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Meta Works to Restore Thousands of Facebook Groups Suspended by Glitch

Petitions with more than 20,000 signatures alongside a newly filed class-action lawsuit press Meta to explain why a glitch barred innocuous groups.

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Meta is blaming a technical error for suspending thousands of Facebook Groups, angering millions of users. The company said Tuesday it is "fixing things now." File Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI

Overview

  • Meta confirmed a technical error suspended thousands of Facebook Groups worldwide, affecting communities focused on parenting, pet care, gaming and interior design.
  • The cause of the glitch remains undisclosed, though many users suspect faulty AI-based moderation systems triggered the mass suspensions.
  • Affected admins report receiving vague violation notices for “terrorism-related” content or nudity that they insist never appeared in their groups.
  • Some admins with Meta Verified subscriptions have used priority support to restore their groups, while others remain locked out or have had their groups deleted.
  • Creator Chris Moore has filed a class-action lawsuit inviting affected users and businesses to seek compensation for their suspended communities.