The fastest way to switch accounts
Facebook lets you switch between accounts without logging out and back in each time. On most devices, you can add multiple accounts to the Facebook app or website, then tap or click a menu to jump between them in seconds. The exact steps depend on whether you use a phone, tablet, or computer.
If you only have one account set up on your device right now, you will need to add the second account first. After that, switching takes three taps or clicks at most. You do not need to remember passwords or go through a login screen each time.
Key Takeaways
- The Facebook app and website both let you add multiple accounts and switch between them from a menu without logging out.
- On phones and tablets, open the menu (three horizontal lines), scroll to the bottom, and tap the account name to see other accounts you have added.
- On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right corner and select the account you want to use from the dropdown.
- To add a new account to your device, use the "Add Account" or "Log In" option in the same menu where you switch accounts.
- If you forget which accounts you have added, check the account switcher menu — it shows every account currently set up on that device.
How to switch accounts on the Facebook app (iPhone and Android)
Open the Facebook app and look for the three horizontal lines (called a menu icon) at the bottom right of your screen on iPhone, or at the top right on Android. Tap it to open the menu.
Scroll all the way to the bottom of the menu. You will see your account name and profile picture. Below that, tap "Switch Account" or "Add Account" depending on what you see. If you have already added a second account, you will see both account names listed — tap the one you want to use.
The app will switch to that account when ready. Your feed, messages, and notifications will now show content from the account you selected. To switch back, repeat the same steps and tap the other account name.
How to switch accounts on the Facebook website (computer)
Go to Facebook.com in your web browser. In the top right corner, click your profile picture or the down arrow next to it. A dropdown menu will appear.
Look for "Switch Account" or a list of accounts you have already added. If you see account names listed, click the one you want to use. If you only see your current account, click "Add Account" to log in to another account on the same browser.
After you click a different account, the page will refresh and you will see that account's feed and settings. You can switch back the same way at any time.
Adding a second account to your device
Before you can switch between accounts, you need to add both accounts to your device. Open the Facebook app or go to Facebook.com, then find the account switcher menu (three lines on mobile, profile picture on computer).
Look for "Add Account" or "Log In" at the bottom of the menu. Tap or click it. You will see a login screen. Enter the email address or phone number and password for the account you want to add. Facebook will remember this account on your device.
Once you log in, that account is now saved on your device. You can switch to it anytime from the same menu without entering your password again. You can add up to five accounts per device on the mobile app.
What happens when you switch accounts
When you switch to a different account, Facebook shows you that account's feed, messages, notifications, and settings. Your previous account stays logged in on the device — it does not log out. This is why switching is when ready.
Each account keeps its own separate data on your device. If you post something, send a message, or change a setting while logged into Account A, that change only affects Account A. When you switch to Account B, you will not see those changes.
If you close the Facebook app or clear your browser data, you may need to log back in to some or all of your accounts. To avoid this, do not clear app data or browser cache unless you want to remove accounts from your device.
Removing an account from your device
If you no longer want to switch to a particular account on your device, you can remove it. Open the account switcher menu (three lines on mobile, profile picture on computer).
Find the account you want to remove. On mobile, press and hold the account name until a "Remove" or "Log Out" option appears, then tap it. On a computer, hover over the account name and click the X or "Remove" button if one appears.
The account will be removed from your device, but it will not be deleted from Facebook. You can add it back later by logging in again. Your other accounts will stay on your device.
Troubleshooting account switching problems
If the account switcher menu does not appear, make sure you are using the latest version of the Facebook app. Go to your device's app store (Google Play for Android, App Store for iPhone) and check for updates. Outdated versions sometimes hide the account switcher.
If you see only one account in the switcher even though you added two, log out completely and log back in to the second account. On mobile, tap the three lines, scroll to the bottom, and look for "Log Out". On a computer, click your profile picture and select "Log Out". Then use "Add Account" to log in to the second account again.
If you forgot the password to one of your accounts, you will need to reset it before you can add it to your device. Go to Facebook.com on any browser, click "Forgotten Password" on the login screen, and follow the steps to reset it using your email or phone number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch accounts on Facebook Messenger?
Yes. Open Messenger and tap your profile picture at the top left (mobile) or click your profile picture at the top left (computer). You will see a list of accounts you have added to Messenger. Tap or click the account you want to use. Messenger uses the same account switcher as the main Facebook app.
Will switching accounts log me out of other apps?
No. Switching Facebook accounts on the Facebook app or website does not affect your login status in other apps like Instagram or WhatsApp. Those apps have their own separate logins. You may need to switch accounts in those apps separately if you use multiple accounts there too.
What if I only see one account in the switcher?
You have only added one account to your device so far. To add another, tap or click "Add Account" in the switcher menu and log in with the email and password for your second account. After that, both accounts will appear in the switcher.
Does switching accounts delete my messages or posts?
No. Switching accounts does not delete anything. Your messages, posts, photos, and settings stay exactly where they are on each account. Switching just changes which account you are viewing on your device.
Can I be logged into two accounts at the same time on different devices?
Yes. You can be logged into Account A on your phone and Account B on your computer at the same time. Facebook allows this. Each device keeps track of which accounts are logged in separately.