Yo! It’s your boy Tweaks PH here to guide you through a crucial privacy tweak—how to stop Facebook from accessing your phone contacts. Did you know that Facebook can sync and save your contacts without you realizing it? If you want to keep your personal data private, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into this easy yet effective guide to disable contact syncing on Facebook.
Why Does Facebook Sync Your Contacts?
Facebook syncs your contacts to help you connect with friends and suggest people you might know. While this can be helpful, it can also compromise your privacy. By syncing, Facebook uploads phone numbers, names, and even email addresses from your phone. If this concerns you, turning off contact sync is a must!
Step-by-Step Guide to Stop Facebook Contact Syncing
Follow these steps to stop Facebook from accessing your contacts:
1. Open the Facebook App
Launch the Facebook app on your phone.
2. Go to Settings & Privacy
Click the three-line menu (hamburger icon) on the top-right corner (Android) or bottom-right (iOS). Scroll down and tap Settings & Privacy, then select Settings.
3. Find ‘Upload Contacts’
Under the Permissions section, locate Upload Contacts.
4. Turn Off Contact Upload
Toggle off the setting for uploading contacts. This stops Facebook from syncing your phone contacts in the future.
5. Remove Previously Synced Contacts
To remove contacts that were already synced:
- Go to www.facebook.com/contacts in your browser.
- Log in to your account.
- Click Delete All Contacts to remove all previously uploaded contacts.
Video Tutorial Available
If you prefer to watch a step-by-step video guide, check out my tutorial here: https://tweaksph.com/how-to-stop-facebook-from-accessing-your-contacts or watch here:
Why It’s Important to Stop Contact Syncing
- Privacy Concerns: Your contacts contain sensitive information.
- Avoid Unwanted Friend Suggestions: Facebook’s algorithm can overreach.
- Better Control of Your Data: Keep your personal life private.
Disclaimer
This tutorial is for educational purposes only. Adjusting Facebook settings might affect app features such as friend suggestions and syncing functionality. You are responsible for any changes made.
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