Overview
- The shutdown will remove the embedded buttons from third‑party pages by rendering them as invisible 0×0‑pixel elements to prevent site errors.
- Millions of websites are affected worldwide, though operators can proactively delete the plugin code.
- Meta’s developer notice says the web‑era widgets are outdated and engagement has shifted to apps.
- An accompanying FAQ notes the target date could be adjusted.
- The buttons attracted sustained privacy criticism for transmitting browsing data without clicks after debuting in 2010.