When you set your profile to "Private" (or "Friends Only"), Facebook’s servers do not send the data of your posts, photos, or stories to a user who is not logged in as a friend. The server checks the requesting user's ID against the privacy settings of the target profile.
Introduction In the vast ecosystem of social media, Facebook remains a titan—boasting nearly 3 billion monthly active users. With such a massive audience, privacy has become a premium feature. Many users lock down their profiles, sharing content only with a select group of "Friends." This has given rise to a burning curiosity: What if you want to see a private profile without being friends?
You cannot view the contents of a safety deposit box that isn't yours by using a "viewer tool." The bank (Facebook) simply refuses to show you. No amount of third-party software can force the bank's servers to hand over data they are programmed to withhold. Part 4: The "View as Specific Person" Myth Some tech-savvy users recall that Facebook has a legitimate feature called "View As." This tool (found in your profile settings) allows you to see what your own profile looks like to the public or to a specific friend.
