Sometimes you don’t want a discussion on a post.

Maybe it’s a sensitive topic.
Maybe spam comments started.
Maybe you just want to share something without debate.

But here’s where people get confused:

Facebook does not offer the same comment controls everywhere.

The option depends on whether your post is:

• On a personal profile
• Inside a Facebook Group
• On a Facebook Page

This guide explains exactly what you can and cannot do in each case – step by step.

Can You Completely Turn Off Comments on Facebook?

Short answer: It depends.

• Personal Profile → You can restrict who comments, but not fully disable it in all cases.
• Facebook Group → Admins can completely turn off commenting.
• Facebook Page → No full “disable comments” switch, but moderation tools exist.

Now, let’s break each one down clearly.

1. How to Restrict Comments on a Personal Facebook Profile

Facebook does not provide a universal “Turn off comments” button for normal profile posts.

However, you can limit who is allowed to comment.

On Mobile (Android / iPhone)

1. Open Facebook
2. Find your post
3. Tap the three dots (⋯) in the top-right corner
4. Tap “Who can comment on your post?”
5. Choose one of these:
   • Public
   • Friends
   • Profiles and Pages you mention

If you select “Profiles and Pages you mention,” only tagged accounts can comment.

This is the closest option to disabling comments on a personal profile.

On Desktop

1. Go to your profile
2. Find the post
3. Click the three dots (⋯)
4. Select “Who can comment on your post?”
5. Choose your preferred restriction

Note:
This option appears mainly on public posts. If your post privacy is set to “Friends only,” comment control options may be limited.

Important: What Happens to Existing Comments?

Changing comment settings:

• Stops new comments (based on your selection)
• Does NOT remove existing comments
• Does NOT notify anyone

If you want old comments removed, you must delete them manually.

Also Read: How to Unhide a Post on Facebook (Step-by-Step Guide for Mobile & Desktop)

2. How to Fully Disable Comments in a Facebook Group

This is where Facebook gives full control.

If you are a group admin or moderator:

Steps:

1. Go to the group post
2. Click the three dots (⋯)
3. Select “Turn off commenting.”

Once turned off:

• The comment box disappears
• No new comments can be added
• Existing comments remain visible

Only admins and moderators can use this feature.

Regular group members cannot disable comments.

3. Can You Disable Comments on a Facebook Page Post?

This is where most users get frustrated.

Facebook Pages do not have a direct “Turn off comments” option for individual posts.

Instead, page admins can:

• Hide specific comments
• Delete comments
• Block users
• Use comment filters
• Set moderation rules

How to Moderate Page Comments

1. Open your Page
2. Go to Settings
3. Open “Privacy” or “Moderation”
4. Add blocked words
5. Enable profanity filter

This prevents certain comments from appearing publicly.

But you cannot completely disable commenting on a Page post the same way you can in a group.

Why Doesn’t Facebook Allow Full Comment Disabling on Pages?

Facebook prioritizes engagement on Pages.

Pages are designed for interaction, which is why a total comment shutdown option isn’t provided for individual posts.

Groups, however, are community-controlled – so admins get stronger control tools.

How to Stop One Specific Person from Commenting

If you only want to stop one person:

Option 1:
Block them completely.

Option 2:
Change post privacy to exclude them.

Option 3:
Adjust Timeline & Tagging settings.

Blocking prevents them from seeing and interacting with your posts entirely.

Why Don’t I See the “Who Can Comment” Option?

Common reasons:

• The post is not public
• You’re viewing from a business Page
• The app is outdated
• Temporary interface glitch

Fixes:

• Update the Facebook app
• Refresh the page
• Try the desktop version
• Check post privacy settings

Sometimes Facebook tests UI changes, so options may move slightly.

Can You Disable Comments on Old Posts?

Yes – but only if the post is public and on your personal profile.

Go to the post → tap three dots → adjust “Who can comment.”

For group posts, admins can disable commenting anytime.

For Pages, you can only moderate manually.

Does Facebook Notify People When You Disable Comments?

No.

People are not notified if:

• You restrict commenting
• You turn off comments in a group
• You delete their comment

Everything happens quietly.

Quick Comparison (Profile vs Group vs Page)

Personal Profile

• Can restrict commenters
• Cannot universally disable in all cases

Facebook Group

• Admins can fully turn off comments

Facebook Page

• Cannot fully disable
• Can moderate or filter

Final Thoughts

Facebook comment control depends entirely on where your post is published.

If you’re using:

Personal Profile → Restrict commenters
Group → Admin can fully disable
Page → Use moderation tools

There is no single universal “disable comments everywhere” button on Facebook.

Once you understand this structure, the confusion disappears.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I completely disable comments on a personal Facebook post?

Not completely in all cases. You can restrict who is allowed to comment, but Facebook does not provide a full disable option for regular profile posts.

2. Why can’t I turn off comments on my Facebook Page post?

Facebook Pages do not allow full comment disabling on individual posts. You can only hide, delete, or filter comments using moderation settings.

3. Can group admins disable comments permanently?

Yes. Group admins and moderators can turn off commenting on any group post at any time.

4. Will people know if I disable comments?

No. Facebook does not send notifications when comments are restricted or disabled.

5. Can I stop one specific person from commenting?

Yes. You can block the person or adjust privacy settings to prevent them from interacting with your posts.

Written by Rank Morpho Team
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