A social networking service for connecting with people, groups and pages.
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Overview
Facebook is a social networking service where people create profiles, connect with friends and family, share updates, and join communities around interests, events, and brands. It is used by individuals, creators, organizations, and businesses to publish content and stay in touch with their audience.
The service centers on a feed of posts, photos, videos, messages, groups, pages, and events. People use it to follow updates, organize communities, discover content, and communicate through integrated messaging tools such as Messenger.
Facebook also supports business and public-facing use through Pages, ad creation, and tools for managing a presence on the platform. It is part of Meta’s wider ecosystem, which includes Instagram, Threads, WhatsApp, and other products.
Access is available through the web and mobile apps, and account sign-up is required for many core features. The platform is offered in many languages and is available internationally, with some features varying by region and account type.
What Facebook offers
- Profiles and friend connections
- News feed and sharing
- Groups, pages, and events
- Messaging with Messenger
- Business and ad tools
- Founded
- 2004
- Platforms
- Web, iOS and Android
- Languages
- Many languages
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Frequently asked questions
What is Facebook used for?
Facebook is used for social networking, sharing posts and media, joining groups, following pages, and messaging other people.
Is Facebook free to use?
Yes, creating an account and using the core social features is free. Some business tools, such as advertising, are paid.
How do I contact Facebook support?
Support is mainly available through help pages, account recovery tools, and contact options in the platform’s help and privacy centers.
What are some alternatives to Facebook?
Common alternatives include Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Reddit, depending on whether you want social networking, communities, or content sharing.