Many users connect their Twitter and Facebook accounts to streamline sharing, but you may want to unlink Twitter from Facebook for privacy or platform management reasons. This guide walks you through the process step by step with clear, actionable instructions.
Before you begin, it helps to understand how the connection works, what permissions are involved, and what changes when you unlink. The following sections break down each aspect so you can manage your social integrations confidently.
| Platform | Account Used | Permission Granted | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your Facebook profile | Post on your behalf | Public posts, likes, profile info | |
| Your Twitter account | Auto-post tweets to Facebook | Tweet content and metadata | |
| Integration point | Linked via Facebook Settings | Allows Twitter to publish | Limited to approved apps |
| After unlinking | No shared publishing rights | Twitter cannot post to Facebook | Each platform operates independently |
Access Facebook App Settings
Start on the Facebook platform, since it holds the connected apps list. From here, you can view which services have permission to post and manage integrations.
Navigate to Settings and Privacy
Open Facebook and tap the menu, then select Settings & Privacy, followed by Settings to reach the main configuration page.
Open Apps and Websites
Under the Security and Login section, choose Apps and Websites to see all services with access to your account, including Twitter.
Locate and Manage Twitter Integration
Finding the Twitter entry in your list of apps lets you modify or remove its permissions. This step is essential before proceeding to account-specific actions.
Search for Twitter
Use the search box in the Apps list to quickly find Twitter and confirm which permissions are currently active.
Review Connection Details
Check what posting permissions are enabled, such as whether Twitter can automatically share your Facebook posts or publish on your behalf.
Remove App Permissions on Facebook
Removing Twitter from the apps list stops it from posting to your Facebook profile and ends automated sharing in this direction.
Remove or Edit App
Select Remove to fully unlink, or Edit to turn off specific permissions if you want to keep limited access for other features.
Confirm the Action
Confirm when prompted so the change takes effect immediately and revokes Twitter’s ability to interact with Facebook on your behalf.
Adjust Twitter Connected Account Settings
After modifying Facebook, visit Twitter to ensure it no longer tries to post or sync with Facebook from its side of the connection.
Open Account Settings
Log in to Twitter, go to Settings and Privacy, then select Account to review linked services and data-sharing options.
Review Facebook Sync Options
Look for any settings related to Facebook, cross-posting, or third-party connections and disable or remove them to complete the separation.
Manage Cross-Platform Integrations Effectively
- Regularly review connected apps in Facebook Settings to control which services can post on your behalf.
- After unlinking, enable two-factor authentication on both Twitter and Facebook for better security.
- Check Twitter settings for any remaining sync options to ensure no background posting to Facebook remains.
- Document your preferred sharing workflow so future integrations are set up intentionally and with clear permissions.
FAQ
Reader questions
Will unlinking delete any of my posts or data?
No, unlinking Twitter from Facebook does not remove any posts, likes, comments, or profile information from either platform.
Can I still share links from Twitter to Facebook after unlinking?
Yes, you can still share links manually, but automated cross-posting between the two services will stop once they are unlinked.
Will my followers notice that Twitter and Facebook are no longer connected?
No, followers on either platform will not see any change or notification when you unlink the accounts.
Do I need to change anything in my Twitter profile after unlinking?
No profile updates are required; your tweets, media, and bio remain the same, and Twitter continues to function independently.