Change Your Facebook Email in Settings

To change the email address on your Facebook account, go to Settings and Privacy, then Settings, then find the Email section. Click Edit next to your current email, type in your new email address, and click Change Email. Facebook will send a confirmation link to your new email — you must click that link within a set time to complete the change.

The whole process takes about five minutes if you have access to both your old and new email inboxes. If you cannot access your old email anymore, you will need to use Facebook's account recovery process instead, which takes longer.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your email directly from Settings and Privacy without contacting Facebook support.
  • Facebook sends a confirmation link to your new email address, and you must click it to finish the change.
  • If you no longer have access to your old email, use the account recovery tool on the Facebook login page.
  • Your password stays the same — changing your email does not affect how you log in.
  • You can add multiple email addresses to your account before removing the old one, so you do not lose access.

Step-by-Step: Changing Your Email on Desktop

Open Facebook and click the downward arrow in the top right corner. Select Settings and Privacy, then click Settings. On the left side, click Personal Information. Find the Email row and click Edit.

A box will appear with your current email address. Click Remove next to it, or straightforward click in the email field and highlight the text to delete it. Type your new email address in the field. Click Change Email at the bottom of the box.

Facebook will send a confirmation email to your new address. Open that email and click the confirmation link inside it. Your email address is now updated. If you do not see the confirmation email within a few minutes, check your spam or junk folder.

Step-by-Step: Changing Your Email on Mobile

Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines (menu) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy, then tap Settings. Tap Personal Information, then tap Email.

Tap Edit next to your current email. Delete the old address and type your new one. Tap Change Email. Facebook will send a confirmation link to your new email address — tap that link to complete the change.

On mobile, the confirmation email may open in your phone's default email app or browser. Either way, tapping the link confirms your new address with Facebook.

What to Do If You Cannot Access Your Old Email

If you no longer have access to the email address on your account, you cannot use the Settings method above. Instead, go to the Facebook login page and click Forgot Password. Enter your phone number, username, or a recovery email address if you set one up.

Facebook will walk you through steps to confirm your identity — this might include answering security questions, identifying friends in photos, or confirming a code sent to your phone. Once you confirm your identity, you can set a new password and change your email address.

This process can take 24 to 48 hours because Facebook reviews your identity confirmation for security reasons. If you set up a recovery email or phone number when you created your account, the process moves faster.

Adding a Second Email Before Removing the First One

If you want to be extra careful, you can add your new email address to your account before removing the old one. This way, if something goes wrong, you still have access through the old email.

Go to Settings and Privacy, then Settings, then Personal Information, then Email. Click Add Email Address and type your new email. Facebook will send a confirmation link to that new address — click it to confirm. Now both emails are on your account.

Once you confirm the new email works, go back to the Email section and remove the old address. This two-step method takes a bit longer but gives you a safety net.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Do not close the Settings page or navigate away before clicking the confirmation link in your new email. If you do, the change may not save. Always check your spam folder if the confirmation email does not arrive in your inbox within five minutes.

Do not type your new email address incorrectly — if you make a typo, Facebook will send the confirmation link to the wrong address and you will not be able to complete the change. Double-check the spelling before clicking Change Email.

Do not assume your password has changed. Your Facebook password stays the same when you change your email. You still log in with your username or old email address and the same password you have always used.

What Happens After You Change Your Email

Your Facebook account works exactly the same way. You can still log in using your username, and you can now also log in using your new email address. Any messages, photos, or settings on your account remain unchanged.

If you use Facebook to log into other apps or websites, those connections stay active. Your new email address will be used for password reset emails and account notifications going forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same email address on two Facebook accounts?

No. Each email address can only be connected to one Facebook account. If you try to add an email that is already in use, Facebook will tell you it is already registered and ask if you want to recover that account instead.

How long does the confirmation email take to arrive?

Usually one to five minutes. If you do not see it after ten minutes, check your spam or junk folder, or try adding the sender address to your contacts and requesting the email again from Facebook Settings.

What if I click the confirmation link but nothing happens?

The link may have expired if more than 24 hours passed. Go back to Settings and Privacy, select Settings, then Personal Information, then Email, and click Edit again. You can request a new confirmation link.

Can I change my email without a password?

If you are already logged into Facebook, you do not need your password to change your email. If you are not logged in, Facebook will ask you to log in first before you can access Settings.

Will changing my email affect my Facebook login?

No. You can log in using your username, your old email, or your new email — all three work. Your password does not change, and your login method stays the same.