The quickest way to rename your Facebook page

To change your Facebook page name, go to your page, click the Settings icon in the top right, select Edit page info, and update the name field. Facebook saves the change when ready, though it may take a few minutes to appear everywhere on the platform.

The process is straightforward on both desktop and mobile. You do not need to contact Facebook or wait for approval — the name change takes effect right away. However, there are a few limits on how often you can change it and what names Facebook will accept.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your page name by going to Settings, selecting Edit page info, and updating the name field directly.
  • Facebook allows one name change every 60 days, so plan ahead if you need to rebrand.
  • Your page name must follow Facebook's naming rules: no all-caps text, no excessive symbols, and no impersonation of real people or brands.
  • The name change appears on your page when ready, but may take a few minutes to update in search results and on other people's feeds.

Step-by-step instructions for desktop

Open your Facebook page and look for the Settings icon — it looks like a gear or three horizontal lines, depending on your browser. Click it and scroll down to find Edit page info. This opens a panel where you can edit several details about your page at once.

Find the Page name field at the top of the panel. Delete the current name and type the new one. As you type, Facebook shows you how the name will appear on your page. Once you are satisfied, click outside the field or press Enter. The change saves automatically — you do not need to click a separate Save button.

If Facebook rejects your new name, a red error message appears below the field. This usually means the name violates Facebook's naming rules. Read the message carefully — it tells you what rule you broke. Common reasons include using all capital letters, adding too many symbols, or trying to use a name that belongs to a real person or well-known brand.

How to change your page name on mobile

Open the Facebook app and navigate to your page. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll down and tap Settings & privacy, then Settings. Look for Edit page info and tap it.

Tap the Page name field to edit it. Delete the old name and type the new one. Facebook shows you a preview as you type. When you are done, tap outside the field to save. The change takes effect when ready on your phone, though it may take a few minutes to sync across all devices and browsers.

Facebook's naming rules and restrictions

Facebook has specific rules about what you can name your page. You cannot use all capital letters — so "COFFEE SHOP" will be rejected, but "Coffee Shop" is fine. You also cannot use excessive punctuation, symbols, or numbers in place of letters (like "C0FF33 SH0P"). These rules exist to keep the platform readable and prevent spam.

You cannot impersonate a real person, celebrity, or established brand. If you run a fan page, Facebook may ask you to add a descriptor like "Fan Page" or the person's name followed by a clarifying word. You also cannot use misleading names designed to trick people into thinking your page is official when it is not.

The 60-day rule means you can change your page name once every two months. If you just changed it, Facebook will not let you change it again until 60 days have passed. This limit prevents pages from constantly shifting names to evade detection or confuse followers.

What happens to your page after you change the name

Your page URL (the web address) does not change when you rename the page. If your page address was facebook.com/mycoffeeshop, it stays that way even if you change the page name to "The Daily Brew." This means your followers can still find you at the same link, and any posts you shared before the name change remain on your page.

The new name appears on your page when ready, but search results and other people's feeds may take a few minutes to update. If someone searches for your old page name, they may still see your page in results for a short time. After a few minutes, only the new name will show up in searches.

Your followers are not notified of the name change, so if you have a large audience, you may want to post an announcement letting people know you have rebranded. This is especially important if you are changing from a name people know well.

Troubleshooting a rejected name change

If Facebook rejects your new name, the error message tells you why. The most common reason is using all capital letters. Facebook converts page names to title case automatically — the first letter of each word is capitalized, and the rest are lowercase. If you type "COFFEE SHOP," Facebook changes it to "Coffee Shop."

If the message says the name is unavailable or already taken, it means another page is using that exact name. Try adding a descriptor, location, or year to make it unique — for example, "Coffee Shop Brooklyn" or "Coffee Shop 2024." You can also check whether a similar page exists by searching for the name before you try to change yours.

If you are trying to rename a fan page or community page, Facebook may require you to include a descriptor to avoid impersonation. Add words like "Fan Page," "Community," or "Unofficial" to clarify that the page is not the official account of the person or organization it is about.

When you cannot change your page name

If your page is brand new, you may need to wait a few days before you can change the name. Facebook sometimes locks new pages for a short period to prevent spam. If you created your page today and cannot edit the name, try again tomorrow.

If you have already changed your page name in the last 60 days, you cannot change it again until the 60-day window closes. The Settings panel will show you when you are may be able to access to change it next. If you made a mistake and need to change it sooner, you cannot — you have to wait out the full 60 days.

Pages that have been flagged for violating Facebook's rules may have restrictions on name changes. If your page is under review or has been temporarily limited, you may not be able to change the name until the review is complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my page name affect my followers or posts?

No. Your followers stay on your page, and all your old posts remain visible. The page URL does not change either. Only the name that appears at the top of your page and in search results changes.

Can I change my page name back to what it was before?

Yes, but you have to wait 60 days between changes. If you changed your name and want to revert, you can do so after the 60-day window closes. The old name is not reserved for you, so if another page takes it in the meantime, you may not be able to use it again.

What if someone else is using the name I want?

Facebook does not allow two pages with identical names. If the name is taken, try adding a location, year, or descriptor to make yours unique. You can also search for the existing page to see if it is active — if it has not been updated in years, you might contact Facebook to report it as inactive.

How long does it take for the new name to show everywhere?

The name change appears on your page when ready, but search results and other people's feeds may take a few minutes to update. In most cases, the change is visible everywhere within 5 to 10 minutes.

Can I change my personal Facebook name the same way?

No. Personal profiles have a different process. Go to Settings & privacy, then Settings, scroll to Personal information, and click Name. You can change your personal name once every 60 days, but the steps are different from changing a page name.