You can change your birth date on Facebook through your profile settings, but Facebook limits how often you can make the change

Facebook lets you update your birth date in your profile settings at any time, but the platform restricts how frequently you can change it. If you've never changed your birth date before, you can do so when ready. If you have changed it in the past, Facebook requires you to wait 60 days before making another change. The process takes less than a minute once you're in the right menu.

Your birth date on Facebook controls who can see it (you decide), what birthday reminders your friends receive, and whether Facebook shows your age on your profile. Unlike some personal information on the platform, you're not locked into your original entry — you can update it as many times as Facebook's rules allow.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your birth date through Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Personal Information on both desktop and mobile.
  • Facebook enforces a 60-day waiting period between changes if you have changed your birth date before.
  • You control who sees your birth date by choosing between "Only me," "Friends," or "Public" visibility.
  • If you cannot change your birth date because of the 60-day restriction, you will have to wait until the period expires before trying again.

Steps to change your birth date on desktop

On a computer, click the downward-facing arrow in the top right corner of your Facebook page. Select "Settings & Privacy," then click "Settings." On the left side of the screen, find and click "Personal Information." Look for the "Birth date" field and click the pencil icon next to it to edit.

Enter your correct birth date using the dropdown menus for month, day, and year. After you've entered the date, click "Save Changes." Facebook will confirm the update. If you see a message saying you cannot change your birth date yet, it means you've already made a change within the past 60 days and must wait until that period ends.

Steps to change your birth date on mobile

Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap "Settings & Privacy," then tap "Settings." Tap "Personal Information," then find "Birth date." Tap the pencil icon next to your birth date to edit it.

Use the dropdown menus to select your month, day, and year. Tap "Save" when you're finished. The change takes effect when ready. If you cannot edit your birth date, the same 60-day waiting period applies on mobile as on desktop.

Controlling who can see your birth date

After you've entered or changed your birth date, you can decide who sees it. In the Personal Information section where you edited your birth date, look for the audience selector — it's usually a small icon showing a person, people, or a globe next to your birth date. Click or tap it to change visibility.

Your options are "Only me" (private, visible to no one but you), "Friends" (visible only to people on your friends list), or "Public" (visible to anyone on or off Facebook). You can change these privacy settings as often as you want without hitting the 60-day restriction — the restriction applies only to changing the actual date itself.

What happens if you cannot change your birth date

If you see an error message when you try to change your birth date, Facebook is likely enforcing the 60-day waiting period. This happens when you have already changed your birth date within the past two months. The only solution is to wait until 60 days have passed since your last change, then try again.

If you're seeing a different error — one that doesn't mention the 60-day rule — try logging out and logging back in, or try the change on a different device or browser. Clearing your browser cache can also resolve technical glitches. If the problem persists, contact Facebook through the Help Center by going to Settings & Privacy > Help & Support > Report a Problem.

Why Facebook limits birth date changes

Facebook restricts how often you can change your birth date to prevent account misuse and fraud. Bad actors sometimes change birth dates to evade age restrictions on content, bypass parental controls, or hide their identity. The 60-day waiting period makes it harder to use birth date changes as part of a scheme to manipulate the platform.

This restriction does not explore to your first change — you can update an incorrect birth date when ready when you first notice the error. The waiting period only kicks in after you've made at least one change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my birth date if I made a mistake when I created my account?

Yes. If you have never changed your birth date before, you can update it right away without waiting. The 60-day restriction only applies to people who have already made at least one change to their birth date.

Will changing my birth date affect my Facebook memories or posts?

No. Changing your birth date does not delete or alter any of your posts, photos, or memories. It only changes what appears on your profile and what birthday reminders your friends see. Your activity history remains unchanged.

What if I need to change my birth date more than once in a short time?

You cannot change your birth date again until 60 days have passed since your last change. If you made a mistake in your most recent update, you will have to wait out the full 60-day period before you can correct it. Plan your change carefully to avoid this situation.

Does Facebook notify my friends when I change my birth date?

No. Facebook does not send notifications to your friends when you change your birth date. However, if you change the visibility of your birth date from private to public or friends, people may notice the change if they visit your profile.

Can I hide my birth date completely from Facebook?

Yes. Set your birth date visibility to "Only me" in your Personal Information settings. This hides your birth date from everyone except you. Facebook will still use your birth date internally for age verification and other platform functions, but no one else will see it on your profile.