How to transfer admin control of a Facebook page
To change the admin of a Facebook page, you go to the page's settings, find the Roles section, and assign a new admin from the list of people who already have access to the page. The person you're making admin must already have a Facebook account and must have been added to the page in some role — usually as an editor or moderator. Once you assign them as admin, they have full control over the page, including the ability to remove you or change settings. You keep your own admin access unless you remove yourself.
The process takes about two minutes and doesn't require the new admin to do anything on their end. They'll see their new role the next time they visit the page or refresh their browser.
Key Takeaways
- The person you want to make admin must already have a Facebook account and already be added to your page in some role.
- You change roles in the page Settings under the Roles section, where you can see everyone with access to the page.
- Once someone becomes admin, they can remove you, change the page name, delete posts, and alter all settings — so only make someone admin if you trust them completely.
- You can have multiple admins on one page, and you can change roles back at any time as long as you still have admin access yourself.
- If you're the only admin and you remove yourself, no one can manage the page until Facebook support restores admin access.
Step-by-step: making someone else an admin
Open the Facebook page you manage. At the top right, click the three-line menu icon (sometimes called the hamburger menu). Scroll down and click Settings.
On the left side of the settings page, click Roles. You'll see a list of everyone who has access to the page, organized by their current role: Admin, Editor, Moderator, Analyst, or Advertiser.
Find the person you want to make admin. Click the dropdown menu next to their name (it currently shows their role). Select Admin from the list. Facebook will ask you to confirm — click Change or Confirm. That's it. The person is now an admin.
What you need before you can make someone admin
The person must have an active Facebook account. They can't be a business account, a test account, or a deactivated account — it has to be a real personal Facebook profile that they use and can log into.
They must already be added to the page in some role. If they've never been added to the page at all, you'll need to add them first. Go to Roles in Settings, click Add a New Role, search for their name or email, and give them a starting role (usually Editor or Moderator). Once they're on the page in any role, you can then promote them to Admin.
You must be an admin yourself. If you're an editor, moderator, or analyst, you can't change anyone's role — only admins can do that.
What an admin can do (and what you're giving up)
When you make someone an admin, they get the same power you have. They can change the page name, description, profile picture, and cover photo. They can delete any post, comment, or message on the page. They can remove other admins, editors, or moderators — including you. They can change all settings, run ads, and see all analytics and insights.
This is why you should only make someone admin if you trust them completely. If you're sharing page management with a business partner, co-founder, or family member, admin access is appropriate. If you're hiring a social media manager or contractor, consider making them an Editor instead — they can post, respond to comments, and manage most day-to-day tasks without being able to delete the page or remove you.
The difference between admin and other roles
An Editor can create and publish posts, respond to comments and messages, upload photos and videos, and see basic page insights. They cannot change the page name, remove other people, or delete the page itself.
A Moderator can respond to comments and messages, delete comments and messages, and see basic insights. They cannot create posts or change any settings.
An Analyst can only view page insights and analytics. They cannot post, comment, or change anything.
An Advertiser can run ads and see ad performance. They cannot post or manage the page itself.
If you're the only admin and need to step back
Before you remove yourself as the only admin, make sure someone else is already an admin on the page. If you remove yourself and no other admin exists, the page becomes locked. No one can manage it, post to it, or change settings until you contact Facebook support to restore access.
To avoid this: add another person as admin first, confirm they have access, and only then remove yourself. If you've already removed yourself and locked the page, go to facebook.com/help and search for "locked page" or "no admin" to find the support form. Facebook can take several days to respond.
Changing or removing someone's admin access
You can change someone from admin to a lower role (like Editor) at any time, as long as you're still an admin yourself. Go to Settings, click Roles, find their name, click the dropdown next to their role, and select the new role. Click Confirm.
You can also remove someone entirely by clicking the dropdown and selecting Remove. They'll lose all access to the page when ready.
If you want to remove yourself as admin but keep the page managed, make sure at least one other person is admin first. Then go to your own name in the Roles list, click the dropdown, and select a lower role or Remove.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make someone admin if they're not my friend on Facebook?
Yes. They don't need to be your friend — they just need a Facebook account and to already be added to the page in some role. You can search for them by name or email when you add them to the page, and they'll appear in your Roles list even if you've never connected as friends.
Will the new admin be notified that they're now an admin?
Facebook doesn't send a notification, but they'll see the change the next time they visit the page or refresh their browser. It's a good idea to tell them separately so they know to expect the new access and understand their responsibilities.
Can I have multiple admins on one page?
Yes. You can have as many admins as you want. Each one has full control, so only add people you trust completely. If you have multiple admins, any of them can remove the others, so make sure everyone agrees on who should have that level of access.
What happens if an admin leaves and I can't contact them?
As long as you're still an admin, you can remove them from the Roles list at any time. Go to Settings, click Roles, find their name, click the dropdown, and select Remove. They'll lose access when ready. If they're the only other admin and you need to remove them, make sure you add another admin first so the page doesn't lock.
Can I make someone admin on a business page I don't own?
No. Only the page owner or someone with admin access can change roles. If you manage a page but aren't an admin, you'll need to ask an admin to promote you or to add the other person themselves.