How to Unlink Facebook from Instagram
0Are you trying to unlink Facebook from Instagram but can't find the right settings? 🤔 Maybe you're wondering how to remove Facebook from Instagram because you don't want your posts and stories to sync automatically. Whatever the reason, this guide will show you how to disconnect Facebook from Instagram in just a few simple steps.
📌 Why Remove Facebook from Instagram?
If you're looking to stop Instagram from sharing with Facebook, here are some common reasons:
✅ You don’t want Instagram posts and stories to automatically appear on Facebook.
✅ You want to use Instagram independently without Facebook controlling your data.
✅ You're having issues with privacy and want to keep accounts separate.
✅ You don’t use Facebook anymore and want to remove it from Instagram.
✅ You have multiple Facebook accounts and want to remove one from Instagram.
No matter the reason, I’ll walk you through how to remove Facebook account from Instagram settings on both iPhone and Android! 📱✨
🚀 How to Unlink Facebook from Instagram (Step-by-Step Guide)
Method 1: Using Instagram Settings
1️⃣ Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
2️⃣ Tap the three lines (☰) menu in the top right corner.
3️⃣ Select Settings & Privacy Accounts Center.
4️⃣ Under Connected Experiences, tap Accounts.
5️⃣ Find your Facebook account and tap on it.
6️⃣ Choose Remove from Accounts Center and confirm your action.
🎉 Done! You’ve now disconnected Facebook from Instagram!
Method 2: Unlinking via Facebook
If Instagram doesn’t let you remove Facebook, try these steps:
1️⃣ Open the Facebook app and tap the menu (☰).
2️⃣ Go to Settings & Privacy Settings.
3️⃣ Scroll down to Accounts Center and tap it.
4️⃣ Select Connected Accounts and find Instagram.
5️⃣ Tap Remove and confirm.
This method ensures Facebook and Instagram are fully unlinked from both platforms! 🚫🔗
📍 How to Stop Instagram from Sharing to Facebook Without Removing the Link
If you don’t want to fully remove Facebook but want to stop Instagram posts from going to Facebook, follow these steps:
1️⃣ Open Instagram and go to Settings & Privacy.
2️⃣ Tap Accounts Center Sharing Across Profiles.
3️⃣ Find Facebook under "Share From" and tap it.
4️⃣ Toggle off Story Sharing and Post Sharing.
Now, Instagram won’t automatically share posts and stories to Facebook! 🎉
💡 What Happens After You Remove Facebook from Instagram?
When you disconnect Facebook from Instagram, here’s what changes:
✅ Your Instagram posts won’t appear on Facebook automatically.
✅ You won’t be able to log into Instagram using Facebook anymore.
✅ Facebook won’t suggest Instagram friends based on your Facebook contacts.
✅ Your Instagram and Facebook messages stay separate (no cross-platform messaging).
✅ Your Instagram and Facebook accounts remain active separately—this does NOT delete your accounts!
⚠️ Important: If you use Facebook to log into Instagram, make sure you have a backup login method (like email or phone number) before removing Facebook!
❌ Can't Unlink Facebook from Instagram? Try These Fixes!
If you see an error or Instagram won't let you unlink Facebook, try these solutions:
🔹 Update Instagram and Facebook – Some features require the latest version.
🔹 Log out and log back in – Refresh your account settings.
🔹 Use a browser – Try unlinking from Facebook.com instead of the app.
🔹 Check for multiple accounts – You might be logged into the wrong Instagram account.
🔹 Contact Instagram Support – If nothing works, report the issue to Instagram Help Center.
Still having trouble? Comment below, and I’ll try to help! 👇😊
🔄 How to Reconnect Facebook to Instagram (If You Change Your Mind)
Want to reconnect Facebook to Instagram after unlinking? Here’s how:
1️⃣ Open Instagram and go to Settings & Privacy.
2️⃣ Tap Accounts Center Add Accounts.
3️⃣ Select Facebook and log in.
4️⃣ Confirm the connection and choose what to share (posts, stories, etc.).
Now your Instagram and Facebook are linked again! 🎉
📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Can I remove Facebook from Instagram on iPhone?
✔️ Yes! The steps are the same for iPhone and Android—just go to Accounts Center and remove Facebook.
❓ How do I remove Facebook login from Instagram?
✔️ You need to unlink Facebook from Instagram and make sure you have a backup login method (email or phone).
❓ Why can’t I unlink Facebook from Instagram?
✔️ If you see an error, try updating the app, logging out and back in, or unlinking via Facebook.com.
❓ Will removing Facebook delete my Instagram account?
✔️ No! Your Instagram account remains active—only the link to Facebook is removed.
❓ Can I still message Facebook friends on Instagram after unlinking?
✔️ No, once Facebook is unlinked, the cross-messaging feature will no longer work.
❓ Does removing Facebook stop Instagram from suggesting Facebook friends?
✔️ Yes! Instagram won’t use Facebook contacts for friend suggestions anymore.