How to completely remove VKontakte likes on Android: official and hidden methods

Social network VKontakte automatically publishes information about your likes in the activity feed, which is not always convenient. Many users of Androiddevices want to hide this activity - be it for privacy reasons, a desire to avoid awkward situations, or simply to keep their profile clean. Unfortunately since 2023, VK has removed the direct option "Hide likes" from the mobile application, but workarounds still exist.

In this article we will analyze all the current methods - from the official settings (which still work through web version) to little-known tricks with VK Mods and alternative clients. We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions Android (10-14) and potential risks when using unofficial methods. If you are looking for a way to make your profile more private, read on.

Why VKontakte likes are visible to other users and how it works

By default VKontakte shows your likes in three places:

• 📌 Activity feed on your page - the last 10-20 likes are displayed here (depending on privacy settings).
• 🔍 Section "News" from friends - your likes can appear in the feed of those who follow you.
• 📊 Post statistics —owners of communities and pages see exactly who liked their content.

This system works based on social network algorithms that consider likes as part of the “social graph” - they help generate recommendations and show relevant content. However, for the user this often means loss of privacy: for example, your like under a political post or a meme of dubious content can be interpreted incorrectly.

It is important to understand that VKontakte does not provide a direct function to “delete all likes at once” - they can only be hidden from prying eyes or delete manually. At the same time, some likes (for example, under posts in closed groups) are visible only to members of these communities.

Official method: hiding likes through the web version of VK

Although in the mobile application VK for Android the option to hide likes has disappeared, it can still be activated via full version of the site. This method works on all devices, including smartphones, if you use the browser in "For Computer" mode.

Instructions:

1. Open a browser (for example, Chrome or Firefox) on your phone.
2. Go to the website vk.com and log in.
3. Click on the three dots in the browser menu → select"Computer version".
4. Go to"My page" →"Edit" (under avatar).
5. Select tab"Privacy".
6. Find block"Who sees my likes" and install value"Only me".
7. Save the changes.

After this, your new likes will not appear in the activity feed, but old likes will remain visibleunless you delete them manually. Also, this method does not hide likes from post owners - they will still see that you appreciated their content.

How to delete individual likes manually through the mobile application

If you need to remove specific likes (for example, under posts with compromising content), this can be done in the official application VK for AndroidPlease note that the manual deletion process can take a long time if there are hundreds of likes.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Open the application VK and go to your page.
2. Tap on the icon"Activity" (the heart icon under your avatar).
3. Find the like you want to delete and click on it.
4. In the post that opens, tap on the icon 👍 (or ❤️, if it is not a like, but another reaction) - this will remove your rating.
5. To speed up the process, you can use a filter by type of activity (likes, reposts, comments).

Please note:

• 🔄 Removing a like does not erase it from the history forever - VKontakte stores data about user actions for 30 days (by default).
• 📊 If the post was deleted by the author, your like under it will disappear automatically.
• ⚡ To mass delete likes, you will need third-party software (more on this in the next section).

Hide likes through unofficial clients: VK Mods and alternatives

If the official methods do not suit you, you can use modified versions of the VK application, such as VK Mods, Kate Mobile or VKontakte Reborn. These clients offer advanced privacy features, including:

• 🔒 Complete hiding of likes from all users (including friends).
• 🧹 Mass deletion of likes by filters (by date, content type).
• 👤 Ability to view other people's likes, even if they are hidden.

However, this method has serious risks:

⚠️ Attention: The use of unofficial clients violates User Agreement. VKontakte. Your account may be blocked without warning, especially if you actively use the mass deletion functions. We recommend creating a backup copy of your data (exporting contacts, messages) before using such applications.

If you still decide to try, here are brief instructions for VK Mods:

1. Download the APK file from the official website vkmods.app (do not use third-party sources!).
2. Allow installation from unknown sources in the settings Android (Settings → Applications → Special access → Install unknown applications).
3. Install the application and log in.
4. Go to Settings → Privacy → Likes and activate the option"Hide all likes".

An alternative option is to use Kate Mobile, which offers gentler modifications and is less likely to lead to blocking. In it, the function of hiding likes is called "Private mode" and works on the principle of "invisibility" of your activity for other users.

Client	Hide likes	Mass deletion	Risk of blocking	Root required
VK Mods	✅ Full	✅ Yes	❗❗❗ High	❌ No
Kate Mobile	✅ Partial	❌ No	❗ Average	❌ No
VKontakte Reborn	✅ Full	✅ Yes (paid)	❗❗ High	❌ No
Official VK	❌ Only via web	❌ No	✅ No risk	❌ No

How to hide likes using scripts (for advanced users)

If you are familiar with the basics JavaScript and are ready to spend time setting up, you can use user scripts to automatically hide likes. This method works through the browser on Android and requires installing an extension Tampermonkey or Violentmonkey.

Action algorithm:

1. Install Tampermonkey from Google Play or F-Droid.
2. Open a browser, go to vk.com and log in.
3. Install this script (copy the code below into a new script in Tampermonkey):

// ==UserScript==
// @name VK Hide Likes
// @namespace http://tampermonkey.net/
// @version 1.0
// @description Hides likes in the VK activity feed
// @author You
// @match https://vk.com/*
// @grant none
// ==/UserScript==

(function {
'use strict';
setInterval(function {
var likes = document.querySelectorAll('div[class*="like"]');
likes.forEach(function(like) {
like.style.display ='none';
});
}, 1000);
});

This script will automatically hide all elements with a class containing "like", but it does not delete likes. physically - they simply become invisible to you. For other users, your activity will remain visible.

⚠️ Attention: Scripts may stop working after updates VKontakte. Also, their use can be considered a violation of automation rules, which theoretically leads to account blocking. Do not use scripts for mass actions (liking, sending messages).

For deeper settings (for example, hiding likes only in certain sections), you will need to edit the script code. If you do not understand JavaScript, it is better to use other methods from this article.

How to check if the script is working?

After installation, refresh the VK page. If the likes have disappeared from the activity feed, the script is working. If not, check whether Tampermonkey is enabled in the browser settings and whether @match is specified correctly in the code.

What to do if the likes are still visible: additional measures

If after all the manipulations the likes continue to be displayed, check the following points:

1. Application cache: Sometimes old data is saved in the cache. Try clearing it through Android Settings → Applications → VK → Memory → Clear cache.
2. Group privacy settings: Likes in open communities always visible to everyone, even if you have hidden activity on your page. The solution is to leave the group or like only in closed publics.
3. Updating the application: In new ones. versions VK bugs may appear that reset your privacy settings. Update the application to the latest version in Google Play.
4. Double authorization: If you log into your account from several devices, the privacy settings may not be synchronized. Check them on all gadgets. data-i="210">Double authorization:

If the problem is not solved, try alternative method:

• 📱 Install VK Lite —a lightweight version of the application, where old interface options are sometimes saved.
• 🌐 Use the mobile version of the site (m.vk.com- you can still find some hidden settings in it.

As a last resort, there is a radical way - create a new account and transfer only the necessary information there. This will help “reset” the entire activity history, but it will take time to restore friends and. subscriptions.

How to avoid information leakage through likes in the future

In order not to return to the problem of hiding likes, follow these rules:

• 🔐 Check your settings regularly (once every 1-2 months) privacy via web version of VK —they can be reset after updates.
• 🚫 Avoid likes under posts in open groups with a large audience - they are more difficult to hide.
• 📵 Use the "Incognito" function in some modified clients (for example, Kate Mobile) to like anonymously.
• 🔄 Periodically clear the activity feed manually (once every 3-6 months) so that old likes do not accumulate.

It is also worth remembering that VKontakte may change the privacy policy. For example, in 2026, the "Recommendations for likes" function was introduced, which analyzes. your activity for targeted advertising. To disable it:

1. Go to Settings → Advertising.
2. Disable option"Personalized advertising".

This will not hide likes completely, but will reduce their impact on your news feed.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about hiding likes on VKontakte

Is it possible to hide likes so that even the owner of the post does not see them?

No, the owner of a post or community always seeswho liked his content You can only delete the like manually or hide it from your feed. activity for other users.

Will likes set before changing the settings be hidden?

No, privacy settings apply only to new likesOld likes will remain visible unless they are deleted manually or you do not use the modified one. client with a mass deletion function.

Is it possible to return hidden likes back?

Yes, if you have hidden likes through the privacy settings, they can be made visible again by selecting the option"All users" or"Friends and friends of friends". However, likes deleted manually or through scripts cannot be restored.

Why are they still visible in some places after hiding likes?

This is related with data caching or display features in different versions of the application. Try:

• Clear the application cache VK.
• Check settings through the browser (web version).
• Wait 24 hours - sometimes changes are not applied immediately.

Is there a legal way to mass delete likes?

No, VKontakte does not provide such a function. The only legal ways are:

• Deleting likes manually. (long, but safe).
• Contacting VK support with a request to clear the activity (rarely helps).

All other methods (scripts, modified clients) violate the rules of the service.