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How to make your diary visible to others

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This article explains how to change who can see your Food and Exercise Diary and how to view a friend's diary on iOS, Android, and the website.

 

Great habits are easier with friends in your corner. Sharing your diary lets others cheer on your wins and learn from your meals. You choose who sees it. Pick your device below to get started.

 

Making your diary visible to others

iOS

  1. Open the MyFitnessPal app.
  2. Tap the More menu in the bottom right. If you don't see a More menu, tap your Profile icon in the upper right instead.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Sharing & Privacy.
  5. Tap Diary Sharing.
  6. Choose Public, Friends Only, or Locked with a key.
  7. Tap the Checkmark in the upper right to save your choice.

Android

  1. Open the MyFitnessPal app.
  2. Tap the More menu in the bottom right. If you don't see a More menu, tap your Profile icon in the upper right instead.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Privacy.
  5. Tap Sharing & Email Settings.
  6. Tap Diary Sharing.
  7. Choose Public, Friends Only, or Locked with a key. Your choice will be saved automatically.

Website

  1. Log in to the website using the same email and password you use with the app.
  2. Click Settings.
  3. Click Diary Settings.
  4. Scroll down and choose Public, Friends Only, or Locked with a key under Diary Sharing.
  5. Click Save Changes. 

How to view a friend's diary

iOS and Android

  1. Open the MyFitnessPal app.
  2. Tap the More menu in the bottom right. If you don't see a More menu, tap your Profile icon in the upper right instead.
  3. Tap Friends.
  4. Tap the friend whose diary you want to see.
  5. Tap the book icon to open their diary.


Website

  1. Log in to the website using the same email and password you use with the app.
  2. Click the Friends tab.
  3. Click your friend's name.
  4. Click View Diary.

Frequently asked questions 

How do I add friends so they can see my diary?

Invite them first. Learn how to invite a current member to be your friend.

Know someone who isn't a member yet? Learn how to invite a friend to join MyFitnessPal.

Can I share my diary with a trainer, doctor, or nutritionist?

Yes. Learn how to export your data or share your diary with a trainer, doctor, or nutritionist.

What should I do if my friend can't see my diary?

Check that your Diary Sharing setting is Public or Friends Only, and that you saved it. Then confirm the two of you are friends. Still not working? Submit a request to our Customer Support team, and we'll take a look.

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