You can disable comments on individual posts or turn them off for all future posts
Facebook lets you control who can comment on your posts in two ways: you can turn off comments on posts you've already published, or you can change your default settings so new posts don't allow comments from the start. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you're using Facebook on a computer or phone, and whether you want to change one post or your account-wide settings.
Disabling comments is useful if you've posted something that's attracting unwanted responses, if you want to prevent arguments on a sensitive topic, or if you simply prefer not to manage a comment section. You can re-enable comments later if you change your mind.
Key Takeaways
- To turn off comments on a single post, click the three dots in the top right corner of the post, select "Turn off commenting", and confirm your choice.
- You can change your default comment settings in Privacy Settings so that new posts have comments turned off automatically, though you can still allow comments on individual posts if you want.
- Disabling comments on a post removes the ability for anyone to add new comments, but existing comments stay visible unless you delete them separately.
- On mobile, the process is the same: tap the three dots on the post and select the commenting option from the menu that appears.
How to disable comments on a single Facebook post
Open the post you want to change. Look for the three dots (sometimes called the "more" menu) in the top right corner of the post. Click or tap those three dots.
A menu will appear with several options. Select "Turn off commenting" or "Disable comments" — the exact wording depends on your Facebook version and device. Facebook will ask you to confirm. Click "Turn off commenting" again to finalize the change. Once you do, no one can add new comments to that post, though comments that were already there will remain visible.
If you change your mind later, you can turn comments back on by following the same steps and selecting "Turn on commenting" instead.
How to change your default comment settings for new posts
If you want most or all of your new posts to have comments disabled by default, you can adjust your privacy settings. On a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right corner of your Facebook page, then select "Settings and privacy" and then "Settings".
In the left menu, click "Privacy". Look for the section labeled "Who can comment on your posts?" and click the dropdown menu next to it. You'll see options like "Public", "Friends", or "Off". Select "Off" to disable comments on all new posts going forward. You can still allow comments on individual posts by changing that specific post's settings after you publish it.
On mobile, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right, scroll down to "Settings and privacy", tap "Settings", then tap "Privacy". Find "Who can comment on your posts?" and change it to "Off".
What happens to existing comments when you disable commenting
When you turn off comments on a post, any comments that were already there stay visible. Disabling comments only stops new comments from being added — it doesn't erase the old ones.
If you want to remove the existing comments as well, you'll need to delete them individually. Click the three dots on each comment and select "Delete". This is separate from disabling comments, so you have control over whether to keep the old discussion or clear it out.
Turning comments back on after you've disabled them
You can re-enable comments on a post at any time. Find the post, click the three dots, and select "Turn on commenting". The post will then accept new comments again, though any comments you deleted while commenting was off will not reappear.
If you've set your default to "Off" for all new posts and want to allow comments on a specific post, publish the post first, then click the three dots and select "Turn on commenting" for just that one. Your default setting won't change — only that individual post will allow comments.
Why you might want to disable comments
Disabling comments gives you control over the conversation around your posts. You might turn off comments if a post is attracting spam, if you've shared something personal and don't want feedback, or if a topic is generating arguments you don't want to moderate.
Some people disable comments on all posts as a preference — they want to share updates without managing a comment section. Others disable comments selectively on posts about politics, health, or other sensitive topics where disagreement tends to escalate quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can people still see my post if I disable comments?
Yes. Disabling comments only stops people from adding new comments — it doesn't hide the post or change who can see it. The post remains visible to whoever you shared it with, and they can still react to it with emoji, but they cannot type a comment.
If I disable comments, can I still reply to comments that were already there?
No. Once you disable comments, no one — including you — can add new comments or replies. Existing comments stay visible, but the comment section is closed to everyone.
Will people get notified if I turn off comments on their comment?
No. People won't receive a notification that you've disabled comments. They'll only notice if they try to reply to the post and see that commenting is turned off.
Can I disable comments on someone else's post?
No. You can only disable comments on posts you created. If someone else posted something and you don't want to see comments on it, you can hide the post or unfollow the person, but you cannot turn off their comments.
Does disabling comments affect shares of my post?
No. People can still share your post to their own timeline or in messages. When they share it, the shared version may have comments enabled depending on their own settings, but the original post will remain comment-disabled.