The basic steps to post in a Facebook group

To post in a Facebook group, open the group, find the text box at the top that says "What's on your mind?" or "Write something...", type or paste your message, and tap or click Post. The post then appears in the group's feed where other members can see it, comment on it, and react to it with emoji.

If you want to add a photo, video, or link, look for the icons next to the text box — usually a camera icon for images, a video icon for video, or a link icon. Click the icon, select your file or paste your URL, then post as normal. Facebook will show a preview of what you're sharing before you publish.

Your post will only appear in groups where you are a member. If you try to post in a group and see no text box, you may not be a member yet, or the group's settings may prevent you from posting — some groups require approval before new members can post.

Key Takeaways

  • Posts appear in the group feed when ready after you click Post, and all group members can see them unless the group is private or secret.
  • You can add photos, videos, or links by clicking the icons next to the text box before you post.
  • Some groups require a moderator to approve your post before it shows up, which can take minutes to hours depending on how active the moderators are.
  • If you cannot see a text box in a group, you are either not a member or the group has restricted posting to certain members only.

What happens after you post

Once your post goes live, group members can comment on it, react with emoji (like, love, haha, wow, sad, angry), and share it outside the group. You will see a notification if someone comments or reacts, and you can reply to comments directly in the thread.

Group moderators can delete your post if it breaks the group's rules. Most groups have a pinned set of rules at the top — read them before posting to avoid having your post removed. If a moderator deletes your post, you will usually get a message explaining why, though not always.

Your post stays in the group feed until you delete it yourself or a moderator removes it. Unlike stories, which disappear after 24 hours, group posts remain visible indefinitely unless you choose to hide or delete them.

Posting photos and videos in groups

To post a photo, click the camera icon next to the text box, select one or more images from your device, and Facebook will show you a preview. You can add a caption, tag people in the photo, or adjust privacy settings before posting. Multiple photos will appear as an album that members can scroll through.

For video, click the video icon, upload a file from your device, and add a title or description. Facebook will process the video — this can take a few seconds to a few minutes depending on the file size. While it processes, you can write a caption or leave the text box empty and post the video alone.

Both photos and videos can be edited after posting. Click the three dots on your post and select "Edit post" to change the caption, add or remove tags, or adjust who can see it. The original upload time stays the same even after you edit.

Sharing links and articles in groups

To share a link, paste the URL into the text box or click the link icon. Facebook will fetch a preview showing the headline, description, and thumbnail image from the webpage. Review the preview to make sure it looks right, add your own comment if you want, then post.

If the preview does not show up, the website may block Facebook from reading it, or the link may be broken. Try pasting the URL again or checking that you copied the full address. Some shortened links (like bit.ly) may not preview properly in groups.

You can add text before or after the link — for example, "Check this out" or "Thought this was interesting." The link preview will appear below your text when members view the post.

Groups that require post approval

Some groups have a setting that makes all new posts wait for moderator review before showing up. When you post in one of these groups, you will see a message saying your post is pending approval. Other members cannot see it yet.

Moderators usually review pending posts within a few hours, but it can take longer if they are not active. If your post breaks the group's rules, a moderator will reject it and may send you a message explaining why. If it follows the rules, they will approve it and it will appear in the feed.

You can delete a pending post anytime before it is approved. Go to your post, click the three dots, and select "Delete." Once a moderator approves it, you can still delete it later if you change your mind.

Troubleshooting: when you cannot post

If you do not see a text box in a group, check first that you are actually a member. Go to the group's main page and look for a "Join Group" button — if you see it, you are not a member yet. Click it to request to join (some groups require approval, others add you when ready).

If you are a member but still cannot post, the group may have restricted posting to certain members — for example, only admins, or only members who have been in the group for 30 days. Read the group's pinned rules or send a message to a moderator asking why you cannot post.

If you were able to post before but cannot now, a moderator may have removed your posting rights as a penalty for breaking rules. Check your messages for a notification from the group, or contact a moderator directly to ask.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit or delete a post after I post it?

Yes. Click the three dots on your post and select "Edit post" to change the text, caption, or tags. Select "Delete" to remove it entirely. Deleted posts cannot be recovered, and other members will no longer see them.

What if I post something by accident?

Delete it when ready by clicking the three dots and selecting "Delete." If other members have already commented or reacted, they will see that the post was deleted, but the comments will disappear too. The faster you delete, the fewer people will have seen it.

Can I post the same thing in multiple groups?

Yes, you can post identical content in different groups. However, most groups have rules against spam or repetitive posting, so check each group's rules first. Posting the same link or message in many groups at once may get you removed from some of them.

Do group members see my name when I post?

Yes. Your name and profile picture appear with every post you make in a group. Group members can click your name to visit your profile (unless you have restricted who can see it). Posts are not anonymous.

What if a moderator deletes my post?

You will usually get a message explaining why, though some moderators do not send one. Review the group's rules and avoid posting similar content. If you believe the deletion was unfair, you can message a moderator to ask, but they have the final say.