The basic steps to post in a Facebook group

To post in a Facebook group, open the group, find the text box at the top that says "What's on your mind?" or "Write something...", type or paste your message, and tap or click Post. The group admin may have set rules about what kinds of posts are allowed — some groups require approval before your post shows up, others let it appear right away. If your post doesn't show up within a few minutes, it's usually waiting for a moderator to review it.

The exact wording and location of the text box changes slightly depending on whether you're using Facebook on a phone, tablet, or computer, but the process is the same. On a phone, the text box is usually near the top of the group's feed. On a computer, it's also at the top, often with buttons next to it for adding photos, videos, or files.

Key Takeaways

  • Most groups let you post when ready, but some require a moderator to review your post first before it becomes visible to other members.
  • You can add photos, videos, links, or files to your post using the buttons next to the text box.
  • Group rules are usually pinned at the top or listed in the "About" section — reading them before you post prevents your message from being removed.
  • If your post violates the group's rules, a moderator can delete it or remove you from the group entirely.

What happens when you hit the Post button

When you post in a group, Facebook sends your message to the group's feed. If the group has moderation turned on, your post goes to a queue for the admin or moderators to review first. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on how active the moderators are. During that time, only you can see your post — other members won't see it yet.

Once a moderator approves it, your post becomes visible to everyone in the group. If a moderator rejects it, you'll get a notification explaining why, and the post won't appear. Some groups are set to auto-approve posts from members who have been in the group for a while, which speeds things up.

Adding photos, videos, and links to your post

Next to the text box, you'll see buttons for adding media. On a phone, these are usually small icons — a camera icon for photos or videos, a link icon for URLs, and sometimes a file icon. On a computer, the buttons are similar and labeled more clearly. Click or tap the button for what you want to add, then select the file from your phone or computer.

Facebook will show you a preview of what your post will look like before you submit it. If you're adding a link, Facebook often pulls in a thumbnail image and a headline from that webpage automatically. You can edit the text that appears with the link or remove the preview if you don't want it. Videos can take longer to upload depending on their length and your internet speed.

Understanding group rules before you post

Most groups have rules pinned to the top of the feed or listed in the "About" section. Common rules include: no spam, no selling products, no political posts, no harassment, or posts must be related to a specific topic. Reading these rules before you post saves time — if your post breaks a rule, a moderator will remove it, and repeated violations can get you removed from the group.

Some groups are very strict about what counts as on-topic. A group for dog owners might remove posts about cats, or a group for a specific hobby might remove posts that are only tangentially related. If you're unsure whether your post fits, you can comment on someone else's post first to get a sense of what the group accepts, or send a message to a moderator asking.

What to do if your post doesn't show up

If you posted something and it's not visible after 10 or 15 minutes, it's probably waiting for moderator approval. Check your notifications — Facebook will tell you if a post was rejected and why. If you don't see a rejection notification, your post is likely still in the queue.

If your post was rejected, you can edit it to follow the group's rules and resubmit it. If you disagree with the rejection, some groups let you message a moderator to ask why. If you're removed from a group, you can request to rejoin, but the admin has to approve your request — and they may deny it if you repeatedly violated the rules.

Editing or deleting your own posts

After you post, you can edit or delete it anytime. On a phone, tap the three dots in the corner of your post and select "Edit post" or "Delete". On a computer, hover over your post and click the three dots, then choose the same options. Editing lets you fix typos or add information. Deleting removes the post entirely, along with any comments people left on it.

If a moderator deletes your post, you won't be able to restore it — it's gone from the group. You can ask the moderator why it was removed, but the decision is final unless the moderator changes their mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my post still not showing up after an hour?

The moderators may be offline or busy. Some groups have only one or two moderators who check in a few times a day. If your post violates the group rules, it may have been rejected — check your notifications. If you see no rejection message and no approval, try messaging a moderator directly to ask about the delay.

Can I post the same thing in multiple groups?

Technically yes, but most groups consider it spam if you post identical messages across many groups. If you're sharing something genuinely useful, it's better to write a slightly different version for each group or ask the moderators first. Posting the same sales pitch or link repeatedly will get you removed.

What if someone comments on my post with something rude?

You can delete their comment from your own post by tapping or clicking the three dots on their comment and selecting "Delete". You can also report the comment to the group moderators if it breaks the group's rules. If someone is harassing you, you can block them, which prevents them from seeing your posts or messaging you.

Do group members have to see my post if I post it?

Not necessarily. Facebook's algorithm decides which posts show up in each person's feed based on what they usually interact with. Your post will be visible in the group, but members who don't follow the group closely or who don't interact with similar posts may not see it. Posting when the group is most active can help more people see it.