You can change a Facebook group name from the group settings if you are the group admin

To change your Facebook group name, open the group, tap or click the three dots or gear icon near the top, select Edit Group Settings, find the name field, type the new name, and save. The exact location of these buttons shifts slightly depending on whether you are on a phone or computer, but the process is the same. Only group admins can make this change — regular members cannot.

Facebook does not limit how many times you can change a group name, so you can update it whenever you need to. The change takes effect when ready, and all members see the new name the next time they open the group.

Key Takeaways

  • Only group admins can change the group name; members cannot access this setting.
  • The name field is in the group settings, which you reach through a menu icon (three dots or gear) near the group title.
  • The new name appears to all members right away once you save the change.
  • You can change the name as many times as you want, and Facebook does not charge a fee or impose a waiting period.
  • If you cannot find the settings menu, make sure you are logged into the account that created or administers the group.

Steps to change the group name on a phone

Open the Facebook app and navigate to the group. At the top of the group page, look for three horizontal dots (sometimes called a hamburger menu) or a gear icon. Tap it to open a menu of options.

Scroll down in that menu until you see Edit Group Settings or Group Settings. Tap it. You will see a list of settings including the group name field at or near the top. Tap the name field, delete the old name, type the new one, and tap Save or Done. The app may ask you to confirm the change — if so, tap the confirmation button.

Steps to change the group name on a computer

Go to the group page in your web browser. Near the top of the page, to the right of the group name, you should see a gear icon or three dots. Click it.

A dropdown menu will appear. Look for Edit Group Settings or Group Settings and click it. The settings page will open. The group name field is usually near the top. Click in the field, clear the old text, type the new name, and click Save Changes. The page will refresh, and your new group name will appear.

What happens if you do not have admin rights

If you are a regular member of the group, you will not see the Edit Group Settings option in the menu. Only the group creator and admins appointed by the creator can change the name. If you want the name changed, contact one of the group admins and ask them to make the update.

If you created the group but cannot find the settings option, log out and log back in to make sure you are using the correct account. Sometimes people manage multiple Facebook accounts, and the settings menu only appears when you are logged into the admin account.

Restrictions and things to know before changing the name

Facebook does not restrict how often you change a group name or charge a fee for doing so. You can change it back and forth as many times as you want. There is no waiting period between changes.

The new name must follow Facebook's community standards — it cannot include hate speech, harassment, or misleading information designed to trick people into joining. If your group name violates these rules, Facebook may remove the group or prevent you from changing it to that name. Otherwise, you have full freedom to name your group whatever you choose.

Members of the group will see the new name when ready. Facebook does not send a notification that the name has changed, but the next time someone opens the group, they will see the updated title.

Changing other group details at the same time

While you are in the group settings, you can also change the group description, privacy level (public, closed, or secret), the group icon or cover photo, and other details. All of these changes are made in the same Edit Group Settings menu.

If you want to change the privacy level — for example, from a public group to a closed group — be aware that this affects who can see and join the group going forward. Existing members stay in the group, but new people will have different access depending on the privacy setting you choose.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Only if you have been made an admin by the creator. Regular members cannot change the group name. If you need the name changed, ask one of the group admins to do it for you.

Will members get a notification when the group name changes?

No, Facebook does not send a notification. Members will see the new name the next time they open the group, but they will not receive a message about the change.

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

Yes. You can change the name to anything you want, including a previous name. Facebook does not prevent you from reusing old names or changing the name multiple times.

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

Multiple groups can have the same name on Facebook. You can name your group the same thing as another group without any problem.

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

The group's web address (URL) may change depending on your group settings, but the group itself remains the same. Members can still find and access the group through their group list, and any saved links to the group will still work.