How To Change Your Facebook Password in 2024

Whether you’re locked out of your Facebook account or it’s just time for a change, we’ve got all the details on how to change your Facebook password (and fix common problems).

Dave Schafer, Author

Kate Quinlan, Editor

Last updated Oct 19, 2024

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Whether you’ve had the same password for too long or you’ve just locked yourself out of your account and need to get back in, you’re eventually going to need to change your Facebook password. If you aren’t sure how to proceed, you’re in the right place.

We’ll walk you through how to change your password on each popular platform and what to do if you encounter issues.

In this article

How to change your Facebook password when you’re logged in
How to reset your Facebook password when you’re logged out
Troubleshooting your Facebook password reset
How to recover your Facebook account without an email address or phone number
How to set up a Facebook recovery email and phone number
FAQs
Bottom line

If you’re logged into your Facebook account and are ready to update your password, you can do so on your mobile device or desktop by accessing the right settings.

How to change your Facebook password on an iPhone

Open your Facebook app and tap the hamburger menu (three lines) in the bottom right corner.
Scroll down and tap Settings & privacy > Settings.
Tap Password and security.
Scroll down and tap Change password.
Follow the onscreen instructions.

How to change your Facebook Password on an Android

Launch the Facebook app and tap the hamburger menu (three lines) in the top right.
Scroll down and tap Settings & privacy > Settings.
Tap Password and security.
Scroll down and tap Change password.
Follow the onscreen instructions.

How to change your Facebook password on a desktop

Click your profile picture in the top right corner of the Facebook page.
Click Settings & privacy > Settings.
Click Security and Login.
Click the Edit button next to Change password.
Follow the instructions on your screen to change your password.

How to change your Facebook password through the account center

Not every account will have access to the new Meta Account Center yet, but if you do, you can change your password and other settings from one central place.

Open the Facebook site, click the profile picture in the top right of the page, and then click Settings & privacy > Settings.
In the sidebar on the left of the page, click Accounts Center.
In the sidebar on the left of the page, click Password and security.
Click Change password.
Select the account for which you want to change passwords, then follow the instructions.

Using a unique, complex password is the number one safety tip for keeping your social media accounts safe. You can use a free random password generator to create a strong password, or you can invest in a password manager to help create and store your online passwords.

If you’re logged out of your Facebook account, resetting the password is simple. Just follow these steps:

Head to the Facebook login page.
Click or tap on Forgot password?
Type the email address, mobile phone number, username, or full name associated with your Facebook account, then click or tap Find Your Account.
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the process.

Be aware that this process might be complicated if you have two-factor authentication set up. You can’t use the same phone number to reset your password. You’ll need to add a different mobile phone number or an email address to your account. If you don’t, use another method or contact Facebook support for assistance.

Troubleshooting your Facebook password reset

As with anything, sometimes things go wrong when trying to reset your Facebook password. Here are some of the most common issues you might encounter:

Not receiving the password reset confirmation email: Check your junk or spam folder if you aren’t getting the recovery email. You can also try waiting a few minutes and checking again — sometimes, it takes a bit to receive the email. You can also try using a different email address if multiple emails are associated with your account.
Receiving error messages: The main error messages you’ll see when resetting your password are about invalid codes or links. Your best bet to resolve these is to copy and paste the recovery code or link. This way, you avoid any typos or other errors.
Can’t access your recovery email or phone number: If you can’t access your recovery email, Facebook first recommends trying this link: facebook.com/hacked. You can use this tool even if you’re not sure your Facebook account was compromised. You can also try a different device or contact Facebook support for help.

Tired of forgetting your passwords and going through the hassle of resetting passwords across multiple devices? Consider a password management solution. Secure password managers can create, store, and manage your passwords, so you don’t have to worry about hackers, data breaches, and lost accounts.

How to recover your Facebook account without an email address or phone number

If you don’t have an email address or phone number that can be used for password recovery — or don’t have access to them — don’t fret. It’s still possible to reset your password and get back into your account.

Follow these steps:

Facebook recommends you first try recovering your account via facebook.com/hacked, even if you don’t think your account was compromised. If that doesn’t work, proceed to the next step.
If you think you might have an email or phone number associated with your account and just can’t remember, Facebook recommends you try logging in with them to ensure you cover all your bases.
Finally, Facebook recommends attempting to locate your account on a device other than the one you’ve used to log into Facebook before — for example, an old phone or laptop. Head to facebook.com/login/identify and enter an account name or username that you think could be associated with the account.

If all these methods fail, your last resort would be contacting Facebook support directly. Facebook support should be able to locate your account and help you regain access to it.

How to set up a Facebook recovery email and phone number

You can add additional email addresses or phone numbers to your Facebook account. These can then be used to recover the account if you lose access to your regular email or phone number.

These instructions are for the iPhone app, but the process is very similar on other platforms, such as Android and desktop.

Add an email address to your Facebook account

Head to Facebook and tap the hamburger menu (three lines).
Scroll down and tap Settings & privacy > Settings.
Tap Accounts Center > Personal details.
Tap Contact info > Add new contact.
Select Add email.
Enter your email address and tap Next.
Enter the confirmation code sent to the newly added email address.

Add a phone number to your Facebook account

In the Facebook app, tap the hamburger menu (three lines).
Tap Settings & privacy > Settings.
Tap Accounts Center > Personal details.
Tap Contact info > Add new contact.
Tap Add mobile number.
Enter the phone number you want to add and select the accounts you want it added to.
Enter the confirmation number you receive at the new phone number, then tap Next and Close.

FAQs

Can you change your Facebook password without the old password?

Yes, you can change your Facebook password even if you don’t remember your old password. If you’re logged into your account already, there is an option for users who’ve forgotten their password on the password change pages. If you’re logged out, there is a similar option on the login page. Note that you’ll need access to the email associated with your Facebook account to reset it.

How can I see my password on Facebook?

You can’t see your current password via the Facebook app or website. However, if you save your passwords on your device, you can look them up that way. Here are instructions for Chrome, Mac, iPhone, and Android.

How do I change my Facebook password on my phone?

You can change your Facebook password through the Facebook app. The process is simple, but you’ll need access to the email address associated with your Facebook account.

In the app, select the hamburger menu (three lines).
Tap Settings & privacy > Settings > Password and security > Change password.
Then, follow the instructions on the screen to change your password.

Why is Facebook not allowing me to change my password?

You might be unable to change your Facebook password for several reasons. Here are some of the most common reasons:

You’ve reached the password reset limit for the day. If this is the case, you’ll need to wait 24 hours to try again.
You gave the incorrect email address, or the email is going to your spam folder.
Your account has been locked due to too many incorrect password entries. You should have received an email with a link you can use to unlock it. Otherwise, you’ll need to contact Facebook to regain access to the account.

Bottom line

Changing your Facebook password is (usually) as simple as finding the right settings. Changing your password at least somewhat regularly can help boost your security and keep your account from being hacked or stolen.

Other social media safety measures you can take include setting up two-factor authentication on your Facebook account and using a secure password manager like NordPass.

Author Details

Dave Schafer

About the Author

Dave Schafer is a professional writer with a decade of experience specializing in cybersecurity. His expertise spans gadgets, technology, and the internet, with a focus on topics such as routers, hardware, and VPN product comparisons.