The quickest way to change your Facebook email

Open Facebook and go to the menu in the top right corner (the three horizontal lines on mobile, or the downward arrow on desktop). Select Settings and privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Personal information. You'll see your current email listed under "Email address." Click the pencil icon next to it, type your new email, and click Save changes. Facebook will send a confirmation link to both your old and new email addresses—you must click the link in the new email to complete the change.

The whole process takes about two minutes if you have access to both email accounts right now. If you don't have access to your old email anymore, the process is longer but still possible—Facebook will ask you to verify your identity through other means, like a phone number or photo ID.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your email through Settings and privacy > Settings > Personal information, then click the pencil icon next to your email address.
  • Facebook sends confirmation links to both your old and new email addresses, and you must click the new one to finish the change.
  • If you can't access your old email, Facebook can verify your identity using your phone number or a government ID instead.
  • Your login email changes when ready, but your password stays the same—you don't need to reset it.
  • You can add multiple email addresses to your account before removing the old one, so you won't lose access while switching.

What happens to your login after you change your email

Once you confirm the new email address, you can log into Facebook using that new email instead of the old one. Your password does not change—you use the same password you've always used, just with the new email. If you forget which email you're using, you can always go back to Settings and check.

If you have a phone number linked to your account, you can also log in with that phone number. This is useful if you ever change email addresses again in the future.

Adding a second email before you remove the old one

If you're worried about losing access during the switch, you can add your new email as a secondary email address first, then remove the old one later. Go to Settings > Personal information, and look for "Email addresses." Click Add another email, type the new address, and confirm it. Now both emails are on your account.

Once both are confirmed and working, you can remove the old email by clicking the X next to it. This two-step approach means you'll never be locked out, even if something goes wrong with the confirmation email.

If you no longer have access to your old email

If your old email account is closed or you can't log into it, you can still change your Facebook email. Click No longer have access to this email? on the email change screen. Facebook will ask you to verify your identity using a phone number on your account, a government ID, or a video call with Facebook support.

The phone number method is fastest—Facebook texts a code to the number linked to your account, you enter it, and then you can set a new email. If you don't have a phone number on file, you'll need to upload a photo of your ID (driver's license, passport, or state ID). This process usually takes a few hours to a few days.

Changing your email on mobile versus desktop

The steps are the same on both, but the menu looks slightly different. On iPhone or Android, tap the three horizontal lines at the bottom right, then tap your name at the top. Scroll down and tap Personal information. On desktop, click the downward arrow in the top right corner instead of the three lines. After that, the process is identical—find your email, click the pencil, and confirm the new one.

If you're on mobile and the menu doesn't look quite right, make sure you're using the official Facebook app, not a browser. Some older versions of the app have slightly different layouts.

What to do if the confirmation email doesn't arrive

Check your spam or junk folder first—confirmation emails sometimes end up there by mistake. If it's not there, wait a few minutes and try again. You can request a new confirmation email by going back to Settings > Personal information and clicking the pencil next to your email again.

If you still don't receive it after several tries, the new email address may be blocked or invalid. Double-check that you typed it correctly—a single typo will cause the confirmation to fail. If the address is correct and you're still not getting the email, contact Facebook support through the Help Center and describe what's happening.

Why Facebook asks you to confirm both emails

Facebook sends confirmation links to both your old and new email addresses as a security measure. This prevents someone from changing your email without your knowledge. By requiring you to click a link in the new email, Facebook makes sure you actually own that address and can receive mail there. By sending a notice to the old email, Facebook gives you a chance to stop the change if it wasn't you who started it.

If you see a confirmation email you didn't request, click the link that says you didn't authorize this change. Your email will stay the same, and Facebook will alert you that someone tried to access your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my email address more than once?

Yes. You can change your email as many times as you need to. There's no limit on how often you can do it, and the process is the same each time. Just go to Settings > Personal information and follow the same steps.

What if I want to use a different email but keep my old one on the account?

You can add multiple email addresses to your account. Go to Settings > Personal information, click "Email addresses," and add a new one. You can have several emails linked at once, but only one can be your primary login email. To change which one is primary, click the radio button next to the email you want to use for logging in.

Will changing my email affect my Facebook password?

No. Your password stays exactly the same. You only change the email address you use to log in. If you want to change your password too, you can do that separately in Settings > Password and security.

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

Once you click the confirmation link in the new email, the change is when ready. You can log in with your new email right away. If you're verifying your identity a different way (phone or ID), it usually takes a few hours to a few days for Facebook to review and approve it.

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

You can change your email back to the old one anytime by following the same process. Go to Settings > Personal information, click the pencil next to your current email, and enter your old email address. You'll need to confirm it the same way you did the first time.