The quickest way to change your Facebook password

Open Facebook on any device, click the downward arrow in the top right corner, and select Settings and privacy, then Settings. On the left menu, click Password and security, then Change password. Enter your current password, type your new password twice, and click Change password. Facebook will log you out of all other devices and sessions once you confirm the change.

The entire process takes less than two minutes. You do not need to remember your old password if you have already forgotten it — Facebook can send you a reset link instead, which we cover below.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password from any device by going to Settings and privacy > Settings > Password and security > Change password.
  • Facebook will immediately log you out of all other devices once you change your password, which is a security feature you cannot turn off.
  • If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the login screen to receive a reset link by email or phone number.
  • A strong password should be at least 6 characters long and include a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

Step-by-step instructions for desktop and mobile

On desktop: Log into Facebook, click the downward arrow in the top right corner next to your profile picture, and select Settings and privacy. Click Settings. On the left side, click Password and security. Click the Change password button. Type your current password in the first field, your new password in the second field, and your new password again in the third field to confirm it. Click Change password at the bottom.

On mobile (iPhone or Android): Open the Facebook app, tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the bottom right corner, scroll down and tap Settings and privacy, then tap Settings. Tap Password and security. Tap Change password. Enter your current password, your new password, and your new password again. Tap Change password to save.

The steps are nearly identical whether you use the Facebook website or the mobile app. If you use Facebook through a web browser on your phone, follow the desktop instructions instead.

What happens after you change your password

Facebook automatically logs you out of every device and browser where you were signed in. This includes phones, tablets, computers, and any third-party apps or websites that use your Facebook login. You will need to sign back in on any device you use regularly, and you will be asked to enter your new password.

This logout happens immediately and cannot be prevented or delayed. It is a security measure Facebook uses to protect your account. If you change your password because you think someone else has accessed your account, this automatic logout helps remove any unauthorized sessions.

If you have forgotten your password

Go to the Facebook login page and click Forgot password? Enter the email address or phone number associated with your account. Facebook will send you a link to reset your password — check your email inbox or text messages within a few minutes.

Click the link in the email or text message. You will be taken to a page where you can create a new password. Type your new password twice and click Continue. You can then log back in with your new password.

If you do not receive the reset email or text within 15 minutes, check your spam or junk folder. If the email address or phone number you entered is not associated with your account, Facebook will not tell you — it will simply say a link has been sent. This is intentional, to prevent people from using the password reset feature to find out which email addresses have Facebook accounts.

How to create a password Facebook will accept

Facebook requires passwords to be at least 6 characters long. The platform does not enforce rules about uppercase letters, numbers, or symbols, but using a mix of all four makes your password much harder to guess or crack. A strong password might look like BlueMoon#2024 or Coffee47&Cream — something that combines letters, numbers, and at least one symbol.

Avoid using information that is easy to find, such as your birth date, your name, your pet's name, or words from your Facebook profile. Do not reuse a password you have used on other websites or accounts. If that other site is hacked, someone could use the same password to access your Facebook account.

Signing back in on your devices

After you change your password, you will be logged out everywhere. On each device you use, open Facebook or the Facebook app and enter your email address (or phone number) and your new password. You may be asked to confirm your identity by entering a code sent to your email or phone — this is normal and is part of Facebook's security process.

If you have saved your password in your browser or phone's password manager, it will not automatically update. You may need to manually update the saved password in your browser settings or password manager so you do not have to type it in every time. Most browsers will prompt you to update a saved password when you log in with a new one.

What to do if you cannot access your email or phone

If you have forgotten your password and cannot access the email address or phone number associated with your account, you can still recover your account. On the password reset page, click No longer have access to these? Facebook will ask you to identify your account using other information, such as your name, email addresses you have used, or phone numbers you have used.

You may be asked to upload a photo of your ID to confirm you are the account owner. This process can take several days. Facebook will guide you through each step and let you know what information they need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password delete my photos, messages, or other data?

No. Changing your password only changes how you log in. All your photos, messages, friends, and other account data remain exactly as they were. The only thing that changes is that you will be logged out of all devices and will need to sign back in with your new password.

Can I change my password on someone else's device?

Yes. You can change your password from any device where you can log into Facebook. However, remember that changing your password will log you out of all devices, including the one you used to make the change. You will need to sign back in on that device with your new password.

How often should I change my password?

There is no set rule. Change your password if you think someone else knows it, if you have used it on another website that was hacked, or if you have not changed it in several years. Many people change their password once or twice a year as a precaution.

What if I change my password and then immediately forget the new one?

Use the "Forgot password?" link on the login page to reset it again. You will receive another reset link by email or text message. There is no limit to how many times you can reset your password.

Does Facebook notify me when someone changes my password?

Facebook sends a notification to your email address when you change your password from a new device or location. If you see a notification about a password change you did not make, your account may have been compromised — change your password immediately and review your login activity in the Password and security settings.