To poke someone on Facebook in 2024-2025, follow these steps: On Desktop:
- Open your web browser and go to Facebook.com/pokes or type "Pokes" in the Facebook search bar and select the "Pokes" page.
- On the Pokes page, you will see a list of friends you can poke or suggested friends.
- Use the search box at the top to find a specific friend.
- Click the "Poke" button next to their name to send them a poke.
- If someone has poked you, you can poke them back by clicking "Poke Back"
On Mobile (Facebook app for iOS or Android):
- Open the Facebook app.
- Tap the search icon at the top and type "Pokes."
- Select the "Pokes" option from the search results.
- You will see a list of friends you can poke and suggested pokes.
- Tap "Poke" next to the friend you want to poke.
- If you have been poked, you can tap "Poke Back" to respond
Poking is a playful way to get someone's attention or say hello without sending a message. The person you poke will receive a notification about it and can poke you back if they want
. If you want to avoid being poked by someone, you can block them on Facebook
. In summary, poking is done through the dedicated Pokes page accessible via search or direct URL, not from individual profiles anymore
