The steps to update your email on Facebook

To change your email address on Facebook, open the site or app, go to your settings, find the email field, and replace it with your new address. Facebook will send a confirmation link to the new email—you must click that link to complete the change. Until you confirm, your old email remains active.

The process takes about two minutes and works the same way on desktop, mobile web, and the Facebook app. You can change your email as many times as you need, and you don't have to delete your account or start over.

Key Takeaways

  • Facebook sends a confirmation email to your new address, and you must click the link in that email to finish the change.
  • Your old email stays active until you confirm the new one, so you won't lose access to your account during the process.
  • You can change your email from Settings on desktop or from the menu on mobile, and the steps are nearly identical.
  • If you don't receive the confirmation email, check your spam folder or request a new confirmation link from Facebook.

Changing your email on desktop

On a computer, log into Facebook and click the downward arrow in the top right corner. Select Settings and privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Personal information.

Find the Email field and click Edit next to it. Type your new email address into the box, then click Save changes. Facebook will when ready send a confirmation email to that new address.

Open your email inbox and look for a message from Facebook with the subject line "Confirm your email address" or similar. Click the link inside the email. Once you click it, your email address is officially changed.

Changing your email on mobile

On the Facebook app or mobile web, tap the three horizontal lines (the menu) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings and privacy, then Settings.

Tap Personal information. Find Email and tap Edit. Clear the old address and type your new one, then tap Save. The confirmation email arrives within seconds.

Go to your email app or inbox and open the confirmation message from Facebook. Tap or click the link to verify your new address. Your email is now updated on your Facebook account.

What happens if you don't confirm the new email

If you change your email but don't click the confirmation link, your old email remains your active login email. You can still use your account normally, but the new address won't be connected to it yet.

You have 48 hours to confirm the new email before Facebook cancels the change request. If the 48 hours pass, you'll need to start the process again. To resend the confirmation email, go back to Settings, find the Email field, and look for an option to resend the confirmation link.

Confirming a new email if you can't find the message

Check your spam, junk, or promotions folder—confirmation emails sometimes land there instead of your inbox. Search for "facebook.com" or "confirm" to find the message faster.

If you still can't find it, go back to Facebook Settings, click Edit next to your email, and look for a button that says Resend confirmation email or Send confirmation code. Facebook will send a fresh confirmation link to your new address.

If you're changing to an email address you no longer have access to, you'll need to use a different email instead. Go back to the Email field, delete the unreachable address, and enter one you can actually check.

Using your new email to log in

Once you've confirmed your new email, you can use it to log into Facebook when ready. Your old email still works too—Facebook lets you log in with either one. This is helpful if you're not sure which email you used when you first signed up.

If you want to remove the old email entirely so only the new one works, you can do that in Settings under Personal information. However, most people keep both emails active for backup access.

Changing your email if you've lost access to the old one

If you can't access your old email anymore, you can still change it on Facebook as long as you can log into your account. Use a password, phone number, or another recovery method to get back in, then follow the normal steps to add a new email.

If you're locked out of your Facebook account entirely and can't log in, you'll need to use Facebook's account recovery process. Go to facebook.com/login/identify and follow the prompts to regain access before you can change your email.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same email for multiple Facebook accounts?

No. Each email address can only be connected to one Facebook account. If you try to add an email that's already linked to another account, Facebook will show an error. You'll need to use a different email for each account.

Will changing my email affect my password or login?

No. Your password stays the same, and you can log in with either your old or new email address once the change is confirmed. Changing your email doesn't reset your password or require you to log in again.

How long does it take for the email change to go through?

The change is when ready once you click the confirmation link in the email Facebook sends you. The confirmation email usually arrives within a few seconds of requesting the change.

What if I change my mind and want to switch back to my old email?

You can change your email as many times as you want. Just go back to Settings, click Edit next to your email, enter your old address, and confirm it the same way. There's no limit to how often you can make this change.

Do I need to tell Facebook why I'm changing my email?

No. Facebook doesn't ask for a reason, and you don't need to provide one. The change is purely between you and your account—no explanation required.