Meta Tests Two-Link Limit on Facebook for Non-Paid Users

Meta has launched a limited test on Facebook that restricts certain users to posting just two external links per month in their main posts, unless they subscribe to the paid Meta Verified service, which begins at around $10 monthly in the United States.

The experiment, spotted by users in recent days, targets accounts in Professional Mode—personal profiles converted for creator use—and Facebook Pages. These features allow broader audience discovery and monetization tools for content creators. Without the subscription, users receive a warning that exceeding the limit will block additional link posts until the next month. Meta Verified, which also provides account verification and enhanced security, offers tiers up to nearly $400 per month for advanced benefits, including unlimited link sharing in higher plans.

A Meta spokesperson confirmed the test to multiple outlets, stating, "This is a limited test to understand whether the ability to publish an increased volume of posts with links adds additional value for Meta Verified subscribers." The company emphasized that the trial involves only a small group of users and excludes news publishers. Links in comments, affiliate links, and...