What you can add and where it appears

Facebook lets you add music to your profile in two main ways: as a song in your "About" section that appears on your profile page, or as a background track that plays when someone visits your profile. The music you add shows up differently depending on which method you use. A song in your About section displays as a small music player that visitors can click to listen. A profile song (available on some accounts) plays automatically or on-demand when people land on your profile.

Not all Facebook accounts have the profile song feature yet — Facebook rolls it out gradually by region and account type. If you don't see a music option in your profile settings, your account may not have access to it. The About section music player, however, is available to most users.

Key Takeaways

  • You can add a song to your About section by opening your profile, clicking "Edit Details," and selecting a track from Facebook's music library or your own uploads.
  • The song appears as a playable widget on your profile that visitors can click to listen, but does not play automatically.
  • Facebook's music library includes millions of songs, but some artists and labels restrict their music from being added to profiles.
  • If the profile song feature is available on your account, you can set it from your profile photo menu under "Edit Profile" or "Profile Settings."
  • Music you add remains visible until you remove it, and you can change it anytime by editing your profile again.

Adding a song to your About section

Open your Facebook profile and click the "Edit Details" button near your profile photo. Scroll down until you find the "Favorite Music" or "Music" section — the exact label varies by account. Click "Add" or the plus icon next to it.

A search box will appear. Type the song name, artist name, or both. Facebook will show you matching results from its music library. Click the song you want. If you don't see the exact version you're looking for, try searching by artist alone — different versions of the same song sometimes appear under slightly different names. Once you select a song, click "Save" or "Confirm." The song now appears on your profile as a small music player card that visitors can click to listen.

If the song you want doesn't appear in search results, it may be restricted by the artist or record label. Try searching for a different version, a cover, or a similar song. Some independent artists allow their music on Facebook while others don't.

Setting a profile song (if available on your account)

The profile song feature is different from the About section music — it's a track that can play when someone visits your profile. To check if you have this feature, click your profile photo in the top right corner and select "Edit Profile." Look for a "Profile Song" or "Music" section. If you don't see it, your account doesn't have this feature yet.

If the option appears, click "Add Song" or the plus icon. Search for a track the same way you would in the About section. Select your song and save. Once set, visitors to your profile may see a music player at the top or see a notification that a song is playing. Some visitors can choose whether to play it or mute it.

Uploading your own music to your profile

Facebook's music library covers most popular and independent songs, but if you want to add a track that isn't in their system, you may be able to upload it yourself. This option is not available on all accounts and depends on your region and account type.

If upload is available, look for an "Upload Music" or "Add Your Own" option when you're adding a song to your About section or profile. Click it and select an audio file from your computer. Facebook accepts MP3 and other common audio formats. The file should be under the size limit Facebook specifies (usually 10 MB or less). Once uploaded, the song appears in your profile the same way library songs do.

Removing or changing your profile music

To remove a song from your About section, go to "Edit Details," find the music section, and click the X or "Remove" button next to the song. To change it, click "Edit" or the pencil icon, search for a new song, and save.

For profile songs, open "Edit Profile," find the Profile Song section, and click "Remove" or the X. You can add a different song anytime by clicking "Add Song" again. Changes take effect immediately — visitors will see the new song or no song the next time they visit your profile.

Why a song might not appear or play

If you added a song but it's not showing on your profile, check that you actually clicked "Save" or "Confirm" after selecting it. Refresh your profile page — sometimes the change takes a few seconds to appear. If it still doesn't show, the song may have been removed from Facebook's library or your account may have lost permission to display it.

If a song plays with low volume or sounds muted, check your device's volume settings and your browser's audio settings. Some browsers mute audio by default on websites. If you're on mobile, make sure your phone isn't in silent mode. If the song plays for you but visitors say they can't hear it, they may have muted the player or their device volume is off.

Music library restrictions and copyright

Facebook's music library includes millions of songs, but not every song is available. Record labels and artists can choose whether to allow their music on user profiles. If a song you want isn't in the library, it's usually because the rights holder restricted it.

When you add a song to your profile, you're not uploading it or distributing it — you're linking to Facebook's copy. Facebook handles the licensing with record labels and artists. You don't need to worry about copyright issues when adding songs from the library to your profile. If you upload your own music, make sure you own the rights to it or have permission from the copyright holder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add multiple songs to my profile?

You can add one song to your About section and one profile song (if available). Facebook doesn't support playlists or multiple songs on a single profile. If you want to feature different music, you'll need to change it manually.

Will the song play automatically when someone visits my profile?

Songs in your About section don't play automatically — visitors have to click the player to listen. Profile songs (if your account has this feature) may play automatically on some devices, but many browsers and mobile apps require the visitor to click play first.

Can I see who listened to my profile song?

Facebook doesn't show you a list of who listened to your profile music. You can see general profile views in your profile insights, but not specific data about who played your song.

What happens if the artist removes their song from Facebook?

If an artist or label removes a song from Facebook's library, it will disappear from your profile. You'll need to choose a different song. Facebook doesn't notify you when this happens — you'll only notice when you visit your profile and the song is gone.

Can I add music to my Facebook page instead of my profile?

Facebook pages have different features than personal profiles. Some pages can add music through apps or widgets, but the process is different. Check your page settings under "Settings" and "Apps" to see what music options are available for your specific page type.