Quick answer
If Meta removed it, you’ll usually get a notification, and the removal appears in the Facebook app under Profile status > Issues with your content > Content removed. Meta may add a strike. Strikes expire after one year, and the first one is usually a warning. If you think Meta got it wrong, open the removed post there and ask for a review. Meta says if it finds a mistake, it restores the content and removes the strike. If your post vanished from a group without a Meta notice, an admin may have declined or removed it, or it may still be in Pending posts.
Does this match what you see?
- You got a notification that your post, comment, photo or story goes against the Community Standards.
- A post or comment has disappeared from your profile or a group.
- Profile status shows Content removed with a count and a date.
- Your group post never appeared, or says it’s pending.
- You’re worried a removal will get your account restricted or disabled.
iPhone & iPadAndroidComputer (browser)
Profile status was checked in the Facebook app for Android. Meta’s Transparency Center calls the same place Account Status. Button wording for reviews can differ between versions.
Why this happens: the possible causes
Start by working out who removed the post.
| What you see | Who removed it | Go to |
|---|---|---|
| A notification that it goes against the Community Standards | Meta | Fix 1 |
| Content removed is listed in Profile status | Meta | Fix 2 |
| Group post missing, no notice from Facebook | Possibly a group admin, or it’s still pending | Fix 3 |
| Posts you didn’t write were removed | Meta, but someone else may be using your account | Fix 4 |
- Meta decided it broke a Community StandardCheck this first
Meta says it removes content that goes against its Community Standards, and it may apply a strike depending on how severe the content is, the context, and when it was posted. Meta usually notifies you when it removes content.
- A group admin declined or removed itCheck this first
Group admins can require approval before posts appear, decline pending posts, and use Admin Assist to decline posts automatically. That’s the admin’s decision, not a Meta strike.
- Your post is still waiting for approvalPossible
In groups with post approval on, your post sits in Pending posts until an admin or moderator approves it.
- It was a mistakePossible
Meta says that if it finds it made a mistake, it restores the content and removes the strike and any restriction.
Try these 60-second checks first
- Check your notifications for a message from Facebook about the post.
- Open Profile status in the Facebook app and look under Issues with your content.
- For a group post, check whether the group shows your post as pending.
How to fix it, step by step
Work through these in order. They start with the quickest, safest checks and only move to steps that sign you out or remove data later.
Fix 1: See what was removed, and why, in Profile status
Meta says your history of removals, and some restrictions and how long they last, are shown in your account’s status. That tells you exactly which post was removed and whether anything else changed.
- In the Facebook app, tap your profile photo > ⋯ (top right) > Profile Settings.
- In the More options section, tap Profile status.
- Under Issues with your content, tap Content removed. On the phone we checked, it showed how many items were removed, with a date.
- Open an item for more detail. It may show which post it was and the rule Meta cites.
- The top of Profile status, and Profile features, may also show a restriction that came with it.
Meta also says to check your Support Inbox (facebook.com/settings?tab=support) for more information about decisions that affect you.
Did it work? You know which post was removed, the rule given, and whether any feature is restricted.
Did Fix 1 solve it?
Great, you fixed it with Fix 1. Tell us it worked, or bookmark this page in case it happens again.
Fix 2: Think Meta got it wrong? Ask for a review
Meta says it doesn’t always get it right, and usually offers the chance to request a review of decisions you disagree with. If it finds it made a mistake, it lets you know and restores the content.
iPhone & iPad
- Tap Menu (top left; on iPad, bottom right), then your profile name.
- Tap Options, then Profile Status.
- Open the message about taking down the content.
- If you see the option, tap Request review.
Android
- Tap Menu, then your profile name. Meta’s steps put Menu at the top left; on the Android phone we checked, it was at the top right.
- Tap Options, then Profile Status. (On the phone we checked, Profile status was also under ⋯ > Profile Settings > More options.)
- Open the message about taking down the content.
- If you see the option, tap Request review.
Computer (browser)
- Click your profile picture in the top right of Facebook, then your profile name.
- Click Options, then Profile Status.
- Open the message Meta sent you about taking down the content.
- If you see the option, click Request review.
Meta says some types of content don’t offer a review, and during busy periods it may not be able to review all requests, but it will keep you updated on the status. After a review you get a notification saying whether the content is back or the decision was confirmed. Never pay anyone who claims they can get a post or strike removed: that’s a scam. See account recovery scams.
Did it work? You get a notification that the post is restored, or that the decision was confirmed.
Did Fix 2 solve it?
Great, you fixed it with Fix 2. Tell us it worked, or bookmark this page in case it happens again.
Fix 3: Group post missing? Check pending posts and the group’s rules
Group admins control what appears in their groups. If there’s no notice from Facebook, the post was most likely held, declined or removed inside the group, not by Meta.
- Open the group and check whether your post shows as pending. Admins can require approval before posts appear, and if they turned on Approve edits, edited posts go back to pending too.
- In public groups, admins can also require approval before members or visitors post or comment for the first time.
- Read the group’s rules. Admins can decline posts and give feedback. Admin Assist can decline posts automatically when they meet criteria the admins choose.
- If you think an admin made a mistake, ask them politely. Meta’s review process covers Meta’s decisions, not an admin’s choice.
- If you can’t post in the group at all, see Can’t post in a Facebook group.
Did it work? Your post is approved, or you know the group’s reason for declining it.
Did Fix 3 solve it?
Great, you fixed it with Fix 3. Tell us it worked, or bookmark this page in case it happens again.
Fix 4: Content you didn’t post was removed? Secure your account
Removals for posts you didn’t write usually mean someone else can use your account. Act quickly, before more content is posted in your name.
- Change your password and tick Log out of other devices: Accounts Center > Password and security > Change password.
- Check Where you’re logged in and remove devices you don’t recognize, then turn on two-factor authentication.
- Ask for a review of the removed content (Fix 2). If there’s a box to explain, say it was posted without your permission.
- If you can’t log in, or your email or phone was changed, follow Facebook hacked.
Did it work? Only your devices are logged in, and no new content is being removed.
Did Fix 4 solve it?
Great, you fixed it with Fix 4. Tell us it worked, or bookmark this page in case it happens again.
Does a removed post count as a strike?
Not always. These rules come from Meta’s Transparency Center:
- Meta may apply a strike when it removes content, depending on its severity, context and when it was posted.
- For most violations, the first strike is a warning.
- Most content posted more than 90 days before it was reviewed doesn’t get a strike. For more severe violations the window is four years.
- Some removals never get a strike. One example is sharing your own financial information, which Meta removes to protect you from fraud.
- If Meta removes several pieces of your content at once, without notifying you about each one, they may count as a single strike.
- All strikes on Facebook and Instagram expire after one year.
- Strikes on posts in a Page or group you manage may also count against that Page or group.
More strikes bring longer limits, starting with features such as posting in groups. For the full ladder and how long each limit lasts, see Facebook jail: restricted account.
Still disagree after the review? The Oversight Board
Meta says that if it reviewed your content and you still don’t agree, you may be able to appeal to the Oversight Board (external site, opens in a new tab). Not all decisions are eligible, and the board only selects a certain number of eligible appeals, so it may not take yours.
The board is a separate body. Meta links to its website, oversightboard.com (external site, opens in a new tab), for more about how it works.
Avoid the next removal
- Read the rule named in the removal notice. The Community Standards (external site, opens in a new tab) explain each policy.
- Don’t repost the same content unchanged after it was removed.
- In groups, read the group’s rules as well. Admins can decline posts that Meta would allow.
- Keep your account secure with two-factor authentication, so nobody posts in your name.
Error messages and what they mean
Typical wording people report. The exact message varies between versions and languages, so match the meaning.
Your post goes against our Community Standards- What it usually means
- Meta removed the post. It may also have added a strike.
Your comment goes against our Community Standards- What it usually means
- Same as above, for a comment.
- What to do
- Fix 1
Your post is pending- What it usually means
- A group admin or moderator needs to approve it first.
- What to do
- Fix 3
You can’t post right now / You’re restricted- What it usually means
- A restriction was added, often after several strikes.
- What to do
- See Facebook jail.
How to know it worked
- You know whether Meta or a group admin removed the post.
- You’ve checked Profile status for strikes and restrictions.
- You’ve asked for a review, if you think Meta made a mistake.
Still not working? Your next steps
- If you’re now blocked from posting or commenting, see Facebook jail: restricted account.
- If your whole account was suspended or disabled, see Account disabled or suspended.
- If a Page you manage had content removed, see Facebook Page restricted.
Official help routes
SocialAppFix can’t see or change your account. For account decisions, recovery and appeals, only the platform’s own tools can help. These links go to the official sites.
- Facebook Help: disagree with a takedownFacebook Help Center (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Meta Transparency Center: counting strikesMeta Transparency Center (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Meta Transparency Center: restricting accountsMeta Transparency Center (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Facebook Help: why you can’t post in a groupFacebook Help Center (external site, opens in a new tab)
Frequently asked questions
Why did Facebook remove my post?
Meta says it removes content that goes against its Community Standards. The notification, and Profile status > Content removed, may show the rule it cites. In a group, an admin may have declined or removed it instead.
Does every removed post give me a strike?
No. Meta may apply a strike depending on severity, context and when the content was posted. Most content older than 90 days doesn’t get one, and some removals, such as your own financial information, never do.
How long do Facebook strikes last?
Meta says all strikes on Facebook and Instagram expire after one year.
How do I disagree with Facebook’s decision?
Go to your profile name > Options > Profile Status, open Meta’s message about the takedown, and tap Request review if it’s shown. Meta restores the content if it finds a mistake, and you get a notification either way.
Can I appeal to the Oversight Board?
Possibly. Meta says that after its own review you may be able to appeal to the Oversight Board, but not all decisions are eligible and the board only picks some appeals.
My group post disappeared but Facebook didn’t tell me anything. Why?
A group admin may have declined or removed it, or it may still be pending approval. Check the group’s pending posts and rules, or ask an admin.
Can someone remove a strike for me if I pay?
No. Reviews are free and happen inside Facebook, and strikes expire on their own after a year. Anyone charging to remove a strike or restore a post is a scammer.
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Sources and how we checked this guide
We base steps on the platforms’ own help pages and the phone makers’ official guides. Menu names change often and can differ by device, app version and region. Where a platform page could not be independently read, we link it so you can check the current wording yourself.
- I don’t think Facebook should have taken down my post (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Appeal to the Oversight Board (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Counting strikes (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Restricting accounts (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Why you can’t post, comment or participate in a Facebook group (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Approve or decline pending posts in a Facebook group (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Change or reset your Facebook password (external site, opens in a new tab)
- Recover your Facebook account if you were hacked (external site, opens in a new tab)
Last reviewed 21 October 2026 by the SocialAppFix editorial team against the sources above. Next scheduled review: 19 January 2027. How we write and review guides.
What changed
- 21 October 2026: Replaced the review steps with Meta’s exact steps and added the Oversight Board route (help/2090856331203011).
- 21 October 2026: First published. Takes over the “disagree with decision” query from Account disabled or suspended.
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