Facebook comments can turn into a nightmare faster than you’d think. One minute you’re sharing a photo or thought, the next you’re dealing with spam, arguments, or just plain unwanted feedback. The good news? Turning off comments on a Facebook post is dead simple, and it takes about 30 seconds. Whether you’re managing a business page, protecting your privacy, or just done with the drama, knowing how to turn off comments on Facebook post is a skill every user should have in their back pocket.
This guide walks you through every method—whether you’re on desktop, mobile, or managing a Facebook Page. We’ll also cover why you might want to disable comments, what happens when you do, and how to handle comments you’ve already received.
Why You’d Want to Disable Comments on a Facebook Post
Before we jump into the how, let’s talk about the why. There are legit reasons to shut down the comment section on your posts.
Spam and Bot Activity: If you’ve posted something popular, bots and spammers crawl in like ants at a picnic. Disabling comments stops them dead.
Avoiding Arguments: Controversial topics (politics, religion, current events) attract heated debates. Sometimes you just don’t want to moderate that mess.
Privacy Protection: When you share personal news—a job change, a move, health updates—comments can expose you to unwanted questions or advice.
Business Control: If you’re managing a Facebook Page as an admin, you might disable comments on certain posts to maintain brand messaging without distractions.
Preventing Harassment: If you’re dealing with a troll or someone targeting you, disabling comments on specific posts is a targeted defense.
The real talk? Sometimes you just want to say something without opening the floor to every opinion in the world. That’s valid.
How to Turn Off Comments on Desktop
This is the most straightforward method. If you’re on a computer, follow these steps.
Step 1: Find Your Post
Navigate to your profile or the post you want to modify. You can do this by clicking your name in the top menu or searching for the post in your timeline.
Step 2: Click the Three Dots (More Menu)
Hover over the post. You’ll see a three-dot menu icon (⋯) in the top-right corner of the post. Click it.
Step 3: Select “Turn Off Commenting”
From the dropdown menu, look for the option that says “Turn off commenting” or “Disable comments.” Click it. Done.
That’s it. The post will no longer accept new comments, though existing comments will remain visible (unless you delete them separately).
Pro Tip: If you don’t see this option immediately, make sure you’re the post owner. You can’t disable comments on other people’s posts—only your own or posts on pages you manage.
How to Turn Off Comments on Mobile (iPhone & Android)
The mobile process is nearly identical, just with a slightly different interface.
For iPhone (Facebook App):
- Open the Facebook app and find your post.
- Tap the three dots (⋯) in the top-right corner of the post.
- Scroll down and tap “Turn off commenting.”
- Confirm the action. You’re done.
For Android (Facebook App):
- Open Facebook and navigate to your post.
- Tap the three-dot menu icon.
- Select “Turn off commenting” from the menu.
- The action takes effect immediately.
For Mobile Web (Any Browser):
If you’re using Facebook through a mobile browser instead of the app, the process mirrors the desktop version—just tap the three dots and select the commenting option.
A Word of Caution: Mobile menus can be finicky. If you don’t see the option right away, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. Sometimes Facebook hides menu options if the interface is crowded.
Disabling Comments on a Facebook Page Post
If you’re managing a Facebook Page (business, community, etc.), the process is slightly different but just as easy. This is especially important if you’re working with other admins on your Facebook Page—everyone needs to know how to control comments.
Step 1: Switch to Your Page
Make sure you’re viewing the page, not your personal profile. Click your page name from the menu, or use the page selector dropdown.
Step 2: Find the Post
Navigate to the specific post on your page timeline.
Step 3: Open the Post Menu
Click the three dots in the top-right corner of the post.
Step 4: Select “Turn Off Commenting”
The option is the same as personal posts. Click it, and commenting is disabled.
Page-Specific Tip: If you manage a high-traffic page, you might also want to explore Facebook’s Comment Moderation Settings under Page Settings → Moderation. This lets you filter comments automatically, hide certain words, or require approval before comments appear—without fully disabling them.
According to Facebook’s official help center, pages have additional controls that personal profiles don’t, including keyword filtering and automated comment holding.
What If You Already Have Comments?
Here’s the thing: when you disable comments on a post, existing comments don’t vanish. They stay right there for everyone to see. If that’s a problem, you need to handle them separately.
Option 1: Delete Individual Comments
Hover over a comment and click the three dots. Select “Delete.” You can do this one by one, though it’s tedious for high-comment posts.
Option 2: Delete and Hide Comments (Page Posts)
If it’s a page post, you have a “Hide” option that removes the comment from public view without fully deleting it. This is useful if you might need to reference it later.
Option 3: Delete the Entire Post
If the comments are really bad and you want a clean slate, delete the post entirely and repost it with comments disabled from the start.
Real Talk: If you’re dealing with harassment or spam comments, take screenshots before deleting. You might need evidence if you report the user or account to Facebook.
Partial Solutions: Limiting Without Fully Disabling
Sometimes you don’t want to kill comments entirely—you just want to filter them. Facebook offers a few middle-ground options.
Comment Filtering (For Pages):
Go to Page Settings → Moderation → Comment Moderation. Here you can:
- Add words or phrases that trigger automatic comment hiding.
- Require approval for comments containing links (stops spam).
- Hold comments from accounts with limited history.
Restrict Commenting (Personal Posts):
While Facebook doesn’t have a “restrict comments to friends only” option on personal posts, you can control who sees the post itself using Privacy Settings (Public, Friends, Custom). This indirectly limits who can comment.
Limit Comments by Audience (Advanced):
When creating a new post, you can choose who sees it before posting. This prevents strangers from commenting in the first place.
Archive Old Posts:
If you want to keep a post visible but prevent new comments, some users archive it instead of disabling comments. This is more of a workaround than a true solution, but it works in a pinch.
For more detailed information on Facebook’s moderation tools, check out Facebook’s official help documentation, which breaks down moderation by account type.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I turn off comments on someone else’s post?
– No. You can only disable comments on posts you created or on posts on pages you manage as an admin. You can report problematic comments or block the poster, but you can’t disable their comments directly.
Will people know I turned off comments?
– Yes, they’ll see that comments are disabled—the comment box will disappear and be replaced with text saying “Commenting on this post is off.” It’s not hidden.
Can I turn comments back on after disabling them?
– Absolutely. Use the same menu and select “Turn on commenting.” Any comments that were posted before you disabled them will reappear.
What happens to existing comments when I disable commenting?
– They stay visible. Disabling comments only stops new comments from being posted. If you want to remove existing comments, you’ll need to delete them individually or delete the post entirely.
Does disabling comments affect Facebook’s algorithm or reach?
– Technically, yes—but minimally. Comments and engagement boost post reach, so disabling them might slightly reduce visibility. But if you’re dealing with spam or harassment, the tradeoff is worth it.
Can I schedule a post to have comments disabled from the start?
– Not directly. You have to create the post first, then disable comments. There’s no “pre-schedule with comments off” option yet.
Why can’t I see the “Turn off commenting” option?
– Make sure you’re logged in as the post owner or a page admin. Old posts or archived posts sometimes have limited options. Try refreshing the page or app.
Is there a difference between disabling comments and archiving a post?
– Yes. Archiving removes the post from your timeline but keeps it in your archive (private). Disabling comments keeps the post visible but stops new comments. They serve different purposes.
Can I disable comments on Facebook Reels or Stories?
– Stories don’t have traditional comments, but you can control who can message you about them. Reels have comment controls similar to regular posts—use the three-dot menu.
What if someone keeps commenting after I disable comments?
– They can’t. Once disabled, the comment box is gone. If they’re harassing you in other ways (messages, other posts), you can block them or report them to Facebook.
