the group, but does not notify anyone that you blocked it.
- On a computer, find the group, click the three-dot menu icon, and select "Block Group" from the dropdown.
- On iPhone or Android, open the group, tap the three-dot menu at the top right, scroll down, and tap "Block Group".
- You can unblock a group at any time by searching for it, clicking the menu, and selecting "Unblock Group".
- Blocking a group is different from leaving it — leaving removes you but allows members to still see your profile and contact you outside the group.
How to block a group on a computer
Open Facebook in your web browser and navigate to the group you want to block. You can search for it using the search bar at the top of the page, or find it in your groups list on the left sidebar under "Groups".
Once you are on the group's main page, look for the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner of the group header (near the group name and cover photo). Click it. A dropdown menu will appear with several options. Select "Block Group" from the list. Facebook will ask you to confirm — click "Block" again to finalize.
After you block the group, you will be removed from its member list, and the group's posts will no longer appear in your feed. If you visit the group page directly, you will see a message saying the group is blocked.
How to block a group on iPhone or Android
Open the Facebook app and navigate to the group you want to block. Tap the search icon at the bottom of your screen, type the group name, and tap the group when it appears in the results.
On the group's main page, look for the three-dot menu icon at the top right of the screen (next to the group name). Tap it. Scroll down through the menu options until you see "Block Group", then tap it. Confirm your choice when prompted.
The group will be removed from your groups list, and you will stop seeing its posts in your feed.
What happens when you block a group versus leaving it
Leaving a group and blocking a group are not the same thing. When you leave a group, you are removed from the member list, but group members can still see your profile if they search for you, and they can still send you direct messages outside the group. The group's posts will no longer appear in your feed, but if you visit the group page directly, you can still see it exists.
When you block a group, you get all the same effects as leaving — you are removed from the member list and stop seeing posts — but with added privacy. Members cannot contact you through the group's chat or comment threads, and the group becomes hidden from your view. If someone tries to add you back to the group, Facebook will prevent it.
Choose blocking if the group's content or members are making you uncomfortable. Choose leaving if you straightforward want to stop seeing the group's posts but are open to staying connected with members outside the group.
How to unblock a group if you change your mind
You can unblock a group at any time. Search for the group using the search bar, and when you find it, click or tap the three-dot menu icon. Select "Unblock Group" from the dropdown. You will not automatically rejoin the group — you will straightforward be able to see it again and rejoin if you choose to.
If the group is private, you may need to request to join again. If it is public, you can rejoin when ready by clicking the "Join Group" button on the group's page.
Why you might block a group instead of just leaving
Blocking a group is useful when you want a stronger boundary than straightforward leaving provides. If a group is sending you unwanted notifications, contains content that upsets you, or has members who have bothered you in the past, blocking prevents them from re-adding you without your knowledge. It also keeps the group out of your view entirely, so you will not accidentally click on it or see it in your groups list.
Blocking is also practical if you are concerned about a group's privacy practices. Some groups collect member data or share posts publicly even when marked private. Blocking removes you from that data collection and stops the group from using your profile information in any way.
Blocking a group does not affect your friendship with individual members
Blocking a group is separate from blocking individual people. If you block a group, you can still see posts from that group's members on your own feed, and they can still see your posts (unless you have blocked them as individuals). You can still send them direct messages and interact with them outside the group.
If you want to block specific members of a group instead of the entire group, you can block them individually. This prevents them from seeing your profile, sending you messages, or adding you to groups. To block a person on Facebook, go to their profile, click the three-dot menu, and select "Block".
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the group admin know I blocked the group?
No. When you block a group, it appears to the admin and members that you straightforward left the group. Facebook does not notify anyone that you blocked it, and there is no way for them to see that you blocked it unless they try to add you back and receive an error message.
Can I block a group I am an admin of?
No. You cannot block a group you admin. You must first transfer admin rights to another member, then leave the group, and then block it. To transfer admin rights, go to the group settings, find the members list, and click the three-dot menu next to the member you want to promote.
If I block a group and then unblock it, will I rejoin automatically?
No. Unblocking a group only removes the block — it does not add you back as a member. You will need to rejoin the group manually by clicking "Join Group" on the group's page. For private groups, you may need to request to join and wait for admin approval.
What if someone keeps adding me back to a group I blocked?
Facebook prevents members from adding you to a group you have blocked. If someone tries, they will receive an error message. If you are still seeing the group in your feed or receiving notifications from it, the block may not have worked — try blocking it again, or contact Facebook support if the problem continues.
Can I block a group without leaving it first?
No. Blocking a group automatically removes you from it. You cannot remain a member of a group while blocking it. If you want to stay a member but stop seeing posts, you can mute the group instead — this hides its posts from your feed without removing you or blocking anyone.