Facebook has a built-in dark mode for its desktop website and mobile apps. The setting changes Facebook’s bright interface to a darker color scheme, but its location differs between desktop, iPhone and Android.
Use the instructions below to turn on Facebook dark mode on your device. If you use Facebook in a desktop browser and want more control over colors, brightness or scheduling, you can also customize it with Night Eye.
Table of Contents
Facebook Dark Mode: Quick Answer
Facebook dark mode replaces the predominantly white interface with darker backgrounds and lighter text. Facebook provides a built-in setting on its desktop website and mobile apps. It is separate from Messenger’s dark-mode setting.
| Device | Where to look |
|---|---|
| Desktop website | Profile picture → Display & accessibility → Dark mode |
| iPhone app | Menu → Settings & privacy → Settings → Dark mode |
| Android app | Menu → Settings & privacy → Settings → Dark mode |
| Mobile browser | Facebook states that the feature is not available in mobile browsers |
Menu labels can vary slightly by app version. If Dark mode is not at the exact path shown above, look for it under Preferences or directly inside Settings & privacy. A darker interface can reduce screen glare in low-light conditions.
How to Turn On Facebook Dark Mode on Desktop
Facebook’s desktop website includes its own dark-mode switch. You do not need to change to a different Facebook design or enable an experimental feature.
- Open Facebook in your desktop browser and sign in.
- Click your profile picture in the top-right corner.
- Select Display & accessibility.
- Under Dark mode, select On.
To turn Facebook dark mode off, return to the same menu and select Off.
How to Turn On Facebook Dark Mode on iPhone
- Open the Facebook app on your iPhone.
- Tap Menu in the bottom-right corner.
- Expand Settings & privacy, then tap Settings.
- Find Dark mode, usually under Preferences.
- Select On. If your version offers System, choose it to make Facebook follow your iPhone’s appearance setting.
In some app versions, Dark mode appears directly in the expanded Settings & privacy menu. If you do not see it inside Settings, check there before troubleshooting.
How to Turn On Facebook Dark Mode on Android
- Open the Facebook app on your Android phone or tablet.
- Tap Menu, usually in the top-right corner.
- Expand Settings & privacy, then tap Settings.
- Find Dark mode, usually under Preferences.
- Select On. If Use system settings is available, select it to match your Android device theme.
To switch back to the light theme, follow the same path and select Off.
Does Facebook Dark Mode Work in a Mobile Browser?
No. Facebook’s official dark-mode help page states that its built-in dark mode is not available in mobile browsers. If you open Facebook in Safari, Chrome or another browser on your phone, the setting may therefore be missing even when it is available in the Facebook app.
For Facebook’s native dark theme on a phone or tablet, use the Facebook app and follow the iPhone or Android instructions above.
What to Do If Facebook Dark Mode Is Missing
If the dark-mode option is missing or Facebook stays light after you turn it on, try these checks:
- Update the Facebook app. Install the latest available version from the App Store or Google Play.
- Close and reopen Facebook. Fully close the app, then launch it again.
- Check the device-theme option. If Facebook is set to System or Use system settings, confirm that your phone itself is using dark appearance.
- Make sure you are using the app. Facebook does not provide its built-in dark-mode setting in mobile browsers.
- Check desktop separately. The desktop website and mobile app have separate menus, so changing one does not guarantee that the other will change.
- Review both possible mobile locations. Depending on the app version, Dark mode may appear under Settings → Preferences or directly inside Settings & privacy.
Reinstalling the app is a last-resort troubleshooting step, not a guaranteed fix. Check the menu location, app version and device-theme setting first.
How to Customize Facebook Dark Mode With Night Eye
Facebook’s built-in dark mode is the best place to start. Night Eye is the next step for desktop users who want to adjust the appearance instead of using Facebook’s fixed dark palette.
With Night Eye, you can:
- Adjust brightness, contrast and saturation.
- Use dim and blue-light controls to fine-tune the page.
- Schedule dark mode for specific hours.
- Keep a more consistent dark appearance across Facebook and other websites.
- Switch individual websites between Dark, Filtered and Normal modes.
Night Eye is available for Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox and Chromium-based desktop browsers. Its color conversion runs locally on your device, and the extension does not collect your browsing history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Facebook have dark mode?
Yes. Facebook has a built-in dark mode on its desktop website and in its iPhone and Android apps. Facebook states that the feature is not available in mobile browsers.
Are night mode and dark mode the same on Facebook?
Usually, yes. People often use “Facebook night mode” as another name for Facebook dark mode. In Facebook’s current interface, the setting is labeled Dark mode.
Can Facebook follow my device’s dark theme?
Some versions of the Facebook mobile app offer System or Use system settings. Select that option if you want Facebook to follow your phone’s current appearance. If the option is not shown, choose On or Off manually.
Does Facebook dark mode also change Messenger?
No. Facebook and Messenger use separate appearance settings. See Facebook’s current guide to turn Messenger dark mode on or off.
Why are some Facebook images still bright in dark mode?
Facebook dark mode changes the platform interface, including menus, navigation and many background areas. It does not recolor every photo, video, advertisement or image posted by users, so some content can remain bright.
