Posting to a group is different from posting to your timeline
When you post to a Facebook group, the post goes to that group's page, not your personal timeline. Everyone in the group sees it — not just your friends. The group's settings control who can see the post, whether comments are allowed, and whether the group moderator has to approve it before it appears.
This matters because a post in a group is semi-public within that group's membership. If the group is closed or secret, only members see it. If the group is public, anyone on Facebook can find and read it, even if they are not in the group yet. Before you post, check the group's privacy level — usually shown near the group name at the top of the page.
Key Takeaways
- Posts in a group appear on the group's page, not your timeline, and are visible to all group members based on the group's privacy settings.
- To post, find the text box at the top of the group page that says "What's on your mind?" and type your message, then click Post.
- Some groups require moderator approval before your post appears, which can take minutes to hours depending on how active the moderators are.
- Group posts can include photos, videos, links, and polls using the icons below the text box.
- Once posted, group members can comment and react, and the post stays on the group page unless you or a moderator delete it.
Finding the text box and typing your post
Open the group and look at the top of the page. You will see a text box that says "What's on your mind?" or "Write something..." Click inside it. Type your message the same way you would on your timeline.
If you want to add a photo, video, link, or poll, look for the small icons below the text box — usually a camera icon for photos, a video icon, a link icon, and sometimes a poll icon. Click the one you need, then follow the prompts to upload or paste what you want to share.
What happens after you click Post
If the group has no approval requirement, your post appears when ready on the group page. Everyone in the group can see it right away and start commenting or reacting with emoji.
If the group requires moderator approval, you will see a message saying your post is pending or awaiting approval. The post does not appear on the group page yet. A moderator has to review it first. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on how often the moderators check the group. Some groups have very active moderators who approve posts within minutes; others may take a day or longer.
Controlling who sees your post within the group
When you post to a group, you cannot choose to hide it from certain group members. Everyone in the group sees it, or no one does — there is no in-between. The only exception is if a moderator deletes your post or if the group's privacy settings change.
If you want to send a message to one person in the group privately, do not post it to the group. Instead, use Facebook Messenger to send them a direct message. That way only they see it.
Adding photos, videos, and links to your group post
Click the camera icon to add a photo from your phone or computer. You can upload one photo or multiple photos at once. Facebook will show you a preview before you post.
Click the video icon to upload a video file. Videos take longer to upload than photos, so be patient. You can also paste a link to a YouTube video or other website, and Facebook will usually show a preview of it in your post.
Click the link icon to paste a URL. Facebook will grab the title, description, and thumbnail image from that webpage and display them in your post. This makes the link easier for other group members to see and click.
What group members can do with your post
Once your post is live, other group members can comment on it, react with emoji (like, love, haha, wow, sad, angry), and sometimes share it to their own timeline. The group moderator can also delete your post or pin it to the top of the group page so it stays visible longer.
You can edit or delete your own post anytime by clicking the three dots in the corner of your post and selecting Edit or Delete. If you delete it, it disappears from the group page and no one can see it anymore.
Why your post might not appear or might be removed
If your post does not appear after several hours, the moderator may have rejected it. This usually happens if the post breaks the group's rules — for example, if it is spam, contains hate speech, or is off-topic. Check the group's description or pinned posts to see what kinds of posts are allowed.
Some groups have automatic filters that catch posts with certain words or links and hold them for review. If this happens, you will see a message explaining it. You can try reposting with different wording, or you can message a moderator to ask why your post was held.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I post to a group if I am not a member?
No. You must join the group first. If the group is public, you can request to join and a moderator will usually approve you within hours. If the group is closed or secret, you need an existing member to invite you.
Will my group post show up on my friends' timelines?
No. Group posts only appear on the group page, not on your personal timeline or your friends' feeds. Your friends will only see it if they are also in the group and visit the group page.
Can I schedule a post to go live later?
Not in most groups. Facebook allows you to schedule posts to your own timeline, but group posts usually go live when ready when you click Post (or when a moderator approves them). Check your group's settings or ask a moderator if scheduling is turned on.
What if I want to delete a post I already made?
Click the three dots in the top right corner of your post and select Delete. The post will be removed from the group page when ready. Group members will no longer be able to see it or comment on it.
Can I post to a group on my phone?
Yes. Open the Facebook app, find the group, and look for the text box at the top. The steps are the same as on a computer. You can add photos and videos from your phone's camera roll the same way.