Adding an admin means giving someone else control over your page

When you add an admin to your Facebook page, that person can post content, respond to messages, manage comments, change the page name and description, and see who visits your page. They cannot change the page's username or transfer ownership to themselves, but they can do almost everything else you can do. You control who has what level of access — you can give someone full admin rights or limit them to specific tasks like moderating comments or responding to messages.

The person you add must have their own Facebook account. They do not need to be your friend, but you do need to know their name or find their profile. Once you add them, they will see a notification that they have been added to your page.

Key Takeaways

  • You can add up to 100 people to manage your Facebook page, each with different permission levels.
  • The person you add must have an active Facebook account and will receive a notification once added.
  • You can remove an admin or change their permissions at any time from the page roles section.
  • An admin cannot change your page username, transfer ownership, or remove you from the page.
  • Different roles — admin, editor, moderator, analyst, and advertiser — give different levels of control over your page.

Steps to add someone as an admin

Step 1: Go to your Facebook page. Log into your Facebook account and navigate to the page you manage. You must be the page owner or already have admin access to add new admins.

Step 2: Click Settings. At the top right of your page, you will see a menu with several options. Click "Settings" near the bottom of that menu.

Step 3: Select "Roles" from the left sidebar. On the Settings page, look for "Roles" in the left column. Click it to open the page roles section.

Step 4: Find the "Assign a New Role" section. Scroll down until you see a field that says "Assign a New Role" or "Add a New Page Role." This is where you will enter the person's name.

Step 5: Type the person's name. Start typing the name of the person you want to add. Facebook will show you a dropdown list of matching accounts. Click the correct person's name to select them.

Step 6: Choose their role. A dropdown menu will appear asking what role you want to give them. Select "Admin" if you want to give them full control, or choose a more limited role like "Editor," "Moderator," "Analyst," or "Advertiser" depending on what tasks you want them to handle.

Step 7: Click "Add." Once you have selected the person and their role, click the "Add" button. The change takes effect immediately, and the person will receive a notification.

Understanding the different page roles

Facebook offers five different roles, each with different permissions. Admin is the highest level and gives someone almost complete control — they can post, delete posts, manage comments, change page settings, and see page insights. An admin cannot change the page username or remove the page owner.

Editor can post content, delete posts, manage comments, and change basic page information like the description or profile picture, but they cannot see page insights or manage other admins. Moderator can only post, delete posts, and manage comments — they cannot change any page settings. Analyst can only view page insights and reports; they cannot post or make any changes. Advertiser can only create and manage ads for your page.

Choose the role based on what the person actually needs to do. If someone only needs to respond to comments, make them a moderator. If they need to post content and manage the page, make them an editor. Reserve admin for people you trust completely with your page.

Removing or changing an admin's permissions

You can change someone's role or remove them from your page at any time. Go back to Settings, click "Roles," and find the person's name in the list. Next to their name, you will see their current role. Click on it to change it to a different role, or click the X button to remove them entirely.

When you remove someone, they will no longer be able to access your page or see its insights. They will not receive a notification that they have been removed, but they will notice they can no longer manage the page when they try to access it.

What to do if you cannot find the person's name

If you type someone's name and they do not appear in the dropdown, it usually means their Facebook account is set to private or they have restricted who can find them. Ask them to check their privacy settings and make sure their account is searchable. They can do this by going to their own Settings, clicking "Privacy," and changing "Who can look you up?" to a more open setting.

Another reason the name might not appear is if they have not activated their account yet or if they use a very different name on Facebook than what you are typing. Ask them for the exact name they use on their Facebook profile, or ask them to send you a link to their profile. You can then copy their name directly from the link.

Common mistakes to avoid

Do not add someone as an admin if you only need them to do one specific task. Use the more limited roles instead — a moderator can handle comments without being able to change your page settings. This protects your page if that person's account is ever compromised.

Do not assume an admin can do everything. Admins cannot change your page username or transfer ownership to someone else. If you need to change the username, you have to do it yourself. If you want to transfer ownership completely, you will need to remove yourself as admin after making the new owner an admin, which means you lose access.

Do not forget to remove people who no longer work with you or manage your page. Check your Roles list periodically and remove anyone who should not have access anymore.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an admin remove me from my own page?

No. An admin cannot remove the page owner, change the page username, or transfer ownership. They can only remove other admins or people with lower roles. You always keep control of your page.

What happens if an admin's Facebook account gets hacked?

If you suspect an admin's account has been compromised, remove them from your page immediately by going to Settings, clicking Roles, and clicking the X next to their name. They will lose access to your page right away. Ask them to secure their account before adding them back.

Can I add the same person with two different roles?

No. Each person can only have one role on your page. If you add them as an admin and then try to add them as a moderator, Facebook will update their role to moderator instead of creating a second entry.

How many admins can I add to one page?

You can add up to 100 people total across all five roles combined. Most pages do not need anywhere near that many — typically one to three admins is enough for a small business or organization.

Will the admin see my personal Facebook messages?

No. An admin can only see messages sent to your page's inbox, not your personal messages. They also cannot see your personal Facebook profile or posts unless you are friends with them.