How to leave a group on fb

Facebook groups are a great option for users wanting to be part of a like-minded community, but joining too many groups can overwhelm people with a torrent of irrelevant notifications. Fortunately, Facebook offers an easy way to leave groups. The method applies to all kinds of Facebook groups, including 'Open' groups that can be joined by anyone with a Facebook account, 'Closed' groups that require approval from a group admin or an invitation to join, and 'Secret' groups where new members can only be added via invitations from current members.

Over time, many Facebook groups often become ghost towns or the user can become disinterested in the subject. Users can also become part of an unwanted Facebook group without their knowledge. Depending on their privacy settings, friends might add them to random groups, including those that spread misinformation or hate speech. Irrespective of the type of group a user is a part of, they can easily leave.

Facebook users can leave a group either via the mobile app or the website. To leave a Facebook group using the mobile app, first tap on the hamburger menu (three parallel lines) in the top-right corner on Android and bottom-right on iOS. On the next screen, select 'Groups' and then tap on 'Your Groups' to see the full list of subscribed groups. From there, the user will have to scroll down (if needed) and select the group they want to leave. Once on the homepage of the target group, tap on the three-dot menu button in the top-right corner, select 'Leave group' and confirm the selection. At this stage, users will also get the option to report the group to Facebook if they believe it is inappropriate or harmful in any way.

Leaving Groups Could Clean Up Notification Clutter

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mobile

1. Open Facebook.
2. Select the “Menu” option on the bottom right-hand corner and then “Groups.”
3. Tap on the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the group.
4. A drop-down menu will appear. Select “Leave Group.” You will be given a final chance to confirm that you want to leave.
5. Tap “Leave Group” again to confirm.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Desktop

1. Open Facebook.
2. Find and select “Groups” on the left-hand side of your Facebook page.
3. Tap “Joined” near the upper right-hand side of the screen under the cover photo.
4. Select “Leave Group.” You will be given a final chance to confirm that you want to leave.
5. Click “Leave Group” again to confirm your decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Before you rush out a leave a Facebook group, it’s essential to understand what will happen when you do leave.

What Happens When You Leave a Facebook Group?

First, you won’t see the group on your list.

When you click on your Facebook groups, you will no longer see the group you left on your list.

This is helpful if you want to focus on the groups you do care about, as there will be less visual clutter once you leave unwanted groups.

Second, you won’t receive notifications.

Essentially, leaving a Facebook group is just like unfriending someone—you will no longer see group posts or receive activity notifications.

Do Group Members Get a Notification?

When you leave a Facebook group, group members are not notified.

The only time anyone would know is if you choose to leave a comment or send a group chat explaining that you are leaving.

Even the group admin won’t receive a notification.

They will only be able to know that you are no longer around if they search for you in the group’s member list.

Of course, members might realize you have left if you used to be active in the group and are no longer participating.

Will Your Participation in the Group Be Erased?

Leaving a Facebook group does not automatically erase all of your comments and posts in the group.

However, you will no longer be able to participate if it is a private group.

Additionally, you will not be allowed to edit or delete your previous posts.

If you want to make sure no trace of you is left behind, you should delete your posts before you leave the Facebook group.

How to Re-Join a Facebook Group After Leaving

If you want to rejoin a group after leaving, simply send a request to the group’s administrator.

Be aware that not all groups will allow you to rejoin after you have left.

How to Re-Join a Facebook Group on Mobile

1. Open the Facebook app on your mobile device and log in.
2. Tap the three lines in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
3. Scroll down and tap Groups.
4. Tap the group you want to re-join. You may need to search for it by name by clicking the search option in the upper right-hand corner.
5. Tap the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen and tap Join Group.
6. The group’s administrator may need to approve your request before you are officially added back into the group.

How to Re-Join a Facebook Group on Deskop

1. Go to the Facebook site.
2. Click the “Groups” tab in the left-hand sidebar.
3. Click the one you want to re-join. You may need to search for it by name by clicking “search” in the upper left-hand corner.
4. Click “Join Group” in the right-hand sidebar.
5. The group’s administrator may need to approve your request.

How to Stop Seeing Posts Without Leaving a Group

If you would prefer to take a break from a group rather than leave, you can turn off notifications.

As well, you can remove the group’s posts from your feed so that you won’t automatically see its content.

Here’s how to do so on either your mobile or desktop device.

How to Leave a Facebook Group on Mobile Devices

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Select the “Menu” option on the bottom right-hand corner and then “Groups.”
3. Tap on the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the group.
4. A drop-down menu will appear. Select “Unfollow Group.”  You will no longer receive status updates on your Home Feed.
5. Next, you can adjust your notification settings. Under the same drop-down menu, tap on “Manage Notifications.” Click on the circle next to “Off” to turn off post notifications for this group.

How to Leave a Facebook Group on Desktop

1. Go to your Facebook account.
2. Find and select the group you want to stop seeing posts for by selecting “Groups” on the left-hand side of your Facebook page.
3. Tap on the drop-down menu that reads “Joined” near the upper right-hand side of the screen under the cover photo.
4. Select “Unfollow Group.” You will no longer receive status updates from it on your Home Feed.
5. Next, you can adjust your notification setting. Under the same drop-down menu, tap on “Manage Notifications.” Click on the circle next to “Off” to completely turn off post notifications for this group.

Final Word

Joining and leaving Facebook groups is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps.

You can leave a group altogether or simply unfollow the group to stop receiving notifications about new posts.

In some cases, you may need to re-join a group after leaving.

If this is the case, send a request to the group’s administrator.

Now that you know how to leave a Facebook group, try it out on one of the groups you are no longer interested in participating in.

By Brett Helling

Brett has been starting, growing, and monetizing websites since 2014. While in college, he began to learn about digital marketing. After graduating, he continued to build a diverse portfolio of websites while working a full time job. After years of building the portfolio on the side, he made the jump to run his websites full time.