To lock a Facebook account (lock the Facebook profile), follow these steps:
- Open the Facebook app or go to the Facebook website.
- Navigate to your profile by tapping your profile picture or name.
- Locate and tap on the three dots (menu) next to the "Edit Profile" button.
- If available, select the "Lock Profile" option.
- Confirm by tapping "Lock Your Profile."
Locking your profile will make your posts, photos, and profile details visible only to your friends, and restrict access to people who are not on your friends list. This option may not be available in all regions or for all accounts, as Facebook has tested and limited this feature to certain countries at times. If you don't see the "Lock Profile" option, you can also enhance account privacy by adjusting settings in Facebook's "Privacy Checkup" and "Audience and Visibility" to restrict who can see your posts and followers. Note: The availability of the profile lock feature varies by location and account history, and it may be unavailable in certain countries like the US. These instructions apply to both the Facebook mobile app (Android and iOS) and the desktop version of Facebook.
