If you’ve ever logged into Facebook and noticed someone posted something unexpected on your timeline, you’re not alone. While friends often mean well, not every post belongs on your personal profile. Luckily, Facebook gives you complete control over who can post to your timeline — or whether anyone can do it at all. In this short guide, I’ll show you how to stop others from posting on your Facebook timeline and keep your profile exactly how you want it.
Controlling your timeline helps you maintain your personal brand, privacy, and peace of mind. It’s especially useful for professionals, creators, or anyone managing a public-facing account.
Here’s how to do it:
1. Open Facebook Settings
Click your profile picture in the top-right corner and select Settings & Privacy → Settings.
2. Go to Profile and Tagging
In the left sidebar, choose Profile and Tagging. This section manages who can post, tag, and view your timeline activity.
3. Find the “Who can post on your profile?” Option
Under the “Profile” section, click Edit next to Who can post on your profile?
4. Change It to “Only Me”
By default, Facebook allows friends to post. Select Only Me to prevent anyone else from doing so.
5. Review Tagging Settings (Optional)
While you’re there, adjust “Who can see posts you’re tagged in?” and “Review tags people add.” Enabling tag review gives you final approval before anything appears on your timeline.
6. Test It Out
Ask a trusted friend to try posting to your profile. If you’ve set everything correctly, they won’t see the option anymore.
Pro Tips:
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Review your privacy settings regularly — Facebook updates its interface frequently.
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Use Timeline Review to manually approve posts you’re tagged in.
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For creators, this setting keeps your profile professional and uncluttered.
By restricting who can post on your timeline, you’re setting healthy boundaries while keeping your personal space online clean and controlled. It’s a simple step that protects your digital reputation and gives you complete peace of mind.