Yes, you can change your Facebook email in your account settings

Facebook lets you change the email address linked to your account at any time. You do this through your account settings, and the change takes effect when ready. You can add multiple email addresses to your account, remove old ones, or swap which email is your primary login address — the one Facebook uses to send you notifications and password reset links.

The process takes about two minutes and requires only your current password. You do not need to create a new account or lose any of your photos, friends, or messages.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your primary email address from your account settings on any device — phone, tablet, or computer.
  • Facebook will send a confirmation link to your new email address, and you must click it before the change becomes active.
  • You can keep multiple email addresses on your account and switch between them as your login email without losing access to anything.
  • If you no longer have access to your old email address, you may need to use a phone number or other recovery method to verify your identity.

How to change your email on a computer

Open Facebook and click the downward arrow in the top right corner of the screen. Select Settings and privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Personal information. You will see a section labeled Email with your current address listed.

Click the pencil icon next to your email address. Type your new email in the field that appears, then click Add. Facebook will send a confirmation link to that new address. Open your email inbox, find the message from Facebook, and click the confirmation link. Once you confirm, that email becomes your primary address.

If you want to remove an old email address from your account, go back to the same Email section, find the address you no longer want, and click the X next to it. You cannot remove your primary email while it is still active, so you must add and confirm a new one first.

How to change your email on a phone or tablet

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

Tap the pencil icon next to your current email. Enter your new email address and tap Add. Facebook sends a confirmation message to your new email — open it and tap the link to confirm. Your new email is now your primary login address.

What happens when you confirm your new email

Once you click the confirmation link, Facebook when ready updates your account. Your new email becomes the address Facebook uses to send you notifications, password reset requests, and security alerts. You can log in using either your new email or your username.

Your old email address stays on your account unless you remove it. This means someone could theoretically try to log in using that old address if they knew it, though they would still need your password. If you want to prevent this, remove the old email after confirming the new one.

If you cannot access your old email address

If your old email account is closed, hacked, or no longer yours, you may not receive Facebook's confirmation link. In this case, use a recovery method instead. When you try to add a new email, Facebook may ask you to verify your identity using a phone number on file, a trusted device, or friends you can contact.

If you do not have access to any recovery method, you can contact Facebook's support team through your account settings. Go to Settings and privacy > Settings > Help and support > Contact us. Explain that you cannot access your old email and need help changing it. Response times vary, but Facebook usually replies within a few days.

Using multiple email addresses on one account

You do not have to choose between old and new emails. Facebook lets you keep several email addresses on the same account. Each one can be used to log in, but only one is your primary address — the one that receives notifications and password resets.

To add a second email without removing the first, follow the steps above and click Add instead of replacing. Confirm the new email when Facebook sends the link. Then, if you want to make it your primary address, go back to the Email section and click the radio button or toggle next to it. Your old email stays on the account but is no longer the main one.

Why you might want to change your email

People change their Facebook email for several reasons. You might have switched email providers, closed an old account, or want to use a work email instead of a personal one. Some people change it after a security scare — if you think your old email was compromised, updating to a new one prevents someone from using that address to reset your password.

If you are concerned about privacy, changing to an email address that does not contain your real name can make your account slightly harder to find. However, this does not hide your account from people who already know your username or have you as a friend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my email log me out of Facebook?

No. You stay logged in on all your devices. The email change does not affect your current sessions — you only need to enter your password again if you log out and log back in later.

Can I use the same email for two different Facebook accounts?

No. Facebook requires each email address to be linked to only one account. If you try to add an email that is already in use, Facebook will tell you it is already associated with another account.

What if I do not receive the confirmation email from Facebook?

Check your spam or junk folder — confirmation emails sometimes end up there. If you still do not see it after a few minutes, go back to your email settings and try adding the address again. Facebook will send another confirmation link.

Can I change my email if I forgot my password?

You will need your password to access your settings and make the change. If you forgot it, use the "Forgot password?" link on the Facebook login page. Facebook will send a reset link to your current email address, or you can use a phone number or trusted contact to regain access.

Does changing my email affect my Facebook username or profile URL?

No. Your username and profile URL stay the same. Changing your email only changes how you log in and how Facebook contacts you — it does not change your public profile or how friends find you.