How to Stop Seeing Reels in the Facebook App
Facebook reels are short videos that are similar to what you see on TikTok or Instagram. While there’s no way to completely remove reels from the Facebook app, you can cut down on the amount you see. Here’s what to do to hide them so that you see fewer of them.
In the Facebook app, scroll down until you find the Reels and short videos section. Tap the ellipsis next to the title. Tap Hide. You should now see fewer reels on the Facebook app.
How to Stop Autoplaying Videos in the Facebook App
If you simply don’t want reels autoplaying in the Facebook app, here’s how to disable the feature so you need to click on one to view it.
In the Facebook app, tap Menu. Scroll down and tap Settings & privacy. Tap Settings. Tap Media. Tap Never Autoplay video to disable autoplay.
How to Stop Seeing Reels on Facebook
The Facebook website doesn’t currently show Reels, with the feature currently an app exclusive. However, with a growing amount of video content on the site, here’s how to stop videos (including reels if they are introduced) from autoplaying via your web browser.
On the Facebook site, click your profile image in the top right corner. Click Settings & privacy. Click Settings. Scroll down and click Videos. Next to Autoplay videos, click On. Click Off to switch off autoplay so that reels don’t automatically play.
How to Remove Reels From Your Own Facebook Account
If you want to disable your own Reels so they don’t appear on Facebook along with everyone else’s, the process is quite simple. This will change the setting so Reels are only seen by your friends.
In the Facebook app, tap More. Tap Settings & privacy. Tap Settings. Scroll down and tap Reels. Tap the options you feel most comfortable with. Most users will want to switch off allowing others to share their reels, as well as limit the audience to Friends.
