You might see something like:

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException; lineNumber: 125; columnNumber: 48

Or perhaps Blogger tells you that an element must be terminated, a widget ID is invalid, or a reference to an entity is missing a semicolon.

Because Blogger themes use XML, even a missing quotation mark or an unescaped ampersand can stop a template from saving. You don't need to become an XML expert to fix many of these problems, but it helps to know what each message is telling you.

Start with the exact error message and the code you changed most recently. That usually narrows the search faster than editing unrelated parts of the template.

Below are common Blogger theme XML errors, examples of broken and corrected markup, and practical checks to try when a theme won't save or restore.

Why Do Blogger Theme XML Errors Occur?

Blogger templates are not ordinary HTML files. They use XML syntax along with Blogger-specific tags, attributes, and expressions.

This means the code must follow stricter rules than regular HTML.

For example, a browser might accept this HTML without any noticeable problem:

<br>

However, when writing XML markup, an empty element must be properly closed:

<br/>

The same rule applies to other empty HTML elements, including <img>, <meta>, <link>, and <input>.

Blogger also uses special elements such as:

<b:section>
<b:widget>
<b:if>
<b:loop>
<b:includable>

These elements control different parts of your blog's layout and functionality.

If you accidentally remove a closing tag, insert an invalid character, or break the structure of one of these elements, Blogger may reject the template.

Sometimes the error appears immediately after you make a change. Other times, it happens when you try to install a downloaded theme.

Before changing more code, save a copy of the theme you're working with.

Before You Start: Back Up Your Blogger Theme

Before making changes to your Blogger template, download a backup of the current theme.

Even if your blog is already displaying an error, having a copy of the existing code can save you considerable trouble later.

Here's how to back up your Blogger theme:

1. Sign in to your Blogger dashboard.
2. Select the blog you want to edit.
3. Click Theme in the left sidebar.
4. Click the dropdown arrow next to the Customize button.
5. Select Backup.
6. Click Download to save your theme.

Blogger will download an XML file containing your theme.

Store the downloaded XML file somewhere you can find it again, ideally with the date in its filename.

If something goes wrong while editing, you can use the backup to restore the previous version of your template.

Important: A theme backup is not the same as a complete blog backup. It does not serve as a separate backup of all your posts and comments.

With a backup in place, you can investigate the error without risking your only working copy.

Quick check: If the error mentions an entity, inspect ampersands first. If it mentions an end-tag, check nesting and closing tags. If it mentions a widget or section ID, inspect Blogger layout markup. Always work from the file version that produced the error, since formatting changes can shift line numbers.

1. Fix "The Reference to Entity Must End With the ';' Delimiter"

This is one of the most common XML errors when adding external resources to a Blogger template.

You may see an error similar to:

The reference to entity "display" must end
with the ';' delimiter.

This often happens when you paste a URL containing an ampersand (&) into an XML attribute.

Why This Error Happens

Consider the following Google Fonts URL:

<link href='https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Roboto:wght@400;700&display=swap' rel='stylesheet'/>

The URL is fine when used as a URL. The problem is the literal ampersand in the XML attribute: it must be escaped in the theme source.

In XML, the ampersand has a special meaning. It is used to introduce an entity reference.

When Blogger encounters &display, it tries to interpret it as an XML entity rather than part of the URL.

How to Fix It

Replace the ampersand with its XML-safe equivalent:

&

The corrected code looks like this:

<link href='https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Roboto:wght@400;700&amp;display=swap' rel='stylesheet'/>

After replacing the literal ampersand in the XML source, save the template again.

If Blogger still reports an entity error, check the rest of the affected attribute for other unescaped ampersands.

Where Else Can This Error Occur?

You may encounter the same problem when adding:

• Google Fonts URLs
• External JavaScript files
• Tracking scripts
• Affiliate links
• URLs containing multiple query parameters

For example, this XML attribute is incorrect:

<a href='https://example.com/?page=1&sort=new'>Link</a>

The corrected version is:

<a href='https://example.com/?page=1&amp;sort=new'>Link</a>

Remember: This replacement is necessary when an ampersand appears as literal text in XML markup, such as an attribute value. Do not blindly replace every ampersand throughout your template, especially inside existing entities or CDATA sections.

2. Fix "The Element Type Must Be Terminated by the Matching End-Tag"

Another common Blogger XML error involves missing closing tags.

For example:

The element type "div" must be terminated
by the matching end-tag "</div>".

This message means the XML parser found an element that was not closed correctly.

Example of Incorrect Code

<div class='custom-box'>
  <h2>Welcome to My Blog</h2>
  <p>This is a sample paragraph.</p>

Notice that the opening <div> does not have a matching closing tag. It shows this error:

Correct Code

<div class='custom-box'>
  <h2>Welcome to My Blog</h2>
  <p>This is a sample paragraph.</p>
</div>

The missing </div> has been added.

How to Find Missing Closing Tags

If your Blogger template contains thousands of lines, locating an unclosed element can be difficult.

A code editor such as Visual Studio Code can help.

Open your template XML file in the editor and examine the section around the line number mentioned in the error.

Look for:

• Opening tags without matching closing tags
• Incorrectly nested elements
• Accidentally deleted tags
• Elements closed in the wrong order

For example, the following code is incorrectly nested:

<div>
  <span>Hello World</div>
</span>

The correct structure is:

<div>
  <span>Hello World</span>
</div>

Keep in mind that the line number reported by Blogger may point to where the parser noticed the problem, not necessarily where the mistake began.

If the code looks correct at the reported line, check the lines immediately above it.

3. Fix "The Element Type Must Be Followed by Either Attribute Specifications, '>' or '/>'"

This error usually appears when an opening tag contains invalid syntax.

For example:

Element type "meta" must be followed by
either attribute specifications, ">" or "/>".

It can happen when you accidentally remove a quotation mark, add an invalid character, or leave a tag incomplete.

Example of Incorrect Code

<meta name='description' content='My Blogger Website'/

The closing angle bracket is missing. It shows this error message:

Correct Code

<meta name='description' content='My Blogger Website'/>

Another common mistake involves quotation marks.

Incorrect:

<div class='header>

Correct:

<div class='header'>

XML attribute values must be enclosed in matching quotation marks.

When this error appears,

• Inspect the opening tag carefully.
• Check every quotation mark, equal sign, and angle bracket.
• A single missing character may be all that needs fixing.

4. Fix "The Entity Name Must Immediately Follow the '&' in the Entity Reference"

This error is closely related to the ampersand problem discussed earlier.

However, it can occur even when the ampersand is not part of a URL.

Consider this example:

<h2>Tips & Tricks</h2>

Although this looks like ordinary HTML, the ampersand is not properly escaped for XML. When you try to save the theme, it gives this error:

Correct Code

<h2>Tips &amp; Tricks</h2>

The same issue can occur inside HTML attributes.

Incorrect:

<img src='image.jpg' alt='Tips & Tricks'/>

Correct:

<img src='image.jpg' alt='Tips &amp; Tricks'/>

If you regularly edit Blogger templates, it is worth remembering a few common XML entities.

Not every character needs escaping in every situation. For example, a greater-than sign is generally allowed in normal XML text, while an unescaped less-than sign is not.

The important thing is to use the appropriate entity whenever a character would otherwise interfere with XML syntax.

5. Fix "The Widget ID Is Invalid" or Duplicate Widget ID Errors

Blogger uses widgets to display elements such as blog posts, navigation menus, labels, and HTML gadgets.

Each widget has an ID that identifies it within the template.

For example:

<b:widget id='HTML1' type='HTML'/>

Problems can occur if you manually copy widget code and accidentally create two widgets with the same ID.

Example of Incorrect Code

<b:widget id='HTML1' type='HTML'/>

<b:widget id='HTML1' type='HTML'/>

Both widgets use HTML1. You will see this error:

Blogger expects widget IDs to be unique.

How to Fix It

• First, check whether you accidentally duplicated an entire widget.
• If the second widget is unnecessary, remove the duplicate.
• If both widgets are needed, they must have valid, unique IDs.

For example:

<b:widget id='HTML1' type='HTML'/>

<b:widget id='HTML2' type='HTML'/>

These IDs illustrate the uniqueness rule. They are not a reason to rename existing gadgets indiscriminately.

Note: Do not casually rename widget IDs in an existing Blogger theme.

Widget IDs can be connected to stored gadget settings and layout data. Changing them may cause Blogger to treat a widget as a different gadget.

If you are working with an existing blog, it is usually safer to remove an unwanted duplicate or create a new widget through Blogger's Layout interface.

After making changes, check that the affected gadgets still display correctly.

6. Fix Blogger Section Errors

Blogger themes use <b:section> elements to define areas where widgets can appear.

A typical section looks like this:

<b:section id='sidebar' class='sidebar' showaddelement='yes'>
</b:section>

A section has its own Blogger-specific rules in addition to the XML syntax rules.

One common mistake is placing ordinary HTML elements directly inside a section.

Incorrect Example

<b:section id='sidebar' class='sidebar'>
  <div class='custom-message'>
    Welcome to my blog!
  </div>
</b:section>

A Blogger section is intended to contain widgets rather than arbitrary HTML elements.

Correct Approach

Place your custom HTML outside the section:

<div class='custom-message'>
  Welcome to my blog!
</div>

<b:section id='sidebar' class='sidebar'>
</b:section>

Alternatively, add the content through an HTML/JavaScript gadget in Blogger's Layout section.

Also, make sure every section has a unique ID.

Incorrect:

<b:section id='sidebar'/>
<b:section id='sidebar'/>

With duplicated sections IDs, you will see this error:

Correct:

<b:section id='sidebar'/>
<b:section id='footer'/>

If you are modifying a complicated Blogger template, be especially careful when moving sections or widgets.

An incorrectly placed section can cause errors even when the surrounding XML is otherwise well-formed.

7. Fix "The Content of Elements Must Consist of Well-Formed Character Data or Markup"

This error often appears when special characters are inserted into the template without proper escaping.

For example:

<p>5 < 10</p>

The less-than symbol is interpreted as the beginning of an XML tag. So, you will see an error similar to this:

Correct Code

<p>5 &lt; 10</p>

Another example involves JavaScript.

Suppose you add this code directly inside a Blogger theme:

<script>
  if (count < 10 && enabled) {
    console.log('Enabled');
  }
</script>

The JavaScript itself is valid, but the raw less-than and ampersand characters can cause problems when the template is parsed as XML. You will then see an error message similar to the following:

How to Fix JavaScript-Related XML Errors

One option is to wrap suitable inline JavaScript in a CDATA section:

<script type='text/javascript'>
//<![CDATA[
  if (count < 10 && enabled) {
    console.log('Enabled');
  }
//]]>
</script>

CDATA prevents the XML parser from treating characters such as < and & inside the CDATA block as markup. The // lines in this example are JavaScript comments; the CDATA delimiters themselves are what matter to the XML parser.

This is particularly useful when working with inline JavaScript containing comparison operators and ampersands.

CDATA fixes an XML parsing issue, not a JavaScript logic error. It also does not make an unsafe or incompatible third-party script suitable for your blog.

Make sure the JavaScript is valid, the script element is properly closed, and the code does not contain an unintended CDATA terminator.

If you are adding a third-party script, follow the provider's Blogger-compatible installation instructions whenever available.

8. Fix "Unable to Restore Theme" in Blogger

When restoring a theme, Blogger may show a general message instead of a line-specific XML error:

Unable to restore theme

Unlike a detailed XML parsing error, this message may not tell you exactly what went wrong.

There are several possible causes.

The File Is Not a Blogger Theme

Blogger cannot directly install an ordinary HTML website template or a WordPress theme.

The file must contain a valid Blogger-compatible theme.

A WordPress theme ZIP file, for example, cannot be uploaded as a Blogger template.

The XML File Is Damaged

If the theme file was edited incorrectly, some essential code may be missing.

Try opening the file in a text editor and checking whether it contains a complete XML document.

You Selected the Wrong File

Some downloaded Blogger themes come inside ZIP archives.

Extract the ZIP file first and locate the actual Blogger theme XML file.

Also, make sure you are not confusing a Blogger theme backup with a backup of your blog posts and comments.

These are different types of files.

Try the Edit HTML Method

If the XML file appears valid but Blogger cannot restore it, you can try replacing the theme code manually.

1. Open the XML file in a text editor.
2. Copy the entire template code.
3. Open your Blogger dashboard.
4. Navigate to Theme > Edit HTML.
5. Replace the existing template code with the new code.
6. Click Save.

Warning: Back up your current theme before doing this. Replacing the template code can affect your existing layout and gadgets.

Also, this method will not fix invalid XML. If the file contains syntax errors, Blogger may reject the pasted code as well.

9. Fix Blogger Theme Not Saving Without a Clear Error

Not every Blogger theme problem produces a useful XML error message.

You may click Save and see no obvious result, receive a generic error, or find that the live blog still shows the old design. Those symptoms don't necessarily have the same cause.

Before changing large sections of code, try these basic checks.

Check Your Recent Changes

If saving stopped working right after you added a script, widget, or CSS snippet, begin with that change rather than rewriting the entire theme.

Temporarily remove the newly added code and try saving again.

If the template saves successfully, you have narrowed down the problem.

Try Another Browser

Occasionally, browser extensions or temporary browser issues can interfere with the Blogger editor.

Try opening Blogger in another browser or a private browsing window.

If the problem disappears, investigate your browser extensions and cached data.

Check for Invalid Widget Code

A damaged or incompatible widget can also cause theme-related problems.

If you recently edited a widget, review its opening and closing tags.

Avoid deleting entire widget sections unless you understand how they are connected to the theme.

Test With a Clean Theme

If you cannot identify the problem, create a separate test blog and try the theme there.

This can help you determine whether the issue is related to the template itself or the configuration of your existing blog.

Do not replace your live blog's theme with a default template just to experiment unless you have a reliable backup and understand the possible effects on your gadgets.

10. How to Find the Exact Line Causing a Blogger XML Error

When Blogger displays a SAXParseException, it often includes a line number and column number.

For example:

org.xml.sax.SAXParseException;
lineNumber: 245;
columnNumber: 36;

This information is useful because it tells you where the XML parser detected the problem.

In this example, the parser encountered an issue at line 245, column 36.

However, that does not always mean the actual mistake is located at that exact position.

A missing closing tag on line 220 might not cause an error until the parser reaches line 245.

A Simple Way to Investigate

Download your theme and open it in a code editor that displays line numbers.

Visual Studio Code is a good option, although any suitable XML editor will work.

Navigate to the reported line and inspect the surrounding code.

Pay attention to:

• Missing quotation marks
• Unescaped ampersands
• Unclosed HTML elements
• Incorrectly nested tags
• Incomplete Blogger expressions
• Invalid widget or section markup

If the reported line looks correct, examine the preceding lines.

It also helps to compare the current file with your last working backup.

If you only changed a small section of the template, comparing those changes is often faster than examining the entire file.

One thing worth remembering: line numbers can change when code is reformatted. Use the original file that produced the error when following the reported location.

11. How to Avoid Blogger XML Errors in the Future

Once you have fixed a broken Blogger template, a few simple habits can help prevent the same problem from happening again.

Make One Change at a Time

Avoid editing several unrelated parts of your theme before saving.

If you change the header, footer, navigation menu, and JavaScript code at the same time, identifying the source of an error becomes much harder.

Instead, make one change, save the template, and check the result.

Keep a Working Backup

Before making major changes, download a copy of the theme.

You can also keep several versions of your template on your computer.

For example:

blogger-theme-original.xml
blogger-theme-header-update.xml
blogger-theme-final.xml

This makes it easier to return to a working version if something breaks.

Use a Proper Code Editor

Editing a large Blogger template in a basic text editor can be inconvenient.

A code editor with syntax highlighting, automatic indentation, and tag matching can help you spot mistakes before uploading the file.

Be Careful With Third-Party Code

Not every HTML, CSS, or JavaScript snippet found online is ready to paste directly into a Blogger XML template.

A snippet that works perfectly on a regular HTML website may require adjustments before it can be used in Blogger.

Pay particular attention to ampersands, empty HTML elements, and inline JavaScript.

Test Major Changes Before Publishing

If you frequently customize your Blogger theme, consider maintaining a separate test blog.

You can experiment with new layouts, scripts, and widgets without affecting your live website.

Once everything works correctly, apply the tested changes to your main blog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Blogger show an XML error when I save my theme?

Blogger uses XML-based templates, which require properly structured markup. Missing closing tags, invalid characters, malformed attributes, and incorrect Blogger-specific elements can cause the editor to reject your changes.

What is SAXParseException in Blogger?

SAXParseException reports a problem encountered while parsing XML. In a Blogger theme, it often points to malformed markup, such as an unclosed tag or an unescaped special character. The line and column identify where the parser detected the issue, which may be later than the actual mistake.

How do I fix an ampersand error in Blogger XML?

When an ampersand appears as literal text in XML markup, replace it with &. This is particularly important in URLs placed inside HTML attributes.

Can I use normal HTML code in a Blogger template?

Yes, but the markup must be compatible with Blogger's XML template structure. Some HTML snippets need adjustments, such as closing empty elements and escaping special characters.

Why can't I upload a downloaded Blogger template?

Check that you selected the actual Blogger theme XML file, not the ZIP archive or a WordPress theme. The XML might also be incomplete or incompatible with Blogger. A generic restore error alone cannot identify which cause applies.

Will fixing XML errors delete my blog posts?

Correcting a syntax error in your theme normally does not delete your published posts. However, replacing a theme or removing widgets can affect layout settings and gadget content. Always back up your theme before making significant changes.

Can I fix Blogger XML errors without coding knowledge?

Many simple errors can be fixed by following the message and correcting a missing tag, quotation mark, or special character. More complicated problems involving widgets and Blogger expressions may require some familiarity with XML.

What to Do If Your Blogger XML Error Persists

Blogger XML errors can look intimidating, especially when the error message contains technical terms such as SAXParseException or entity references.

Many of these errors come down to a single character or an element that wasn't closed properly.

A missing closing tag, an unescaped ampersand, or an incorrectly written attribute can prevent an otherwise working template from saving.

The best approach is to read the error carefully, check the reported line, and review your most recent changes before attempting a larger fix.

Keep a known-good XML backup before each significant change.

That gives you a reliable way back if a fix creates a different problem.

If you are still getting an XML error, copy the complete error message and examine the surrounding template code. The exact wording often provides the best clue about what needs to be corrected.

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You can either make your Page available only in selected countries or hide it from specific countries. In this tutorial, I'll show you where to find this setting and how to use it.

What Are Facebook Page Country Restrictions?

Country Restrictions let you control where your Facebook Page can be viewed. Facebook gives you two main options:

• Show only to certain countries: Your Page will be available to people in the countries you select and restricted elsewhere.

• Hide from certain countries: Your Page will remain available generally, but people in the countries you select will not be able to view it.

This is different from changing the audience of an individual Facebook post. The setting applies to the visibility of the Page itself.

How to Add Country Restrictions to Your Facebook Page

The exact location of Facebook settings can change occasionally, but in the current desktop interface you can find the option under your Page's "Audience and visibility" settings.

Step 1: Open Your Facebook Page

• Log in to Facebook and switch to the Facebook Page that you want to manage.
• Note: Make sure you're using an account with the appropriate access to manage the Page settings. People with full Facebook access can manage Page settings.

Step 2: Open Settings & Privacy

• While using Facebook as your Page, click your Page profile picture in the top-right corner.
• Go to: Settings & privacy → Settings.
• This will open the settings available for your Page.

Step 3: Open Followers and Public Content

• Look at the menu on the left side of the Settings page.
• Under Audience and visibility, click on Followers and public content.
• Facebook groups a number of visibility-related settings in this section.

Step 4: Find Country Restrictions

Scroll down until you see the Country Restrictions section.

• Click or expand it if necessary.
• Click on Edit.
• You should now see a search box where you can enter the countries you want to add.

The screenshot below shows what this section looks like in Facebook's desktop settings.

Step 5: Add the Countries:

• Click the Search Countries field and start typing the name of a country.
• Select the country when it appears in the results.
• Repeat this process if you want to add more than one country.

Note: If you add a country by mistake, click the X next to its name to remove it from the list.

Step 6: Choose How the Restriction Should Work

This part is important because Facebook gives you two opposite options.

• Show only to certain countries

  Choose Show only to certain countries when you want your Page to be available only in the countries you've entered.

  For example, if you select Canada and Australia, you're telling Facebook that those are the countries where you want the Page to be visible.

• Hide from certain countries

  Choose Hide from certain countries when you want to block Page visibility in the countries you've entered.

  For example, if you add several countries and select this option, Facebook will restrict your Page in those countries while leaving it available elsewhere.

Step 7: Save Your Changes

• Double-check the country list and make sure you've selected the correct restriction option.
• Then click Save.
• Once the setting is saved, Facebook will apply your new country restrictions to the Page.

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Here's where to find it.

1. Log in to Facebook and switch from your personal profile to the Page you want to manage.

2. Click your Page profile picture in the top-right corner. Select "Settings & privacy", then "Settings".

3. Look for "Audience and visibility" in the menu on the left and click "Page and tagging".

4. Scroll down to "Viewing and sharing". You should see an option called "Allow others to view and leave reviews on your Page?"

Use the toggle next to it to choose what you want. Leave it on if you want people to see and leave reviews.

If you turn it off, people won't be able to leave new reviews. Your Page's rating and existing reviews will also be hidden while the setting is off.

That's all there is to it. If you decide you want reviews again later, just return to the same setting and turn the toggle back on.

Note: Facebook occasionally moves settings around or changes their names, so the menu may look a little different depending on when you're reading this.

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Fortunately, Facebook lets you see the apps and websites connected to your account in one place. You can review each connection, check what information an app can access, and remove connections you no longer need.

Here's how to find and manage apps and websites connected to your Facebook account.

Step 1: Open Facebook Settings

First, log in to your Facebook account using a web browser.

Click your profile picture in the top-right corner of Facebook. From the menu that appears, click "Settings & privacy".

Next, click "Settings".

Step 2: Open Apps and Websites

On the Settings page, look at the menu on the left. Scroll down to the "Your activity" section and click "Apps and websites".

This opens the page where Facebook lists the apps and websites you've connected to your Facebook profile.

Step 3: Review Your Connected Apps and Websites

Take a look through the list. You might find a few apps or websites you completely forgot about.

For each connection, Facebook may show the name of the app or website, when it was added, and whether its status is Active or Expired. You'll also see "View and Edit" and "Remove" options.

If you have a long list, click "See more" to view additional apps and websites.

What Do Active and Expired Mean?

You may notice that Facebook labels some connections Active and others Expired.

An Active connection can access the non-public information you've chosen to share with it through your Facebook connection.

An Expired connection no longer has access to your non-public information through that connection.

Note: According to the information shown in Facebook's Apps and websites settings, if you haven't logged in to an app with your Facebook profile within the last 90 days, the app's access to your non-public information through the connection automatically expires. Its status then changes from Active to Expired.

However, an expired connection doesn't necessarily mean that the app has deleted information you previously shared with it. The app may still retain information it received while the connection was active.

Step 4: Check What an App Can Access

To take a closer look at a connection, click "View and Edit" next to the app or website.

Facebook will show details about the connection, including the information you've shared with the app. Depending on the app and its permissions, you may also be able to remove access to certain information.

Review the available information and permissions. If you still use the service and are comfortable with the connection, you don't need to make any changes.

Step 5: Remove an App or Website You No Longer Need

If you no longer use an app or website, you can disconnect it from your Facebook account by clicking "Remove".

Facebook will display a confirmation window explaining what will happen when the connection is removed. Read the information carefully before clicking "Remove" again to confirm.

Facebook may also give you the option to notify the app or website that the connection was removed.

Keep in mind that removing a connection from Facebook doesn't necessarily delete information the third-party service received while the connection was active. If you want previously shared information deleted, you may need to contact the service or manage your data directly through its website or app.

What If You Don't Recognize an App?

If you see an app or website you don't recognize, it may simply be a service you connected to Facebook a long time ago.

Use "View and Edit" to review the connection. If you still don't recognize the service or no longer need it, you can remove it.

If you notice other Facebook account activity you don't recognize, it's also a good idea to review your account's security and login settings.

How to Check Apps and Websites You've Already Removed

Facebook also lets you review apps and websites that were previously removed from your account.

On the "Apps and websites" page, scroll below your current connections and click "View Removed Apps and Websites".

This can be useful if you want to check whether you previously disconnected a particular app or website.

Note: Facebook occasionally changes its menus and settings. The exact wording or location of these options may vary slightly depending on your device, account, region, or Facebook interface version.

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If you don't want Meta to use this activity for that purpose, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Open Meta Accounts Center

Visit https://accountscenter.facebook.com/

Sign in to your account if necessary.

Step 2: Open Your Information and Permissions

Click "Your information and permissions" from the menu.

Step 3: Open Activity From Other Businesses

Click "Activity from other businesses".

You'll see options for controlling whether Meta uses this activity to show you relevant content.

Step 4: Change the Setting

Select "Don't allow us to use this activity to show you relevant content".

Click the "Confirm" button.

That's it. Your preference has now been changed.

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This updated 2026 guide covers the best screen capture and recording tools available today, including free, open-source, built-in, and premium options. Instead of mixing every app into one flat list, this article highlights what each tool is best for so you can choose the right one faster.

Best Screen Capturing & Recording Software

1. OBS Studio

OBS Studio is one of the best free tools for screen recording and live streaming. It is powerful, flexible, open source, and available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. If your main need is high-quality recording with audio sources, webcam overlays, multiple scenes, and advanced control, OBS Studio is the strongest free choice.

Best for: Professional recording, tutorials, YouTube videos, live streaming, advanced workflows

Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
License: Free and Open Source
Official website: https://obsproject.com/

2. ShareX

ShareX is an excellent free and open-source screen capture tool for Windows. It is especially popular with power users because it supports region capture, scrolling screenshots, quick sharing, workflow automation, GIF recording, and many post-capture actions. If you want a highly customizable screenshot tool without paying anything, ShareX is hard to beat.

Best for: Advanced screenshots, automation, scrolling capture, quick sharing

Platforms: Windows
License: Free and Open Source
Official website: https://getsharex.com/

3. Snagit

Snagit is one of the most polished premium tools for both screenshots and screen recording. It is ideal for people who create tutorials, product walkthroughs, documentation, visual instructions, or support content. Its real strength is not just capturing your screen, but helping you quickly annotate, explain, and present what you captured in a professional way.

Best for: Business users, educators, bloggers, documentation, polished visual communication

Platforms: Windows, macOS
License: Commercial
Official website: https://www.techsmith.com/snagit/

4. Snipping Tool

Snipping Tool has become much more useful on modern Windows systems. It is no longer just a simple screenshot utility. It now supports both image snips and video snips, making it a very practical built-in option for quick captures without installing any third-party software. For many casual users, this may be enough on its own.

Best for: Quick screenshots and simple screen recording on Windows

Platforms: Windows
License: Built-in / Free
Official page: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/use-snipping-tool-to-capture-screenshots-00246869-1843-655f-f220-97299b865f6b

5. Xbox Game Bar

Xbox Game Bar is another built-in Windows option that is useful for quick screen recording, especially for apps and gameplay. It is not as flexible as OBS Studio, but it is very convenient when you need to start recording quickly without setting up a separate program.

Best for: Quick app recording, gameplay recording, simple screen capture on Windows

Platforms: Windows
License: Built-in / Free
Official info: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/use-a-screen-reader-to-record-your-screen-with-xbox-game-bar-5328cd25-9046-4472-8a14-c485f138802c

6. Greenshot

Greenshot remains one of the best lightweight screenshot tools for Windows. It is fast, simple, and great for daily productivity. If you mainly need screenshots with quick annotation, highlighting, obfuscation, and export options, Greenshot is still a very good choice.

Best for: Lightweight screenshots, quick annotations, everyday office use

Platforms: Windows
License: Open Source
Official website: https://getgreenshot.org/

7. Screenpresso

Screenpresso is still a strong choice for people who create documentation, software walkthroughs, and training content. It combines screenshot capture, screen recording, editing, and project organization in a way that works well for support teams and tutorial creators.

Best for: Documentation, support content, training guides, organized capture workflows

Platforms: Windows
License: Freemium
Official website: https://www.screenpresso.com/

8. FastStone Capture

FastStone Capture is a compact and capable paid capture tool that many users still appreciate for its speed and simplicity. It supports screenshots, scrolling capture, annotation, and screen recording in a lightweight package. It is a good option for users who want something simpler than Snagit but still feature-rich.

Best for: Lightweight paid capture and recording, practical desktop workflows

Platforms: Windows
License: Commercial
Official website: https://www.faststone.org/FSCaptureDetail.htm

9. PicPick

PicPick is especially useful for designers and developers because it combines screenshots with extra visual tools such as a color picker, pixel ruler, magnifier, protractor, and crosshair. It is more than just a screenshot app, which makes it useful in design and UI work.

Best for: Designers, developers, UI work, visual measurement tools

Platforms: Windows
License: Free Personal / Commercial options available
Official website: https://picpick.app/

10. LICEcap

LICEcap is a small and simple tool designed mainly for recording animated GIFs. It does not try to be a full screenshot suite, but for quick visual demonstrations, bug reports, and tiny looped tutorials, it is still very useful.

Best for: GIF recording, short visual demonstrations, bug reporting

Platforms: Windows, macOS
License: Free
Official website: https://www.cockos.com/licecap/

11. Shutter

Shutter is still worth mentioning for Linux users looking for a dedicated screenshot tool. It is focused more on screenshots than modern full recording workflows, but it remains relevant in Linux-focused lists.

Best for: Linux screenshot workflows

Platforms: Linux
License: Open Source
Official website: https://shutter-project.org/

12. GifCam

GifCam is another lightweight option for animated GIF recording. It is very simple and still useful for users who specifically want quick GIF output without extra complexity.

Best for: Simple GIF screen capture on Windows

Platforms: Windows
License: Free
Official website: https://blog.bahraniapps.com/gifcam/

How to Choose the Right Tool

• If you want the best free professional recorder, choose OBS Studio.
• If you want the best free advanced screenshot tool, choose ShareX.
• If you want the easiest premium all-in-one tool, choose Snagit.
• If you want something already built into Windows, use Snipping Tool or Xbox Game Bar.
• If you want something lightweight for screenshots, choose Greenshot.
• If you create documentation and tutorials regularly, Screenpresso is a strong choice.
• If you need animated GIF capture, try LICEcap or GifCam.

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Over the past five years, I have tested almost every image optimization tool out there, from simple browser tools to full scale enterprise APIs. One thing I learned is that no single tool does everything perfectly. But when you combine the right ones, you can reduce image sizes by 60 to 80 percent without any noticeable loss in quality.

In this guide, I will share the exact tools I use in real production environments, along with their real strengths and limitations, not polished marketing claims.

1. TinyPNG / TinyJPG

TinyPNG uses smart lossy compression that selectively reduces colors in your images, and I've been using it since 2018. It's the first tool I recommend to clients who need quick wins without technical complexity.

Core Features:

• Drag-and-drop web interface that handles up to 20 images at once
• Lossy compression using quantization techniques
• WordPress and Photoshop plugins for workflow integration
• API access for automated processing
• Preserves transparency in PNG files

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: The compression quality is genuinely impressive - I routinely see 70% file size reductions with zero perceptible quality loss. The interface is dead simple, and batch processing saves hours. The API is reliable and well-documented.

Cons: The free tier only allows 20 images per session, which becomes limiting fast. No support for WebP or AVIF conversion. The API pricing can add up quickly if you're processing thousands of images monthly.

Pricing: Free for web interface (20 images/session). API pricing starts around $25/year for 500 compressions/month (check current rates on their website).

Best For: Small to medium sites needing quick, reliable PNG/JPG compression without learning curves.

2. Squoosh

Google's Squoosh is an open-source browser tool that I use when I need granular control over compression settings. It runs entirely in your browser, which means your images never leave your machine - a huge win for client confidentiality.

Core Features:

• Real-time visual comparison with split-screen preview
• Support for modern formats: WebP, AVIF, JPEG XL
• Advanced codec options (MozJPEG, OxiPNG, WebP, AVIF)
• Resize and color palette reduction tools
• Completely free and open-source

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: The visual comparison slider is brilliant for finding the sweet spot between quality and file size. Format support is cutting-edge. Privacy is guaranteed since everything runs client-side. The ability to tweak every compression parameter appeals to my inner control freak.

Cons: One image at a time only - no batch processing. The interface can overwhelm beginners with too many options. No automation capabilities, so it's purely manual work.

Pricing: Completely free, forever.

Best For: Developers who need precise control over individual hero images or when working with sensitive client materials.

3. ImageOptim (Mac Only)

ImageOptim is my daily driver for batch optimization on macOS. I've processed over 100,000 images through this tool, and it's never let me down.

Core Features:

• Drag-and-drop batch processing for unlimited images
• Combines multiple optimization tools (PNGOUT, Zopfli, Pngcrush, MozJPEG)
• Lossless and lossy compression modes
• Strips metadata automatically (EXIF, color profiles)
• Command-line interface for automation

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: Blazing fast batch processing. The lossless mode is perfect for archival work. Free and open-source. Integrates beautifully into macOS workflows. The CLI version works great in build scripts.

Cons: Mac-only, which excludes Windows and Linux users. No WebP or AVIF support in the GUI version. The default settings are conservative - you need to enable lossy compression manually for better results.

Pricing: Free and open-source.

Best For: Mac users who need reliable, fast batch optimization for existing image libraries.

4. ShortPixel

ShortPixel is the WordPress plugin I install on every client site. It's been running on 23 production sites I manage, and it's saved me countless hours of manual optimization.

Core Features:

• Automatic optimization of WordPress media library uploads
• Lossy, glossy, and lossless compression modes
• WebP and AVIF conversion with automatic delivery
• Bulk optimization for existing image libraries
• CDN integration and lazy loading
• PDF and GIF optimization

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: Set-it-and-forget-it automation is perfect for WordPress sites. The glossy mode strikes an excellent balance between quality and compression. WebP delivery with fallbacks works flawlessly. Bulk optimization of legacy libraries is a lifesaver. Customer support actually responds within hours.

Cons: Credit-based pricing can get expensive for high-volume sites. The free tier's 100 images/month runs out fast. Optimization happens on their servers, not yours, which adds processing latency.

Pricing: Free tier: 100 images/month. Paid plans typically start around $4.99/month for several thousand images (verify current pricing on their website).

Best For: WordPress sites that need automated optimization without manual intervention.

5. Cloudinary

Cloudinary is the enterprise solution I recommend when clients need dynamic image transformation at scale. I've used it on e-commerce platforms serving millions of monthly visitors.

Core Features:

• URL-based image transformations (resize, crop, format conversion on-the-fly)
• Automatic format selection (WebP, AVIF) based on browser support
• Responsive image generation with srcset automation
• AI-powered content-aware cropping
• Global CDN delivery
• Video optimization and transformation

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: The URL-based transformation API is incredibly powerful - change image dimensions by editing a URL parameter. Automatic format delivery means you serve WebP to modern browsers and legacy formats to older ones without thinking. The AI cropping actually works well for product images. CDN performance is excellent globally.

Cons: Steep learning curve for the transformation syntax. Pricing complexity makes budgeting difficult. Vendor lock-in is real - migrating away is painful. The free tier's bandwidth limits are hit quickly on production sites.

Pricing: Free tier available with limited credits. Paid plans typically start around $89/month (pricing varies based on usage - check their website for current rates).

Best For: E-commerce platforms and content-heavy sites needing dynamic image delivery at scale.

6. ImageMagick with MozJPEG

ImageMagick is the Swiss Army knife I reach for when building custom optimization pipelines. Combined with MozJPEG, it's the backbone of several CI/CD workflows I've built.

Core Features:

• Command-line image manipulation and conversion
• Batch processing with shell scripts
• Support for 200+ image formats
• Resize, crop, rotate, and color adjustments
• Integration with MozJPEG for superior JPEG compression

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: Ultimate flexibility - if you can imagine it, you can script it. Free and open-source. MozJPEG produces smaller files than standard JPEG encoders. Perfect for CI/CD integration. Runs on any platform.

Cons: Steep learning curve - the command syntax is arcane. No GUI, so it's intimidating for non-developers. Requires manual scripting for automation. Easy to misconfigure and destroy image quality.

Pricing: Free and open-source.

Best For: Developers building custom optimization workflows or integrating into build pipelines.

7. AVIF and WebP Converters (Squoosh CLI / cwebp / avifenc)

Modern image formats like WebP and AVIF typically offer 30-50% better compression than JPEG at equivalent quality levels. I use command-line tools to generate these formats for progressive enhancement.

Core Features:

• Convert JPEG/PNG to WebP or AVIF formats
• Adjustable quality and compression settings
• Batch processing via shell scripts
• Lossless and lossy modes

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: AVIF compression can achieve 50-60% smaller file sizes compared to equivalent quality JPEGs. WebP has excellent browser support (97%+ globally). Free and open-source tools. Easy to integrate into build processes.

Cons: AVIF encoding is slow - expect 10-20x longer processing times than JPEG. Browser support for AVIF has improved significantly with Safari 16+ now supporting it. Requires fallback images for older browsers. Command-line only.

Pricing: Free and open-source.

Best For: Modern web apps targeting current browsers where cutting-edge compression matters.

8. Imgbot (GitHub Integration)

Imgbot is a GitHub bot that automatically optimizes images in pull requests. I've had it running on 15+ repositories, and it's caught countless unoptimized images before they hit production.

Core Features:

• Automatic pull request creation with optimized images
• Lossless compression by default
• Configurable compression settings via .imgbotconfig
• Works with public and private repositories

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: Zero-effort automation - install once and forget. Catches optimization opportunities during code review. Free for open-source projects. The PR-based workflow fits naturally into development processes.

Cons: Only lossless compression by default - you need to configure lossy mode manually. No WebP or AVIF conversion. Can create noisy PRs if you commit many images frequently. Paid tier required for private repos.

Pricing: Free for open-source. $10/month for unlimited private repositories.

Best For: Development teams using GitHub who want automated optimization in their workflow.

9. Sharp (Node.js Library)

Sharp is the Node.js library I use when building custom image processing services. It's fast, reliable, and powers several production APIs I've built.

Core Features:

• High-performance image processing in Node.js
• Resize, crop, rotate, and format conversion
• WebP and AVIF encoding support
• Streaming API for memory efficiency
• Metadata extraction and manipulation

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: Blazing fast - uses libvips under the hood. Memory-efficient streaming processing. Excellent documentation and active community. WebP and AVIF support built-in. Perfect for serverless functions.

Cons: Requires Node.js development skills. Native dependencies can be tricky to deploy on some platforms. No GUI - purely programmatic. Learning curve for the API.

Pricing: Free and open-source.

Best For: Node.js developers building custom image processing services or serverless functions.

10. Optimizilla

Optimizilla is the web tool I share with non-technical clients who need something simpler than Squoosh but more capable than TinyPNG.

Core Features:

• Upload up to 20 images simultaneously
• Visual quality slider for each image
• Real-time preview of compression results
• JPEG and PNG support
• No registration required

Honest Pros & Cons:

Pros: The quality slider with live preview is intuitive for non-developers. Batch processing 20 images at once is practical. Completely free with no registration. Good compression quality.

Cons: No modern format support (WebP, AVIF). The 20-image limit is restrictive for larger projects. No API or automation options. Uploads to their servers, so privacy-sensitive projects should avoid it.

Pricing: Completely free.

Best For: Non-technical users who need occasional batch optimization with visual quality control.

My Recommended Tool Stack

After five years of testing, here's the combination I use on every project:

• For WordPress sites: ShortPixel plugin (set-and-forget automation)
• For static sites: Sharp + GitHub Actions (automated multi-format generation)
• For one-off hero images: Squoosh (visual quality control)
• For bulk legacy optimization: ImageOptim on Mac, or TinyPNG for cross-platform
• For e-commerce at scale: Cloudinary (dynamic transformations + CDN)

Final Thoughts

Image optimization is not something you do once and forget. It is an ongoing practice. The tools I mentioned here have helped my clients recover hundreds of thousands in lost revenue by keeping page load times under two seconds. A good place to start is with the easiest wins. Run your existing images through TinyPNG or ImageOptim today. Then move toward automated workflows using tools like Sharp or ShortPixel.

The web has largely adopted modern formats like AVIF and WebP. WebP now has near-universal browser support (over 97% globally as of 2026), and AVIF support has grown significantly with Safari 16+ and other modern browsers. If you are not using these formats yet, you are missing potential file size reductions of 40 to 50 percent compared to traditional JPEG/PNG.

Think back to that client who lost $47,000. After applying this workflow, their mobile load time dropped from 8 seconds to 1.9 seconds. Their bounce rate fell to 31 percent, and their quarterly revenue fully recovered within six months. Image optimization may not feel exciting, but it delivers some of the highest returns you can get from a website improvement.

Test your own images using these tools, measure the results carefully, and let real data guide your decisions. Your users and your revenue will both benefit.

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You should amend the file wp-config.php that is in the root directory of your WordPress installation.

Before the line in which it says /* That's all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */, add the following line of code:

define( 'WP_POST_REVISIONS', 5 );

Above line restricts WordPress to 5 revisions per post or page. Revisions that are old by default will be deleted.

How to Disable Post Revisions Completely?

To completely turn off post revisions, or you can use the following code instead:

define( 'WP_POST_REVISIONS', false );

Save the wp-config.php file and continue editing your posts as usual. Limiting the number of post revision prevents the heavy size of the database, enhances performance and ensures your WordPress installation is optimized.

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Facebook indicates that you are online by placing a green dot next to your name when your Active Status is enabled. You can disable your Active Status on Facebook and Messenger to browse in private without appearing active.

What Is Active Status?

Your Active Status tells your friends and contacts when:

• You are currently online.
• You were recently active.
• You're using Facebook or Messenger on a device.

Disabling this feature helps protect your privacy and prevents others from seeing your online activity.

How to Turn Off Active Status on Facebook

Method 1: Turn Off Active Status on Desktop

1. Open Facebook.com in your browser.
2. Click your Messenger icon (top right).
3. Select See all in Messenger.
4. Click your profile picture in the top-left corner.
5. Select Preferences → Active Status.
6. Switch the toggle off for Show when you're active.

Method 2: Turn Off Active Status on the Facebook Mobile App

1. Open the Facebook app on your phone.
2. Tap the Menu (☰) icon.
3. Scroll down to Settings & Privacy → Settings.
4. Under Audience and Visibility, tap Active Status.
5. Turn off the toggle for Show when you're active.

Method 3: Turn Off Active Status in Messenger App

1. Open the Messenger app.
2. Tap your profile picture in the top-left.
3. Select Active Status.
4. Turn off Show when you're active.

What Happens When Active Status Is Off?

• You won’t appear online or recently active.
• You also won't see when others are active.
• This change only applies to the device where it was turned off.

Why Turn Off Active Status?

• Privacy: Use Facebook without going online.
• Focus: When working or studying, stay away from messages.
• Stealth viewing: Examine profiles or posts without letting people know you're active.

Conclusion

You have more control over your online presence when you quickly disable your Active Status. Facebook and Messenger allow you to go offline whenever you need to, whether you're avoiding distractions or just want privacy.

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One of the strong security features that Facebook offers in order to guard your account against unauthorized access is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Once this feature is switched on, you will be required to have a special login code or confirmation on your device besides the password each time you log in to your account in a different location or in a different device.

Why Enable Two-Factor Authentication?

Two-Factor Authentication is one additional security measure that you would gain on your Facebook account. Here’s what it does:

• Hack-proof: No matter who steals your password, that person will not be able to log in without the second authentication factor.
• Gives real-time notifications: You will be alerted every time a strange log-in takes place.
• Allows several verification options: You may use SMS, authentication applications, or a security key.

Hack-proof: No matter who steals your password, that person will not be able to log in without the second authentication factor.
Gives real-time notifications: You will be alerted every time a strange log-in takes place.
Allows several verification options: You may use SMS, authentication applications, or a security key.

How to Turn On Two-Factor Authentication on Facebook

Method 1: On Desktop

1. Go to Facebook.com and log in to your account.
2. Click the profile picture at the top-right corner and choose Settings & Privacy → Settings.
3. From the left menu, click Security and Login.
4. Under Two-Factor Authentication, click Edit.
5. Choose your preferred method:
   • Authentication App (recommended): Use apps like Google Authenticator, Duo Mobile, or Authy.
   • Text Message (SMS): Receive a code on your registered phone number.
   • Security Key: Use a physical key like YubiKey for the highest security.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup and confirm your login method.

Method 2: On Mobile App

1. Open the Facebook app on your phone.
2. Tap the Menu (☰) icon.
3. Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings.
4. Tap Account Center → Password and Security.
5. Under Two-Factor Authentication, tap Set Up.
6. Choose between Authentication App or Text Message and follow the prompts to complete the setup.

Backup and Recovery Tips

• Save your recovery codes in a secure place — you can use them if you lose your phone.
• Consider adding a backup authentication method for emergencies.
• Never share your authentication codes with anyone.

How to Turn Off Two-Factor Authentication (Not Recommended)

You can disable 2FA anytime by visiting the same settings page and selecting Turn Off. However, this makes your account more vulnerable to unauthorized access.

Why 2FA Matters

One of the simplest and most convenient methods of securing your Facebook account is Two-Factor Authentication. Attackers will not be able to access your account even in the case of a stolen password unless they perform your second verification. It is a compact system set up that provides massive protection.

You can even take a few minutes and enable Two-Factor Authentication today, which is one of the most secure and the easiest methods to have your Facebook account secured against unauthorized access.

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