Meta Launches Friends-Only Tab on Facebook in U.S. and Canada

The new feature marks the first step in Meta's effort to revive 'OG Facebook' by prioritizing personal connections over algorithmic content.

Meta's new Friends tab exclusively displays posts, stories, reels, birthdays, and friend requests from users' Facebook friends.
The feature is currently available only in the U.S. and Canada, with no timeline announced for a global rollout.
Users can customize their app to pin the Friends tab for easier access, alongside the existing algorithm-driven main feed.
The Friends tab replaces the previous functionality of showing friend requests and 'People You May Know' suggestions.
Meta plans to introduce additional nostalgic 'OG Facebook' features throughout 2025 as part of a broader strategy to reconnect with younger users.