Facebook: How to Clear Your Search History

Users can delete the log of items they've previously searched for

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When users search for something on Facebook, the social network will remember what they searched for as part of their search history. Users have the option to clear their search history at any time. Our guide will show you how this is done.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the Facebook application on iOS.

Step 1: On Facebook’s home feed, tap the magnifying glass icon near the top-right corner of the screen.



Screenshot of Facebook's home feed with a red arrow pointing at the magnifying glass icon near the top-right corner of the screen

Step 2: Tap “Edit” to the right of “Research Searches” near the top of the screen.


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