Removing a Facebook tag: how to do it

Tags are a popular way to display shared activities and photos on Facebook. But sometimes you don't necessarily want to be tagged in a photo or post. In this case, the social media platform provides you with a suitable feature to remove the tag.

Facebook tags are a handy tool, but not always desirable.

Facebook: Remove tagging in a few steps

Facebook is still one of the most popular social media platforms in the world. If you have posted a post or a photo, you can tag other users on it. If you have been tagged, you usually do not have to be asked. However, if you do not want to be tagged, you have the option to remove it afterwards.

1. Open the "Activity Log" if you cannot find the post or photo directly on your home page. In this case, click on "Photo" or "Post" on the left.
2. Now you can see all the photos where you have been tagged. Call up the photo or post on which you were marked.
3. Then click on the icon with the three stars in the top right corner.
4. Then select "Remove markers".
5. Confirm your selection again with "Ok".

The marker is removed immediately and you are no longer findable via this way. Tip: If you upload photos yourself and want to mark your friends on it, ask for safety before whether this is also desired. This way you can easily avoid discrepancies.