How to change your Facebook page name

You can change your Facebook page name directly from the page settings on desktop or mobile. The process takes about two minutes. Facebook lets you change the name once every 60 days, so plan ahead if you need multiple changes.

The name you change is the public name that appears at the top of your page and in search results. This is different from your personal profile name. Page admins with full control can make this change; if you manage a page but don't have admin rights, you'll need to ask the page owner to do it.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your page name once every 60 days from the page settings menu.
  • On desktop, go to Settings, then Page Info, then click Edit next to the page name.
  • On mobile, tap the menu icon, go to Settings, then Page Info, then tap Edit.
  • Facebook may reject names that look like personal profiles, contain numbers that mimic letters, or violate community standards.
  • After you change the name, it takes effect immediately, but old links to your page still work.

Steps to change your page name on desktop

Open your Facebook page in a web browser and look for the Settings option. This is usually in the left sidebar menu under your page name, or you can click the three-dot menu icon at the top right of your page cover photo and select Settings from the dropdown.

Once you're in Settings, click Page Info in the left menu. Find the row that shows your current page name. Click the Edit button next to it. A text box will appear where you can type your new name. Delete the old name and type the new one, then click Save Changes.

Facebook will check your new name against its rules. If it passes, the change takes effect right away. If Facebook rejects it, you'll see a message explaining why — usually because the name looks like a personal profile, contains numbers that mimic letters (like using "0" instead of "O"), or violates community standards.

Steps to change your page name on mobile

Open the Facebook app and navigate to your page. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of your screen. Scroll down and tap Settings.

Tap Page Info. You'll see your current page name listed. Tap Edit next to the name. Type your new page name in the text box, then tap Save. The change will process and take effect immediately if it meets Facebook's naming rules.

What Facebook will and won't allow as a page name

Facebook has specific rules about what page names can contain. Your page name cannot impersonate a real person, brand, or public figure. It cannot use numbers in place of letters (like "F4c3b00k" instead of "Facebook"). It cannot be entirely in uppercase letters. It cannot contain special characters or symbols except hyphens and apostrophes in some cases.

Your page name should describe what your page is about — a business name, organization name, or clear topic. If your page is for a local business, including your city name is fine. If you're changing from a name that was rejected before, try a simpler version without numbers, symbols, or unusual spacing.

The 60-day waiting period between name changes

After you change your page name, you must wait 60 days before you can change it again. This limit applies even if Facebook rejected your first attempt — the clock starts when you make the change, not when it's approved. If you need to change the name again sooner, you'll see a message telling you when you can make the next change.

Plan your page name carefully before you change it, especially if you're switching from a name you've used for a while. Your followers will see the new name immediately, but old links to your page (like links in comments or shared posts) will still work and redirect to your page.

What happens to your page after you change the name

Your page URL (web address) does not change when you change your page name. If your page URL is facebook.com/mypage, it stays that way even if you change the display name to something completely different. This means old links, bookmarks, and shares still point to your page correctly.

Your followers will see the new name in their feed and on your page. If you have a custom URL set up (like facebook.com/yourname instead of facebook.com/123456789), changing your page name does not affect it. You can set or change a custom URL separately in Page Info if you want the web address to match your new page name.

If Facebook rejects your new page name

Facebook will tell you why it rejected your name. The most common reasons are: the name looks like a personal profile instead of a page, the name contains numbers that replace letters, the name is all uppercase, or the name violates community standards (like containing hate speech or harassment).

Try a different version of the name. Remove numbers, use proper capitalization, and make sure it clearly describes your page or business. If you're trying to use a brand name that's trademarked, Facebook may reject it if you don't own the trademark. In that case, you can appeal through Facebook's Brand Resources process, but this requires proof of ownership.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my page name more than once every 60 days?

No. Facebook enforces a 60-day waiting period between name changes. The timer starts when you make a change, even if Facebook initially rejects it. You'll see the exact date you can change it again in your Page Info settings.

Will my followers lose access to my page if I change the name?

No. Your page URL and all links to your page remain the same. Followers will simply see your new name when they visit. Old links in posts, comments, and messages still work and take people to your page.

What if someone else owns a page with the name I want?

You cannot use a name that's already taken by another page. Facebook will reject it during the name change process. Try adding a descriptor (like your city, a number, or "official") to make it unique.

Can I change my page name if I'm not the page owner?

Only page admins with full control can change the page name. If you manage the page but don't have admin rights, ask the page owner to make the change for you through their Settings menu.

Does changing my page name affect my Facebook ads or business account?

No. Your ads and business account settings stay the same. Your ads will simply show the new page name going forward. Any targeting, budgets, or campaign settings remain unchanged.