How to change a Facebook page name

You can change your Facebook page name directly from your page settings. The process takes a few minutes and doesn't require you to delete or recreate the page. Facebook allows you to change your page name up to five times every 60 days, though the exact limit may vary depending on your page type and history.

The steps differ slightly depending on whether you're using a computer or a mobile device, but the settings are in the same place either way. You'll need to be an admin or editor of the page to make this change.

Key Takeaways

  • Page admins and editors can change a Facebook page name from the page settings menu without losing followers, posts, or page history.
  • Facebook limits name changes to five times per 60-day period, and some page types have additional restrictions.
  • The page URL (web address) may not change immediately when you update the name, and custom URLs require a separate process.
  • If your page name change is rejected, Facebook will tell you why — usually because the name violates community standards or uses misleading language.

Steps to change your page name on a computer

Open your Facebook page and look for the settings icon (a gear or three horizontal lines) near the top right of your page header. Click it and select "Page settings" or "Settings" from the menu that appears.

On the left side of the settings page, click "Edit page info" or "General." You'll see a field labeled "Page name" at the top. Click in that field, delete the current name, and type the new name you want. Click "Save changes" when you're done. Facebook will confirm the change, and your new page name will appear immediately across your page.

Steps to change your page name on mobile

Open your Facebook page and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of your screen. Scroll down and tap "Settings and privacy," then tap "Settings."

Tap "Page settings" or scroll to find "Edit page info." Look for the "Page name" field and tap it to edit. Type your new page name and tap "Save" or "Done." The change will take effect right away, and you'll see the new name on your page.

What happens to your page URL when you change the name

Your page's web address (URL) may not change automatically when you update your page name. If your page has a custom URL — something like facebook.com/yourpagename — that custom URL stays the same even after you change the page name. This is actually helpful because anyone who bookmarked or shared your old URL can still find you.

If you want to change your custom URL to match your new page name, you'll need to do that separately in the "Edit page info" section. Look for "Facebook page URL" or "Custom URL" and follow the prompts to request a new one. Facebook may take time to process a custom URL change, and you can only change it once every 60 days.

Reasons Facebook might reject your page name change

Facebook reviews page name changes to enforce its community standards. Your new name will be rejected if it contains impersonation (pretending to be a real person or organization you're not), misleading language (like "Official" when you're not), or repeated symbols, numbers, or characters that make the name hard to read.

Names that include excessive hashtags, URLs, or promotional language are also commonly rejected. If your change is rejected, Facebook will send you a message explaining why. You can try again with a different name, and there's no penalty for a rejected submission — you can attempt another change right away.

Limits on how often you can change your page name

Facebook allows most page admins to change a page name up to five times within a 60-day rolling period. This means if you made five changes in the last 60 days, you'll have to wait until the oldest change falls outside that window before you can make another one. Some page types — like those verified as official business pages or public figures — may have stricter limits.

If you've hit your limit, Facebook will tell you when you can change the name again. There's no way to bypass this limit, but it resets automatically as time passes.

What stays the same after you change your page name

Changing your page name does not affect your followers, posts, photos, or any content you've published. Your page history remains intact, and people who follow you will continue to see your updates in their feed. Your page ID — the unique number Facebook assigns to every page — never changes, even if you change the name multiple times.

Any integrations or apps connected to your page will keep working. If you've set up Instagram cross-posting, messenger bots, or third-party tools, they'll continue to function normally after a name change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my page name back to what it was before?

Yes, changing your name back counts as a separate change and uses one of your five allowed changes per 60 days. If you've already used all five changes in the current 60-day window, you'll have to wait until the oldest change expires before you can change it again.

What if someone else already has the page name I want?

Facebook allows multiple pages to have the same name — page names don't have to be unique. However, your custom URL must be unique. If the custom URL you want is taken, you'll need to choose a different one or add numbers or words to make it distinct.

Does changing my page name affect my Facebook ads or campaigns?

No. Any active ads or campaigns linked to your page will continue to run and will automatically display your new page name. You don't need to pause, restart, or edit your campaigns when you change the page name.

Can I change my page name if my page is suspended or restricted?

If your page is suspended or under review, you won't be able to change the name until the issue is resolved. Contact Facebook through your Help Center to find out why your page is restricted and what steps you need to take to restore full access.