On a Facebook Page, you can hide Recommendations by turning off the Reviews tab in Templates and Tabs settings.
Facebook calls Page reviews “Recommendations.” You can switch them off without deleting anything. The rating stars and review feed vanish from the Page while your comments stay stored in the background. If you turn them back on later, everything returns. The walkthrough below shows the setting paths on desktop and in the mobile app, with notes for the new Pages experience and the older layout.
Turn Off Facebook Page Reviews — New Pages Experience
Many admins run the new Pages experience. The controls below match that layout. If your screen looks different, jump to the classic design steps a little later.
Quick Map Of Where The Setting Lives
This table shows the fastest paths to the switch for both desktop and mobile. Use it as a checklist, then follow the detailed steps that come next.
| Method | Desktop Path | Mobile Path |
|---|---|---|
| Through Tabs | Page > Settings > Templates and Tabs > Reviews > Toggle Off | Menu > Pages > Your Page > Settings > Templates and Tabs > Reviews > Toggle Off |
| From Home | Page > More > Manage Sections > Reviews > Hide | Page > Edit Tabs > Reviews > Hide |
| Search Settings | Page > Settings > Search “Reviews” > Open Reviews > Toggle Off | Menu > Settings & privacy > Settings > Search “Reviews” > Toggle Off |
Step-By-Step On Desktop (New Pages)
- Open your Page while using the Page profile (not your personal profile).
- Click Settings in the left menu.
- Select Templates and Tabs.
- Scroll to Reviews and click Settings next to it.
- Switch the toggle to Off, then confirm.
Hiding the tab removes the star rating and the Recommendations feed from public view. Nothing gets erased. Turn the toggle back on to restore the tab with the same content.
Step-By-Step In The Facebook App (New Pages)
- Tap the Menu, then Pages, and choose your Page.
- Tap the Settings gear.
- Tap Templates and Tabs.
- Open Reviews and switch the toggle to Off.
Disable Reviews On Classic Page Layout
If you still have the older design, the wording is similar. You hide the Reviews tab inside Templates and Tabs, or under Manage Sections from the Page menu.
Classic Desktop Steps
- Go to your Page and click Settings (top right).
- Choose Templates and Tabs.
- Find Reviews and switch it off. Save if prompted.
Classic Mobile Steps
- Open your Page from the app, tap the three lines, then Settings.
- Tap Templates and Tabs.
- Switch off the Reviews tab.
What Turning Off Reviews Actually Does
Admins often ask what changes on the Page once the tab is off. Here is what happens the moment you flip the switch.
- No star rating shows on the Page header or sidebar.
- The public Reviews feed disappears.
- New Recommendations can’t be posted while the tab is off.
- Existing entries stay hidden, not deleted; you can bring them back by re-enabling the tab.
Meta’s own help pages note that Page sections can be shown or hidden through the tabs manager. That includes the Reviews section. See the official article on managing tabs and sections for the exact control location.
Why You Might Hide Recommendations
There are good reasons to pause reviews for a spell. Here are common cases from real-world Page management.
Spam Or Off-Topic Flood
Local Pages sometimes get hit by waves of spam, copy-paste promos, or review bombs unrelated to the Page. Turning off the tab gives you breathing room while you report the junk and message real customers through other channels.
Temporary Service Changes
Renovation, supply issues, or staffing gaps can skew feedback for a short period. Hiding the tab keeps ratings from swinging wildly during an odd week.
Category Or Template Mismatch
Some Page categories and templates don’t show the Reviews section by design. If you swap templates, the tab can vanish or reappear. Meta documents that Page features vary by category. See available Page features by category for context.
Safe Workflow: Turn Off, Tidy Up, Then Re-Enable
Here’s a clean process many teams follow. You keep your reputation intact while you clean house.
- Pause visibility. Hide the tab using the steps above.
- Audit the backlog. Save screenshots or exports for records. Sort into spam, policy break, and legit feedback.
- Report policy breaks. Flag reviews that breach platform rules. Keep notes with dates, links, and the reason.
- Reply where it helps. Short, direct replies reassure readers once the tab returns.
- Re-enable. Bring the tab back when the dust settles.
Policy Notes That Matter
Reviews live under Meta’s content rules. You can’t remove content just because it is negative, but you can report posts that break rules. When you need the exact toggle path again, the Meta help page on tabs and sections is the most direct reference.
Detailed Steps With Pointers
The exact path can jump a level or two depending on device, account, and Page state. This table lists common screens you may see and the action to take on each.
| Screen Or Menu | What You Tap | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Page Home (Desktop) | Settings > Templates and Tabs > Reviews > Off | Hide the Reviews tab |
| Page Home (App) | Menu > Pages > Your Page > Settings > Templates and Tabs > Reviews > Off | Hide the Reviews tab |
| More > Manage Sections | Uncheck Reviews | Remove Reviews from Page navigation |
| Search In Settings | Type “Reviews” and open the result | Jump straight to the toggle |
| Templates | Switch template if Reviews is unsupported | Restore the option |
Common Snags And Fast Fixes
I Don’t See The Reviews Toggle
Check your role on the Page. Only admins and people with full Facebook access can change tabs. Switch to the Page profile as well; some switches don’t appear while browsing as your personal profile.
The Reviews Tab Is Missing
Your template may hide it. Swap to a template that includes Reviews, then repeat the steps. Some categories omit Reviews entirely, which is normal.
The Toggle Is Off But Stars Still Show
Cached data can linger. Refresh the Page, try an incognito window, or check from another device.
Old Reviews Reappear After Re-Enabling
That’s expected. Hiding pauses the feature; it doesn’t erase feedback. If a post breaks rules, report it through the three-dot menu on that entry.
Quick Decision Guide
Not sure whether to hide the tab or keep it live? Use these cues.
- Hide for now if you see a spam surge, a clear policy break, or a short-term service issue.
- Keep live if you receive steady, fair feedback and you can reply in a day or two.
Practical Notes You’ll Care About
Nothing is deleted. Turning the tab off only hides Recommendations; re-enable to bring them back.
No schedule option. There’s no timer; you can flip the switch off or on any time.
Single posts can be flagged. Use the three-dot menu on a review to report a policy break on that entry.
Recap: The Steps In One Block
- Open your Page and switch to the Page profile.
- Go to Settings → Templates and Tabs.
- Find Reviews.
- Toggle Off. Confirm.
That’s all you need. If your layout differs, the official help page on managing tabs and sections shows the same control.