Facebook Illiterate: Understanding Friend Requests from Strangers

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores participants' experiences and questions regarding receiving friend requests from unknown individuals on Facebook. Participants share their confusion and strategies for managing these requests, as well as their general feelings about using the platform.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a newcomer to Facebook, expresses confusion about receiving friend requests from strangers and questions how these individuals find them.
  • Another participant mentions that some people search for friends by categories and suggests ignoring requests from those not personally known.
  • Several users share similar experiences of receiving requests from unknown individuals and express uncertainty about the motivations behind these requests.
  • One participant describes a method of checking for mutual friends before accepting requests, which has helped them connect with fellow consultants.
  • Another participant notes that friends can suggest others to befriend, contributing to the influx of requests.
  • Some participants discuss the ability to "unfriend" someone without notifying them and inquire about managing hidden friends and requests.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to handling friend requests from unknown individuals, with some participants advocating for checking mutual friends while others prefer to ignore such requests altogether. No clear consensus emerges on a single method for managing these interactions.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to their use of Facebook, particularly in the context of connecting with fellow Pampered Chef consultants.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to new Facebook users, particularly those within the Pampered Chef consultant community, who are navigating friend requests and social interactions on the platform.

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Hi, all!!!

as described above, I'm "facebook illiterate"! I only joined because someone else (a friend) sent me a request. Now I really don't know what I'm doing! I've been on it for months and I still don't know! I don't really have time to spend on it learning. My friend is disabled and not working and has nothing better to do! I do!

My question for today is, how is it that I get friend requests from people that I don't know??? How do these people find me???

Thanks!!!
 
Some people seach "categories" and request friends. You can ignore them and only accept friends that you know. Now some people you might not think you know, but maybe you did in High School (now they have married names).
 
I have that same question!

I've had friend requests from people who I have no idea who they are, and we don't have any mutual friends...how do they find me, and why do they want to friend me?
I ignore them...:rolleyes:
 
Caraighan, if someone sends me a friend request, and I don't think I know them, I always check to see if we have mutual friends. You can do this by clicking on their name in the friend request, and either a box will come up which tells you how many mutual friends you have (you can also click to see who they are), or it will take you straight to their profile page, which, again, will tell you the mutual friends (on the left hand side of the page). I have alot of Cheffer friends on Facebook through this method.

Feel free to ask us any other questions - and, be sure to add me as a friend! Sarah Cutler Rodriguez.
 
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pampchefsarah said:
Caraighan, if someone sends me a friend request, and I don't think I know them, I always check to see if we have mutual friends. You can do this by clicking on their name in the friend request, and either a box will come up which tells you how many mutual friends you have (you can also click to see who they are), or it will take you straight to their profile page, which, again, will tell you the mutual friends (on the left hand side of the page). I have alot of Cheffer friends on Facebook through this method.

Feel free to ask us any other questions - and, be sure to add me as a friend! Sarah Cutler Rodriguez.
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I'll be sure to do that as soon as I figure out how!!! :D LOL Remember, I'm the illiterate one!!!
 
I hear you, I joined about a month ago and I have a TON of friends. Most are all the ladies here (you guys rock!!!) and it's hard to figure out who they are unless they put their CS name. Then I'm like - oh I know you!!
I have been having a blast!

PS you can always tell it's a cheffer because they use DH, DD, etc. and noone else knows what they are saying. LOL
 
If someone I don't recognize sends me a friend request I send them the following message:Hi, you've requested me as a friend. Unfortunately, I can't quite place you. Could you remind me how we know one another?By doing this you allow that person to see your profile for a while (a week? a month?), but it's worth it to me. I don't' want to miss out on someone I know, but I don't want a bunch of people I don't know on my FB news page, either.
 
I'm new to FB too....I was surprised by how many requests came my way....turns out some of your friends can also send suggestions to others to befriend you! LOL

I've just stop checking the requests for now because it is a bit overwhelming. I have 2 questions,

If you mistakenly accepted someone as a friend because you thought you knew them....can you "unfriend" them? Do they get notified of your action?

If you accidentally hid someone...when you meant to hide their quiz results, how do you "unhide" them?

Any insight is appreciated.
 
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raebates said:
If someone I don't recognize sends me a friend request I send them the following message:

Hi, you've requested me as a friend. Unfortunately, I can't quite place you. Could you remind me how we know one another?

By doing this you allow that person to see your profile for a while (a week? a month?), but it's worth it to me. I don't' want to miss out on someone I know, but I don't want a bunch of people I don't know on my FB news page, either.
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Can you do this without adding them as a friend? I don't know how to do ANYTHING on facebook!!!

Thanks!!
 
Yes you can unfriend them and no, they won't know.

And yes, you can send them a message like Rae mentioned without adding them.
 
Jolie_Paradoxe said:
If you mistakenly accepted someone as a friend because you thought you knew them....can you "unfriend" them? Do they get notified of your action?
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You can just delete them by going to your Friend list and clicking the X that appears when you hover your mouse over their name. They do not get notified.

Jolie_Paradoxe said:
If you accidentally hid someone...when you meant to hide their quiz results, how do you "unhide" them?
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You can scroll all the way to the bottom of your home page and there's a link to show hidden messages.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Facebook Illiterate: Understanding Friend Requests from Strangers" about?

"Facebook Illiterate: Understanding Friend Requests from Strangers" explores the phenomenon of unsolicited friend requests on social media platforms, particularly Facebook. It delves into the motivations behind these requests, the implications for privacy and security, and how users can navigate their online social interactions more effectively.

Why do people receive friend requests from strangers?

People receive friend requests from strangers for various reasons, including networking opportunities, curiosity, or attempts to build a larger online presence. Some may also be looking to connect with individuals who share similar interests or backgrounds, while others might have less benign intentions, such as spamming or phishing.

How can users protect themselves from unwanted friend requests?

Users can protect themselves from unwanted friend requests by adjusting their privacy settings, such as limiting who can send them friend requests. Additionally, they should be cautious about accepting requests from unknown individuals and consider reviewing profiles carefully before accepting any connections.

What should someone do if they receive a suspicious friend request?

If someone receives a suspicious friend request, they should not accept it immediately. Instead, they can investigate the profile by checking mutual friends, posts, and overall activity. If the profile seems fake or suspicious, it’s best to ignore or block the request to maintain security.

Are there any psychological effects associated with receiving friend requests from strangers?

Yes, receiving friend requests from strangers can have psychological effects, such as anxiety or discomfort regarding privacy. It may also lead to feelings of social pressure to accept requests to appear more popular or connected. Understanding these dynamics can help users manage their online interactions more thoughtfully.

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