Where Facebook stores your address and why you might want to change it

Facebook keeps your address in your profile under a section called "About" or "Contact Information," depending on which device you're using. This address appears on your profile page and can be seen by people you've friended, or by the public, depending on your privacy settings. You might want to change it if you've moved, if you entered it wrong the first time, or if you'd rather not have it visible at all.

The address field is optional — you don't have to fill it in or keep it filled in. Many people leave it blank for privacy reasons. If you do have one listed and want to update it, remove it, or change who can see it, the process takes less than a minute on any device.

Key Takeaways

  • Your address lives in the "About" section of your profile, which you reach through Settings & Privacy or your profile menu.
  • You can change, delete, or hide your address without affecting any other part of your Facebook account.
  • On a phone, go to your profile, tap the three-line menu, select "Settings & Privacy," then "Settings," then scroll to "Personal Information."
  • On a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right, choose "Settings & Privacy," then "Settings," then find "Personal Information" in the left sidebar.
  • After you change your address, use the privacy icon next to it to control who sees it — only you, friends, or everyone.

Changing your address on a phone

Open the Facebook app and go to your profile by tapping your name or the profile icon at the bottom right. Once you're on your profile page, tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the bottom right corner. From there, tap "Settings & Privacy," then tap "Settings."

Scroll down until you see "Personal Information." Tap it, then tap "Address." You'll see a field with your current address (if you have one listed). Delete what's there, type in your new address, and tap "Save" or the checkmark. If you want to remove your address entirely, just delete the text and save — that's all there is to it.

Changing your address on a computer

Log into Facebook and look for the downward-pointing arrow in the top right corner of the page. Click it and select "Settings & Privacy," then click "Settings." On the left side of the screen, you'll see a menu — click "Personal Information."

You'll see a section labeled "Address" with your current address (if one is listed). Click on it to edit. Type in your new address or delete the old one, then click "Save Changes." The page will refresh and your address will update when ready.

Controlling who can see your address

After you've entered or changed your address, you'll notice a small icon next to it — usually a padlock or a circle with lines. Click or tap that icon to set who can see your address. Your options are usually "Only Me," "Friends," or "Public." Choose whichever fits your comfort level.

If you want maximum privacy, select "Only Me" — that way, only you can see it on your profile, even if someone visits your page. If you select "Friends," only people you've friended can see it. "Public" means anyone on the internet can see it, even if they don't have a Facebook account.

What happens if you don't have an address listed

You don't need to have an address on your profile at all. If you've never filled in the field, or if you delete it, Facebook won't prompt you to add one. Your profile will work exactly the same way. Many people choose not to list an address for privacy reasons, and that's a perfectly normal choice.

If you're concerned about what information Facebook has about you beyond what's on your profile, you can read a copy of your data through Settings & Privacy > Settings > Your Information and Downloads. This shows you everything Facebook stores about you, including location data from your phone or browser.

Troubleshooting: address won't save or keeps reverting

If you change your address but it keeps reverting to the old one, or if the save button doesn't work, try logging out completely and logging back in. Sometimes Facebook's app or browser cache holds onto old information. Close the app entirely (not just minimize it), wait a few seconds, and open it again.

If you're on a computer and the save button isn't responding, try a different browser or clear your browser's cache. If the problem persists after trying these steps, Facebook's Help Center has a contact form where you can report the issue — go to facebook.com/help and search for "contact us."

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my address on Facebook affect my other accounts or services?

No. Your Facebook address is separate from your address on Instagram, WhatsApp, or any other service. Changing it on Facebook won't change it anywhere else, and vice versa. If you use your Facebook login to sign into other apps, those apps won't see your Facebook address unless they specifically ask for it.

Can I have multiple addresses listed on my profile?

No, Facebook allows only one address field per profile. If you've lived in multiple places and want to list them, you can add them to the "About" section as text instead — for example, "Lived in Boston, moved to Portland in 2022" — but the dedicated address field holds only one location.

Will my friends be notified if I change my address?

No. Changing your address doesn't trigger a notification to your friends. It won't show up in anyone's feed or news. Only people who visit your profile and have permission to see that field will see the new address.

What if I accidentally put in the wrong address and it's been visible for a while?

You can change it right now using the steps above, and then set the privacy to "Only Me" so no one else can see it going forward. There's no way to undo the fact that it was visible before, but you can prevent it from being visible from this point on.