Facebook has recently announced that they have fixed a technical issue causing accidental friend requests to be sent out between February 17th, 2024, and March 29th, 2024.
Many users who received the notification expressed confusion about unexpected friend requests.

The social media giant has apologized for the inconvenience caused by this glitch. They encourage users to review their friend requests and manage them within their settings if they receive any questionable requests during the affected period.
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Bijay Pokharel is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Abijita, an independent technology and cybersecurity news publication established in 2017. A specialist in cybersecurity journalism, Bijay covers vulnerability research, malware analysis, enterprise data breaches, digital privacy, and emerging technologies. His work translates complex technical threats into precise, accessible, and actionable intelligence for security professionals and general readers alike. His reporting and investigative coverage are routinely cited and republished across leading technology and security media.



