How to Change Profile Picture on Facebook Without Anyone Knowing
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Note: We will use Google Chrome and Android phone to demonstrate the steps in this guide. However, you can follow the same steps even if you use another web browser or an iOS device.
How to Update Your Facebook Profile Picture Without Posting
On Desktop
Step 1: Go toFacebookfrom your preferred browser and log into your account.
Step 2: Now, click on yourprofile iconfrom where you post.
Step 3: Click on yourprofile pictureand chooseUpdate profile picture.
Step 4: ChooseUpload photo.
Step 5: Choose the picture you want to upload from the File Explorer and clickOpen.
Step 6: Next, make the necessary adjustments to the photo and clickSave.
Now, go to your profile and look for the profile picture you posted in your timeline.
Step 7: Click theglobeicon (or friends icon) next to the date or time you posted the image.
Step 8: Choose theOnly meoption and clickSave.
Your profile picture has been hidden. It’s invisible to everyone else on Facebook, though you’ll still see it on your timeline.
Also Read:How to lock Facebook profile on mobile and web
On Mobile
Step 1: Launch theFacebook appand tap on theprofile iconat the top left of the screen.
Step 2: Again, tap on theprofile picture> chooseSelect profile picture.
You will be taken to the Select Photo screen.
Step 3: Scroll through your gallery and select thephotoyou want to use as a profile picture.
Step 4: Finally, uncheck the box forShare your update to News Feed, and tapSave.
There you go. You have updated your Facebook profile picture without posting it to the Newsfeed.
Also Read:How to turn off your birthday on Facebook
Change Your Profile Picture on Facebook and Hide From Your Timeline
Note: Hiding your profile picture means it won’t appear on your timeline. However, it will still be visible in other places, such as your profile, news feed, and when someone searches for you.
On Desktop
Step 1: Go toFacebookfrom your preferred browser and log into your account.
Step 2: Now, click on yourprofile iconfrom where you post.
Step 3: From your profile, click on yourprofile picture> chooseUpdate profile picture.
Step 4: ChooseUpload photo.
Step 5: Choose thepictureyou want to upload from File Explorer or Finder and clickOpen.
Once you see the Update profile picture pop-up, continue with the steps below.
Step 6: Make the necessary adjustments to the image and clickSave.
Now, go to your profile and look for the profile picture you posted in your timeline.
Step 7: Click thethree-dot iconat the top-right corner of the post and selectHide from profile.
There you go. You have successfully hidden your profile picture in your timeline.
On Mobile
Step 1: Launch theFacebook appand tap on theprofile iconat the top left corner of the screen.
Step 2: On the profile page, tap on theprofile picture, and from the bottom sheet, chooseSelect profile picture.
You will be taken to the Select Photo screen.
Step 3: Scroll through your gallery and select the photo you want to make your profile picture.
Step 4: Under Preview profile picture, add a description, adjust the image, and tapSave.
Now, go to your profile and look for the profile picture you posted on your timeline.
Step 5: Tap thethree-dot iconat the top right corner and selectHide from profile.
Note:You can alsochange your name on Facebook.
FAQs
By default, your Facebook profile picture is visible to the public, meaning anyone who visits your profile or comes across it can see it. However, you can adjust the privacy settings for your profile picture. You can limit its visibility to only your friends, a custom list of people, or even yourself.
Changing your profile picture on Facebook to Only Me means that only you can see the picture. By selecting this privacy option, your profile picture will not be visible to your friends, acquaintances, or anyone else on Facebook.
To change your profile picture specifically for Facebook Messenger, open theMessenger appon your device > tap on yourprofile pictureat the top left corner > tap onEditnext to your current profile picture > choose thesourceof your new profile picture > adjust the position and size of the picture as desired > tap onSaveto set your new profile picture on Messenger.It’s important to note that changing your profile picture on Messenger is separate from changing your profile picture on Facebook. Updating your profile picture on Messenger will only affect your Messenger profile, while changing it on the main Facebook platform will update your profile picture across Facebook and Messenger.
Considering a temporary change? Use Facebook’s temporary profile picture feature. Set an expiration date for your new picture, and it will automatically revert to your original one after a set time.
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Last updated on 30 May, 2024
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