How to change who runs your Facebook page
To change the administrator on a Facebook page, you go to the page settings, find the Roles section, and either promote someone to admin or remove the current one. The person you want to make admin must already be a follower of the page. You need to be an admin yourself to make this change — if you are not, you cannot alter who has control.
The process takes about two minutes and happens entirely within Facebook's mobile app or desktop site. No special permissions from Facebook are needed, and the change takes effect when ready. The new admin gets full control over posts, settings, messaging, and who else can manage the page.
Key Takeaways
- Only current admins can change who manages a page, and the person being promoted must already follow the page.
- Go to your page, click Settings, then Roles to see and change who has admin access.
- You can make someone an admin, editor, moderator, or analyst — each role has different permissions.
- Removing an admin happens in the same Roles section by clicking the X next to their name.
Steps to promote someone to admin on desktop
Open your Facebook page and click the Settings button at the top right. In the left menu, click Roles. You will see a list of people who already have access to the page, organized by their role.
In the "Assign a New Role" section at the bottom, type the name of the person you want to make admin in the search box. Click their name when it appears. A dropdown menu will show you role options: Admin, Editor, Moderator, and Analyst. Click Admin. That person will now have full control of the page.
Steps to promote someone to admin on mobile
Open the Facebook app and go to your page. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right, then tap Settings. Scroll down and tap Roles.
Tap "Assign a New Role" and search for the person's name. When their profile appears, tap it. Select Admin from the role options. The change is when ready — they can start managing the page right away.
What each role can and cannot do
Admin has complete control: they can change settings, post and delete content, manage other admins and roles, and see all page analytics. An admin can remove other admins, so choose this role only for people you fully trust.
Editor can post, delete posts, and respond to messages, but cannot change page settings or manage other people's roles. This is useful for team members who create content but should not control the page structure.
Moderator can respond to messages and comments, delete comments, and ban people from the page, but cannot post or see analytics. Use this for customer service staff or community managers.
Analyst can only view page analytics and reports — they cannot post, delete, or manage anything. This role is for people who need to track performance but should not touch the page itself.
How to remove an admin
Go to Settings, then Roles. Find the person you want to remove in the list. Click or tap the X next to their name. A confirmation box will appear asking if you are sure. Click Remove. That person when ready loses all access to the page.
If you remove yourself as admin, you will lose access to the page entirely. Make sure at least one other admin remains before you do this. If you are the only admin and remove yourself by mistake, you will need to contact Facebook through the Help Center to regain access.
What happens when you change admin
The new admin can see the entire history of the page — all posts, messages, and analytics from the beginning. They can change the page name, profile picture, and all settings. They can also remove you as admin if they choose.
The old admin does not get a notification that they have been removed, but they will notice when they try to access the page settings and find they no longer can. There is no way to hide the change or make it silent — it straightforward takes effect.
Troubleshooting: why you might not see the Roles option
If you cannot find the Roles section in Settings, you are probably not an admin on the page. Only admins can change roles. If someone else created the page and never made you an admin, you will not see this option no matter how many times you look.
If you are an admin but the Roles section is missing, try logging out and back in, or closing and reopening the Facebook app. Sometimes the interface does not load fully on the first try. If it still does not appear after that, the page may have a restriction — contact Facebook Help Center for support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make someone an admin if they don't follow my page?
No. The person must already follow your page before you can assign them a role. If they have not followed it yet, ask them to do that first, then go back to Roles and search for their name.
What if I accidentally remove myself as the only admin?
You will lose access to the page. Go to the Facebook Help Center, select your page, and explain what happened. Facebook can restore your admin status, but it may take a few days. To avoid this, always make sure at least one other trusted admin exists before removing yourself.
Can an admin see messages sent before they became admin?
Yes. Admins can see the entire message history of the page, including conversations from before they had access. If privacy is a concern, this is something to consider when choosing who to promote.
Does the new admin get notified when I make them admin?
They do not get a special notification, but they will see a change in their page access when they next visit the page. They may notice new options in the menu or settings that were not there before.
Can I have multiple admins on one page?
Yes. You can have as many admins as you want. Each one has full control, so only add people you trust completely. Any admin can remove any other admin, including you.