Is it illegal to view a Facebook story anonymously? Generally, no. If a story is public, you are allowed to view it using any means necessary under most jurisdictions. However, violating Facebook’s Terms of Service (which you do when using third-party apps) can lead to a permanent account ban.

Remember: Anonymity is not a shield for harassment. Using these methods to stalk, threaten, or violate someone’s privacy crosses a legal line.

This is the most labor-intensive but permanent solution. Create a completely fake Facebook profile with no friends, no photo, and no personal information.

Step-by-step:

Pros: Completely undetectable as "anonymous" from your perspective. Cons: You have to maintain the account (Facebook deletes fake accounts frequently). Also, if the target has their story set to "Friends only," this won't work.

While not anonymous viewing but a post-view action, taking a screenshot or screen recording of a story doesn't notify the poster. However, consider the ethical implications and potential for misuse.