In this age of today, everyone uses Facebook. Although the use of Facebook had reduced a lot after coming on WhatsApp, but the specialty of Facebook was that you can easily befriend with new people. whereas on WhatsApp you will need the mobile number of people or else you cannot make friendship. But there is a risk of misuse of your profile picture on Facebook. Currently released new feature in Facebook. Under this, you can lock your profile picture. Using Facebook's feature, you can ban the incorrect use of your picture.
How to lock Facebook profile
If you want to lock your Facebook profile then complete this process.
- Login to your Facebook account ( app)
- Click on three lines at the right side of Facebook app
- Click on see your profile
- Then you will see a picture of this way
- Then you have to click on the three-point option
- Choose lock profile
- And again click on lock your profile
How to unlock your Facebook profile when needed
The process of unlocking Facebook profile is similar to the process of locking, after locking you will see the unlock menu at the same place, you will be able to unlock your Facebook profile easily using that menu.
How does locking your Facebook profile affect your privacy?
After locking Facebook profile, the following changes in your privacy are as follows
- Only your friends can see your post and timeline
- Only your friends can see your profile and cover photo in a good way
- Public will be able to see posts made by you in group or market place.
- Your friend's friends will be able to check your profile (last 5 activities)
- After you lock your profile, new and old pictures and other things posted by you will be shared only with friends, ie these privacy will be applied on your Facebook.
How to stay safe on Facebook
To stay safe on Facebook, here are some most important steps and practices you can follow:
1. Strong password:
Choose a long unique and complex password for your Facebook account with alphabets, numbers and special keys. Avoid using easy information as your date of birth .
2. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA):
Always enable the two factor authentication for your Facebook account. This provides an extra layer of security by requiring a second verification step while logging or changing devices . example if you want to login at any public cafe while try to login a message will sent to registered number.
3. Be cautious with Unknown friend requests:
Only accept friend requests from people you know , mutual friends or trust. Beware of requests from strangers or suspicious-looking accounts with different types of information shared on their profiles.
4. Adjust your profile privacy settings:
Secure your privacy default settings to secure standard setting . Change your privacy settings about who can see your posts, personal information ( date of birth and contact info), and profile photos . Limit your profile visibility and posts to your friendly audience .
5. Be mindful of what you share:
Never share personal information, such as mobile number, physical address, or financial information, publicly on Facebook.
6. review your activity log:
Always Check your activity log to know what information you have shared, your comments, and your interactions with other Facebook users. You can hide any content that you no longer wish to be visible on your Facebook.
7. Beware of phishing attempts:
Be cautious of suspicious links or messages sent to your inbox, even if they appear to be from friends or mutual friends. Do not open on unknown Permalink or provide personal information in response to unknown or known persons.
8. Keep your device and browser secure: Install and regularly update antivirus software or malware on your computer or smartphone. Keep your device os , internet browser, and Facebook official app up to date with the latest security patches.
9. Be selective with third-party apps:
Be aware when giving permissions to third-party apps that request access to your Facebook profile . Review the permissions requested by the app and only authorize apps from trusted sources.
10. Report and block suspicious accounts:
If you come across accounts that engage in harmful or suspicious activities, report them to Facebook team. Additionally, consider blocking such accounts to prevent any further interaction in future.
Remember, staying safe on Facebook requires ongoing vigilance and awareness. Regularly review your settings, be mindful of your interactions, and stay informed about the latest security practices and updates from Facebook officilals.
Official address to get all the information related to your Facebook privacy
Not only Facebook, but the privacy of every company changes. If you want, you can get information about the latest privacy policy of Facebook. You can check all the information by visiting the terms and conditions page of the official Facebook.
Conclusion
If you want to keep your profile pic safe, that is, you want your profile picture not to be misused or downloaded, then you should use this feature by using this feature you can limit your profile. And if you are a woman then you must use it because your pictures are misused in many types of cybercrime.
