Change Your Password on Facebook's Settings Page

To change your Facebook password, go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Security and Login. Scroll down to the "Login" section and find "Change password." Click that button, enter your current password, type your new password twice, and click "Change password" to save it.

Facebook will log you out of all your devices after you change your password. You'll need to log back in on each device you use — your phone, tablet, computer, or any other place where you access Facebook. This logout happens automatically and protects your account if someone else had access to it.

The new password takes effect immediately. If you see a login screen on any device, that's normal — just enter your new password and you're back in.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Security and Login to find the "Change password" button.
  • You must enter your current password before creating a new one.
  • Facebook logs you out everywhere after you change your password, so you'll need to log back in on all your devices.
  • Your new password works right away — there's no waiting period or confirmation email.
  • A strong password uses uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and is at least 8 characters long.

What to Do If You Forgot Your Current Password

If you don't remember your current password, you can't use the Settings page to change it. Instead, go to the Facebook login page and click "Forgotten password?" Enter the email address or phone number linked to your account. Facebook will send you a link to reset your password.

Click the link in the email (or text message if you used a phone number). You'll be taken to a page where you can create a new password without entering the old one. After you set your new password, log in with it right away.

Changing Your Password on Mobile Apps

On the Facebook mobile app for iPhone or Android, tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) at the bottom right. Scroll down and tap Settings & Privacy, then Settings. Tap Security and Login. Under the "Login" section, tap "Change password." Enter your current password, then type your new password twice and tap "Change password."

The process is the same as on a computer — you'll be logged out of the app and need to log back in with your new password.

Creating a Password That's Hard to Guess

A strong password is at least 8 characters long and mixes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. For example, "BlueMoon#2024" is stronger than "password" or "12345678." Avoid using your name, birthday, or words that appear in the dictionary.

Don't reuse passwords from other accounts. If someone gets your Facebook password, you want to make sure they can't use it to access your email, bank, or other important accounts. A password manager — a tool that stores and generates passwords — can help you keep track of different passwords for different sites.

Checking Where You're Logged In

After you change your password, you can see all the devices and locations where you're logged into Facebook. Go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Security and Login. Look for "Where you're logged in." This list shows your phone, computer, tablet, or any other device currently connected to your account.

If you see a device you don't recognize, click it and select "Log out." This removes access from that device without changing your password. If you think someone else accessed your account, log out everywhere and then change your password.

Two-Factor Authentication for Extra Security

Two-factor authentication adds a second step to logging in. After you enter your password, Facebook asks for a code from your phone before letting you in. This means someone who knows your password still can't access your account without your phone.

To turn on two-factor authentication, go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Security and Login. Find "Two-factor authentication" and click "Edit." Choose whether you want codes sent by text message or generated by an authentication app. Follow the steps to set it up. From then on, you'll need both your password and a code to log in on new devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password delete my messages or photos?

No. Changing your password only affects how you log in. All your messages, photos, posts, and other content stay on your account. The only thing that changes is that you'll need to use your new password the next time you log in.

How often should I change my Facebook password?

There's no set rule. Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another site that got hacked, or if you haven't changed it in over a year. If you use a unique, strong password and two-factor authentication, you don't need to change it constantly.

What if I can't log back in after changing my password?

Double-check that you're typing your new password correctly — passwords are case-sensitive, so "Password" is different from "password." If you still can't log in, click "Forgotten password?" on the login page and reset it again. Make sure you're using the email or phone number connected to your account.

Can I change my password on Facebook Messenger?

No. Messenger uses the same password as your main Facebook account. To change it, you must go through the Facebook website or app using the steps above. Once you change your password, you'll automatically be logged out of Messenger and can log back in with your new password.