The Basic Steps to Rename Your Facebook Page

To change your Facebook page name, go to your page, click the three dots in the top right corner, and select Edit Page Info. Find the Page Name field, type your new name, and click Save Changes. The new name takes effect immediately, though it may take a few minutes to appear everywhere Facebook displays it.

Facebook allows you to change your page name once every 28 days. If you changed it recently, you will see a countdown timer telling you when you can change it again. This limit exists to prevent spam and confusion, so plan your name change carefully if you know you will want to adjust it soon.

The person making the change must have admin access to the page. If you manage the page but are not the original creator, the page owner may need to grant you admin rights first through the Page Roles section in settings.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your page name by going to Edit Page Info and updating the Page Name field, with changes taking effect immediately.
  • Facebook enforces a 28-day waiting period between name changes to prevent misuse, so you cannot change it again until that period passes.
  • Only people with admin access to the page can make this change, so you may need to ask the page owner to grant you permission first.
  • Your old page name will no longer appear to new visitors, but the page URL may stay the same depending on when you created the page.

What Happens to Your Page URL When You Change the Name

When you change your page name, your page URL may or may not change depending on whether you have a custom URL. If your page uses a custom URL (like facebook.com/yourpagename), changing the page name does not automatically update the URL. You can change the custom URL separately through the Page Info section, but you can only do this once.

If your page does not have a custom URL yet, Facebook assigns you a default URL based on your page ID number. Changing the page name does not affect this default URL. Any links people have shared to your page will continue to work regardless of whether you change the name or the custom URL.

Reasons to Change Your Page Name and What to Consider

You might change your page name if your business rebrands, if you made a typo when creating the page, or if you want to better reflect what your page is about. Before you make the change, think about whether people searching for your old name will still find you. If your page has followers who know it by the old name, consider posting an announcement so they know where to find you.

If your page is verified (has a blue checkmark), Facebook may require you to update other information like your business category or contact details when you change the name. Check your page settings after the change to make sure everything still looks correct.

If You Cannot Find the Edit Page Info Option

If the Edit Page Info option does not appear when you click the three dots, you may not have admin access. Ask the page owner to check your role in Settings > Page Roles and make sure you are listed as an admin rather than an editor or moderator.

On mobile, the three-dot menu may be in a different location. Look for it in the top right of your page header. If you are using the Facebook app, swipe left on the page name to see editing options, or go to Settings > Page Info directly.

Changing Your Page Name Back or Waiting Out the 28-Day Period

If you change your page name and immediately regret it, you have to wait 28 days before you can change it again. Facebook does not offer exceptions to this rule, even if you made a mistake. Plan your next name change for after the 28-day window closes.

During the waiting period, you can still post, interact with followers, and manage your page normally. The name change itself does not affect any other page functions or settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook page name more than once a month?

No. Facebook enforces a 28-day waiting period between name changes. Once you change your page name, you cannot change it again until 28 days have passed. This applies even if you want to change it back to the original name.

Will my followers see the name change right away?

Yes. The name change takes effect immediately on your page. Your followers will see the new name the next time they visit your page or see it in their feed. Facebook does not send a notification about the change, so consider posting an announcement if the name change is significant.

What if my page name violates Facebook's rules?

Facebook may disable your page or require you to change the name if it violates community standards or trademark rules. If this happens, you will receive a message explaining the issue. You can then change your page name to something that complies with Facebook's policies.

Does changing the page name affect my page's search ranking or visibility?

Changing the page name does not directly harm your visibility, but it may take time for search engines and Facebook's search to index the new name. Your page URL and page ID stay the same, so existing links and followers will not be affected.