Change your Facebook page name from the page settings menu

To change your Facebook page name, go to your page, click the Settings button in the top right, select Edit Page Info from the left menu, and update the name field. Facebook lets you change your page name once every 60 days, though newly created pages must wait 14 days before the first change. The name you enter must follow Facebook's naming rules — no all-caps text, no excessive punctuation, and no symbols that look like letters.

The process takes about two minutes and takes effect when ready. Your followers will see the new name right away, and the old name won't appear in search results. However, the URL of your page (the web address) does not change automatically — you can update that separately if you want a matching web address.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your page name once every 60 days through the Settings menu under Edit Page Info.
  • New pages must wait 14 days after creation before you can change the name for the first time.
  • Facebook page names cannot be all capital letters, cannot have excessive punctuation, and cannot use symbols in place of letters.
  • Your page URL (web address) stays the same unless you manually change it in the Page Info settings.
  • The name change takes effect when ready and is visible to all your followers and people who search for your page.

Step-by-step instructions for changing the page name

Open your Facebook page and look for the Settings button in the top right corner of the page header. Click it to open the settings menu. On the left side, you will see a menu with several options — find and click Edit Page Info.

In the Edit Page Info section, locate the Page Name field near the top. Click in the text box, delete the current name, and type the new name you want. As you type, Facebook will show you whether the name follows its rules — if you see a red warning, adjust the text until it clears. Once the name looks correct, scroll down and click Save Changes. The new name will appear on your page within seconds.

Facebook's naming rules and what to avoid

Facebook has specific rules about what text is allowed in a page name. You cannot use all capital letters — if you type "COFFEE SHOP" it will be converted to "Coffee Shop." You cannot use excessive punctuation marks or special characters like asterisks, dollar signs, or emoji. You also cannot use numbers or symbols as a replacement for letters, such as writing "C0FFEE" instead of "COFFEE."

The name should describe what your page is about. If Facebook rejects your name, it is usually because it contains symbols, excessive caps, or text that looks like spam. Try removing any special characters and using standard capitalization — capitalize the first letter of each main word, like "Coffee Shop" or "Local News Updates." If you are still seeing an error, wait a few minutes and try again, as the system sometimes needs a moment to process.

Understanding the 60-day waiting period between changes

Once you change your page name, you cannot change it again for 60 days. This rule applies to every page owner, with no exceptions. If you made a mistake or want to try a different name, you will need to wait the full 60 days before making another change. The timer starts from the moment you click Save Changes.

Plan your page name carefully before you make the change. If you are unsure whether a new name will work for your business or community, test it with a few people first or write it down and look at it for a day. Once you commit to the change, you are locked into that name for two months.

What happens to your page URL when you change the name

Your page's web address — the URL that appears in the browser bar — does not automatically update when you change the page name. For example, if your page URL is facebook.com/pages/old-coffee-shop/123456789, changing the name to "New Coffee Shop" will not change that URL. The URL stays the same so that old links and bookmarks still work.

If you want a URL that matches your new page name, you can change it manually in the Page Info settings. Look for the Page Address or Username field in Edit Page Info. You can usually change this once, so choose carefully. A matching URL makes your page easier to share and remember, but it is not required.

Timing: when you can change your page name for the first time

If you just created your page, you must wait 14 days before you can change the name. This waiting period starts the moment you create the page. After those 14 days pass, you can change the name whenever you want, but then you will be subject to the 60-day waiting period between changes.

If you are trying to change a brand new page and Facebook tells you that you cannot, check the creation date. Count forward 14 days from that date. Once that date passes, try again. The system will let you proceed.

Troubleshooting: what to do if the change does not work

If you click Save Changes and the name does not update, first check that you are not within the 60-day waiting period from your last change. If you are, you will see a message telling you how many days remain. If the waiting period is not the issue, refresh your page by pressing F5 or closing and reopening Facebook — sometimes the change takes a moment to display.

If you see an error message about the name itself, read it carefully. Common reasons for rejection are all-caps text, special characters, or numbers used as letter replacements. Remove those elements and try again. If the error persists and you believe your name follows the rules, wait a few hours and try once more. Occasionally the system experiences a brief delay in processing name changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my page name more than once every 60 days?

No. Facebook enforces a 60-day waiting period between name changes for all pages. There is no way to bypass this rule or request an exception. Plan your name change carefully, as you will be locked into the new name for at least two months.

Will my followers be notified when I change my page name?

Your followers will not receive a notification about the name change, but they will see the new name the next time they visit your page or see your posts in their feed. The change is when ready and visible to everyone.

What if someone else already has the page name I want?

Facebook allows multiple pages to have the same name — the page name and the page URL are different things. Two pages can both be called "Coffee Shop," but they will have different URLs and different page IDs. If you want a unique URL, you may need to choose a slightly different name or add a location.

Can I use special characters like & or - in my page name?

Some special characters are allowed, such as hyphens and ampersands, but others are not. Test your name by typing it into the Page Name field — Facebook will show you a red warning if the character is not permitted. Stick to letters, numbers, spaces, and common punctuation like hyphens and apostrophes.

Does changing my page name affect my page's search ranking or followers?

Changing your page name does not remove your followers or reset your page. All your posts, followers, and page history remain the same. However, if people were searching for your old name, they will not find your page under that name anymore — they will need to search for the new name or use your page URL.