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Meta may soon yank news content from its apps for users in Illinois
New legislation could require Meta to pay for news content displayed on its apps
Much has been said about the role social media platforms play when it comes to news. As physical newspapers go extinct, for example, the number of people who rely on apps to get their news continues to grow. Meta, the social media giant behind platforms like Instagram and Facebook, has repeatedly addressed the impact it’s had on news consumption and perception. Now, the company is declining to work around Illinois-based legislation that could alter how it displays news within its apps.
How to find drafts on Facebook
Take care of your more pressing matters first. Save and check your unfinished Facebook posts later
You've just created the perfect Facebook post and are ready to publish it. But something happens, and you must postpone its publication. Facebook has a few handy publishing tools that save your work as Facebook post drafts.
The 10 most common Facebook problems and how to solve them
You know, so you can stay in touch with your parents
Facebook has been the undisputed king of the social media landscape since it usurped Myspace from its throne in 2008. Since then, it has ballooned to more than three billion active monthly users worldwide, becoming one of the most universal apps in the world. With over five billion downloads on the Play Store and nearly seven billion downloads on the App Store, you've probably had it on your phone at one time or another, if only to keep in touch with your parents.
How to find or retrieve a deleted message in Facebook Messenger
Accidentally delete a Facebook message? Here's how you can retrieve it
You checked your chat history but can't find the message you're looking for. You likely deleted it, but there are ways to retrieve the message. Here are a few solutions to find and retrieve deleted Facebook messages through your smartphone and your go-to Chromebook or laptop.
How to talk with an AI chatbot on Facebook and Instagram
Meta's answer to Bard and GPT may already be available in your messaging app, here's how to start the conversation
The release of ChatGPT in late 2022 triggered an ongoing AI transformation of the digital landscape. The major players in the tech world clamored to develop and deploy their answers to GPT. Google quickly launched Bard, and Microsoft joined the GPT bandwagon with Bing Chat. But what about Meta?
How to export messages from Facebook and Instagram
Save your precious conversations with loved ones on Facebook and Instagram
You have complete control over your Facebook and Instagram content. Still, the social media platform can restrict or ban your account in unfortunate situations. Before you lose access to your messages, export your conversations from Facebook and Instagram for offline use.
How to clear your Facebook cache on your phone
Clearing your Facebook cache can make the app run smoother
There are many benefits to clearing the app cache on your phone, and Facebook isn't an exception. While you use the app to catch up with the latest trends and chat with friends and family, the app cache stores your frequently accessed information as cache data on your local storage. This speeds up the app's loading time and reduces mobile data usage, as it doesn't need to download that data again.
Facebook is one of the most popular social apps. The app is used by over a billion users. Despite this massive popularity, Facebook isn't without its share of hiccups. While you can troubleshoot common Facebook problems, some issues require human assistance.
How to post anonymously on Facebook
It's time to unmask your thoughts and ideas boldly without disclosing your identity on Facebook
Sharing your thoughts and ideas on Facebook can be a great way to connect with friends and family. However, you might want to keep some things private or avoid arguments with people with different opinions. That's why checking your privacy settings regularly is essential. It also ensures you're comfortable with who sees your posts. Additionally, you can post anonymously if you're going to share anything in a group but don't want others to see your profile.
How to spot Facebook Marketplace scams
Don't fall for that eye-catching discount on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace has over 250 million shops and 1 billion monthly users. It's a go-to place for consumers to sell and buy goods, including smartphones, furniture, beauty products, and games. A busy, easy-to-access online marketplace like this attracts scammers.
How to add an admin to your Facebook account
Share your Facebook account responsibilities when they become overwhelming
Managing a Facebook page, group, and personal account is a big responsibility, especially with many followers and engagement. It's easy to miss details while keeping a consistent online presence. You can share the workload with third parties when it becomes heavy. Facebook lets you appoint admins to your groups and pages while you focus on your personal account.
What is a Facebook restricted list and how do I use it?
Make sure the right people see your hot takes
People share many things on Facebook, from life updates to random thoughts. Whether you have an Android phone or an amazing Chromebook, Facebook makes it easy to share whatever you like. Even though Facebook is made to help you share, you may not want to share everything with all of your friends.
Does Facebook notify you if someone takes a screenshot?
Is there a way to see who is taking screenshots of your Facebook content?
Screenshots allow you to share anything on your device's screen. Whether you use an iPhone, Android, or one of the top Chromebooks, you can take screenshots to capture anything on your screen. That means anyone can capture anything you share on your social media or the web.
Facebook is a fun platform that lets you share your photos and experiences and browse through the activities of your friends and family. If this interests you, take it a step further with a Facebook check-in post. This post is linked to your location, whether it's as specific as a restaurant or a store or as general as a city or a country. Checking in to a place on your Facebook profile is easy, and we show you how to do that using your smartphone, tablet, or budget Chromebook.
Likes and reactions on social media platforms have become a crucial part of our lives. We often keep a close eye on how many likes our recent posts receive and even compare them with others. If you want to avoid such comparisons or don't want to be put off by small engagement on some of your posts, use the steps below to hide likes on Facebook.
How to see who follows you on Facebook
Facebook followers aren't as visible as Instagram's. But finding them is easy with these steps
It's easy to befriend and unfriend people on Facebook. But having a large fan base is an achievement, especially if you're a business owner. People who follow your personal profile or page can see images, videos, GIF content, and other posts you make on their news feeds. Automatically, they join your train when you become friends. However, it isn't necessary, as you can have followers without being friends.
Facebook and Instagram now offer subscriptions to kill ads, but you probably can't join yet
Appeasing EU regulators, Meta just launched a subscription to remove ads from its biggest services
Regulators from the European Union have been working on privacy laws meant to safeguard users from corporations who sell off their data to advertisers. Some usual names emerge in this conflict between the regulators and ad-tech companies, such as Google and Meta. The latter, in particular, has attracted the EU regulators' negative attention on multiple occasions for its alleged malpractice with the use of targeted ads. The social media juggernaut is now launching a subscription service exclusively in Europe, enabling users in the region to get an ad-free Facebook and Instagram experience.
Meta is known for providing social media spaces for billions of users worldwide. Even with these platforms having high usage rates, these popular platforms, such as Instagram and Facebook, don't shy away from publicly displaying your interests and beliefs with reaction counts. You have to go out of your way to protect your digital privacy on Facebook. And when you click the like button and react to a Facebook post or page, you risk giving more information about yourself through these activities.
Facebook Marketplace's dirty dozen: The 14 most common scams and how to avoid them
Be careful before hitting the buy button on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace is a popular platform for people who want to buy or sell used items. With more and more shoppers browsing the site, the number of scammers on the platform has also risen. They have several tricks up their sleeves to lure you into parting with your hard-earned money, so be wary of deals that appear too good to be true.
Every day, we hear another reason why you need to stay on top of your digital privacy. With so many accounts and apps containing your personal information, keeping on top of it is nearly impossible. Facebook's Privacy Checkup tool helps you protect your personal information on Meta's most prominent platform, which is essential when considering how much information Facebook knows about you.