Any new posts that you create in your account will only be shared with your friends. Keep in mind, though, that locking your profile does not change how people find you on Facebook.

A cellphone user thumbs through the privacy settings on a Facebook account in Ottawa on Wednesday. Limiting access by third-party apps is one way users can help protect their privacy.

Facebook’s Profile Lock is a built-in privacy tool that limits access to your personal content. When activated, only your friends can view your full-size profile and cover photos, stories, posts ...

Facebook Profile Lock is an excellent way to boost your privacy and security online. Whether you're safeguarding personal content or preventing unauthorized access, this feature is a must-use for ...

Facebook provides tools to protect your account. However, it doesn't do the best job of surfacing them. Here are four powerful ways to secure your Facebook account that go beyond the password.