The quickest way to rename a Facebook group

To change a Facebook group name, open the group, tap or click the group name at the top, select Edit Group Settings, find the name field, type the new name, and save. The whole process takes under a minute. You must be the group admin or have been given permission to edit the group to make this change.

Facebook does not limit how many times you can rename a group, so you can change it back if you make a mistake. The new name appears when ready to all members — there is no waiting period or approval step.

Key Takeaways

  • Only group admins or members with edit permissions can change the group name.
  • The name change takes effect right away and shows to all group members when ready.
  • You can rename a group as many times as you want with no restrictions from Facebook.
  • The process is the same on mobile and desktop, though the exact button locations differ slightly.
  • Changing the name does not affect the group's URL, member list, or any posts already in the group.

Step-by-step on desktop

Go to the group page and look at the top of the screen. You will see the group name displayed prominently. Click directly on the group name — it is a clickable link, not just text.

A menu will open with several options. Look for Edit Group Settings and click it. This takes you to the settings page where you can change multiple things about the group at once.

Find the field labeled Group Name at the top of the settings form. Clear the current name and type the new one. Facebook allows group names up to 80 characters. When you are done typing, scroll down and click the Save button at the bottom of the page.

Step-by-step on mobile (iPhone and Android)

Open the Facebook app and navigate to your group. Tap the group name at the very top of the screen — the same way you would on desktop.

Scroll down through the menu that appears and tap Edit Group Settings. On mobile, this option is usually near the middle of the menu.

Tap the Group Name field, delete the old name, and type the new one. Scroll to the bottom and tap Save. The change takes effect when ready, and you will see the new name reflected in the group header.

What happens to the group when you rename it

The group's web address (URL) does not change when you rename it. If members have bookmarked the group or saved a link, those links still work. The group ID stays the same behind the scenes, so Facebook's systems know it is the same group.

All existing posts, photos, files, and member history remain exactly as they were. Renaming does not delete anything or reset the group in any way. Members do not receive a notification that the name changed, but they will see the new name the next time they visit the group or see it in their group list.

If you do not have permission to rename the group

Only admins can change the group name. If you are a moderator or regular member, you will not see the Edit Group Settings option when you click the group name. Ask one of the group admins to make the change for you, or request that they give you admin status if you need to manage the group regularly.

To see who the admins are, go to the group and look for the Members section. Admins are listed first and marked with an "Admin" label next to their name.

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

The most common mistake is clicking the wrong thing. Make sure you are clicking the actual group name at the top of the page, not the search bar or another menu item. If a menu does not open, you clicked something else — try again on the group name itself.

Another mistake is forgetting to click Save after typing the new name. If you type a new name and then navigate away from the settings page without saving, the change will not stick. Always scroll down and confirm the Save button is there before leaving the page.

If you are on mobile and the settings menu looks different than described here, make sure you are using the current version of the Facebook app. Older versions have slightly different layouts. Update the app from your phone's app store if you have not done so recently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change a Facebook group name back to what it was before?

Yes. There is no limit on how many times you can rename a group. If you change the name and then want the old name back, just go through the same steps and type the original name again. Facebook does not prevent you from reusing old names.

Will members get notified when I change the group name?

No. Members will see the new name the next time they visit the group or look at their group list, but Facebook does not send them a notification about the change. If you want members to know about the rename, post an announcement in the group.

What if the name I want is already taken by another group?

Facebook allows multiple groups to have the same name. You can rename your group to anything you want, even if another group uses that name. The groups are kept separate by their unique ID numbers behind the scenes.

Does changing the group name affect the group link or URL?

No. The group's web address stays the same no matter what you rename it to. Bookmarks and saved links continue to work. The URL is based on the group ID, not the name.

Can I change the group name if I am not the original creator?

Yes, as long as you are an admin. Any admin can rename the group, not just the person who created it. If you are a moderator but not an admin, you will need to ask an admin to make the change.