Why You Can’t Post to Facebook Groups Using ViralDashboard Anymore
As of April 22, 2024, Meta (formerly Facebook) has officially deprecated third-party access to Facebook Groups through its Graph API. This means that external platforms like ViralDashboard, which allowed users to schedule and publish posts directly to their Facebook Groups, can no longer perform this function.
What Changed?
Meta has removed key permissions such as publish_to_groups and groups_access_member_info. These permissions were previously necessary for apps like ViralDashboard to publish content to Facebook Groups. This update is part of Meta's efforts to tighten privacy and security controls within the platform.
Impact on Users
As a result, users who relied on ViralDashboard to schedule and publish posts to their Facebook Groups will no longer be able to do so. Even if the app is connected to your group, the ability to publish posts automatically is no longer available.
Why Did This Happen?
Meta’s decision aligns with their ongoing push to reduce spam and protect users' privacy. By cutting off third-party access to Facebook Groups, Meta aims to regain control over the content shared within these communities, ensuring better security and content relevance.
Looking Ahead
While this change may be inconvenient for those who relied on automation, users can still manually post within their groups through Facebook’s native platform or use its built-in scheduling tools. For businesses and content creators, it’s a shift back to managing group posts directly through Facebook.
For more details, check out the official Graph API v19.0 Changelog.
Meta has officially deprecated third-party access to Facebook Groups via its Graph API, effective April 22, 2024. This change affects all external platforms, including ViralDashboard, that previously allowed users to schedule and publish posts directly to Facebook Groups.
? Official Documentation
Meta detailed this update in the Graph API v19.0 Changelog. The deprecation includes the removal of permissions such as publish_to_groups and groups_access_member_info. This decision aligns with Meta's ongoing efforts to enhance user privacy and security.
?️ Community Discussions
Further insights and discussions about this change can be found in the Meta Developer Community Forum, where developers have shared their experiences and sought clarification on the deprecation.