Adding an admin takes three steps: go to your page settings, find the admin section, and type in the person's name
You need to be the page owner or an existing admin to add someone new. Facebook calls this person an "admin" if they can do almost everything you can, or a "moderator" if you want to limit what they can change. The person you're adding must have a personal Facebook account — they can't use a business account or a fake name.
The steps are the same whether you're on a computer or phone, though the phone version uses slightly different menu names. This takes about two minutes once you have the person's Facebook name or profile link ready.
Key Takeaways
- You must be the page owner or an admin already to add someone new to your page.
- The person you add needs a real personal Facebook account with their actual name or a name they use publicly.
- You can choose between "admin" (full control) and "moderator" (limited control) when you add them.
- After you add someone, they get a notification and must accept the role before they can start managing the page.
- You can remove or change someone's role at any time from the same settings menu.
Finding the admin settings on your page
Open your Facebook page and look at the top right corner. You'll see a button that says "Settings" — click it. On a phone, this button looks like a gear icon or three horizontal lines, depending on which app version you have.
Once you're in Settings, look for a section called "Roles" on the left side menu. This is where you manage who can do what on your page. Click "Roles" and you'll see a list of people already assigned to your page, along with what each person can do.
Adding a new admin or moderator
At the top of the Roles section, you'll see a field that says "Add a new admin" or "Assign a new role." Click in that field and start typing the person's name. Facebook will show you a dropdown list of people as you type — make sure you click the right person, because names can match multiple accounts.
After you select the person's name, a menu appears asking what role you want to give them. Choose "Admin" if you want them to have nearly all the same powers you have — they can post, delete posts, respond to messages, change the page name, and adjust settings. Choose "Moderator" if you want them to manage comments and messages but not change the page itself. Choose "Editor" if you want them to post and manage content but not touch settings or roles.
Click "Add" or "Confirm" (the button name changes depending on your device). Facebook sends them a notification that they've been added to the page. They must accept the role before they can actually do anything — they'll see a notification on their account asking them to confirm.
What each role can and cannot do
An Admin can post, delete posts, respond to messages, change the page name and description, adjust all settings, add or remove other admins, and see page insights. They have almost complete control.
A Moderator can post, delete posts, respond to messages, and manage comments. They cannot change the page name, adjust settings, add other people, or see detailed insights. Use this role if you want someone to help manage day-to-day activity but not make big decisions about the page.
An Editor can post and delete posts, but cannot respond to messages, change settings, or manage other people's roles. This role works well for someone who creates content but shouldn't handle customer service or page administration.
A Analyst can only view page insights and reports — they cannot post, delete, or change anything. Use this if you want someone to track your page's performance without letting them make changes.
Removing or changing someone's role
Go back to Settings and click Roles. Find the person's name in the list. Next to their name, you'll see their current role. Click on that role name and a menu appears with other options.
You can change them to a different role by clicking the new one, or remove them entirely by clicking "Remove." If you remove someone, they lose access to the page immediately and won't get a warning — they'll just notice they can't access it anymore. If you're removing an admin and you're the only other admin left, Facebook will ask you to confirm because the page needs at least one admin at all times.
Troubleshooting common problems
If you type someone's name and they don't appear in the dropdown, they might not have a personal Facebook account, or they might have their profile set to private so you can't find them. Ask them to check their privacy settings or send you a direct link to their profile, then try copying their name exactly as it appears on their account.
If you added someone but they say they never got a notification, ask them to check their notifications tab — sometimes notifications get buried. They can also go to their own account settings and look for pending page invitations. If nothing appears after a few hours, try removing them and adding them again.
If you see a message saying "You don't have permission to add admins," you're not an admin or page owner. Only the page owner or existing admins can add new people. Contact whoever created the page and ask them to add you as an admin first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add someone who doesn't have a Facebook account?
No. The person must have a personal Facebook account with their real name or a publicly used name. They cannot use a business account, a fake name, or a profile that's been disabled. If they don't have an account yet, they'll need to create one first.
What happens if I add someone as an admin and then change my mind?
Go back to Settings, click Roles, find their name, and click "Remove." They lose access immediately. You can add them back later with a different role if you want to give them limited access instead.
Can an admin add other admins without asking me?
Yes. Once someone is an admin, they can add other admins, remove people, and change roles. Only the page owner can remove the original admin. If you want someone to help manage the page but not add other people, give them the Moderator or Editor role instead.
Do I have to be friends with someone to make them an admin?
No. You don't need to be Facebook friends with someone to add them to your page. You just need to be able to find their account by typing their name.
What if I'm the only admin and I want to step back?
Add someone else as an admin first. Facebook won't let you remove yourself if you're the only admin left, so you have to create a second admin before you can change your own role or leave the page.