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REPORTED · NEWSPublished Dec 9, 2025

Meta Platforms, Inc. to Lay Off 3,600 Employees

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,600
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~5.0%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Jan 15, 2025
3,600 OF 72,404 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Meta Platforms, Inc. is reportedly laying off 3,600 employees as part of its ongoing restructuring efforts. This decision comes amid a challenging economic environment and aims to streamline operations and reduce costs. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the tech industry, where many companies are facing similar challenges. While specific details regarding the affected locations or departments have not been disclosed, this significant reduction in workforce reflects Meta's response to current market conditions.

Meta Platforms, Inc. cut 3,600 jobs as of January 15, 2025.

That is roughly 5% of the 72,404 people Meta Platforms, Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 100 layoff events at Meta Platforms, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 83,395 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff23 hours ago

Meta Platforms, Inc. cut 3,600 jobs on March 15, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff23 hours ago

Meta Platforms, Inc. cut 3,600 jobs on January 15, 2025. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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