Change your location in the Marketplace app or website
Facebook Marketplace uses your account location to show you items for sale near you and to let sellers know where you are. To change it, open Facebook on your phone or computer, go to Marketplace, and tap or click the location filter at the top of the page. Select a new city or zip code from the dropdown menu, and Marketplace will reload to show listings in that area.
The location you set in Marketplace is separate from your Facebook profile location. Changing one does not automatically change the other. If you want to update your profile location as well — so your friends see where you are — you will need to do that in your profile settings, not in Marketplace.
On mobile, the location button usually appears as a pin icon next to a distance range (like "Within 10 miles"). On desktop, it sits in the filter bar above the listings. Tap or click it, type the city or zip code you want, and confirm. The change takes effect when ready.
Key Takeaways
- The location filter in Marketplace is at the top of the page on both mobile and desktop, marked with a pin icon or distance range.
- Changing your Marketplace location does not change your Facebook profile location — they are two separate settings.
- You can search by city name or zip code, and the change shows new listings in that area right away.
- Your location in Marketplace affects which items appear to you and which sellers see your posts if you are selling.
Why sellers and buyers see your location
When you list an item for sale on Marketplace, your location appears to buyers so they know how far away you are and whether shipping or pickup is practical. When you browse, your location determines which listings show up first — Marketplace prioritizes items closer to you.
If you are moving to a new city or traveling and want to buy or sell in a different area, changing your location in Marketplace makes sure you are connected to the right local community. Sellers in your new location will see your posts, and you will see theirs.
Changing location on the Facebook mobile app
Open the Facebook app and tap Marketplace at the bottom of the screen. At the top of the Marketplace feed, you will see a location button — it shows either a city name or a distance range like "Within 10 miles." Tap it.
A menu will open with a search box. Type the city name or zip code where you want to browse or sell. As you type, Facebook will suggest matching locations. Tap the one you want. The feed will refresh and show listings from that area.
If you want to go back to your default location, tap the location button again and select "Current Location" or the city where your account is registered. You can change your Marketplace location as many times as you want with no penalty.
Changing location on the Facebook website
Go to facebook.com and click Marketplace in the left sidebar. At the top of the listings, you will see a filter bar with a location option. Click the location dropdown — it may show your current city or a distance range.
A search box will appear. Type the city or zip code you want and press Enter or click the result. The page will reload with listings from that location. The change stays in place until you change it again.
On desktop, you can also use the distance filter next to the location to narrow results to within 5, 10, 25, or 50 miles of your chosen location. This is useful if you are in a large city and want to see only nearby items.
What happens to your listings when you change location
If you have items listed for sale, changing your Marketplace location updates where those listings appear. Your items will now show to buyers in the new location, and your location will display as the new city or zip code to anyone viewing your posts.
Changing location does not delete your listings or affect their status. Active listings stay active, and sold items stay marked as sold. Buyers who saved your listing before you moved can still see it, but new buyers will see it in the new location.
If you move back to your original location later, your listings will move with you. There is no limit to how many times you can change your Marketplace location.
Marketplace location versus profile location
Your Facebook profile has its own location setting, separate from Marketplace. Your profile location is what appears on your profile page and in your friends' view of you. Your Marketplace location is only used within Marketplace and does not affect your profile.
If you want to change both, you will need to do each one separately. To change your profile location, go to your profile, click "About," scroll to "Basic Information," and edit the "Current City" field. To change your Marketplace location, use the location filter in Marketplace itself.
Troubleshooting location changes that do not work
If you change your location in Marketplace but the listings do not update, try closing the app or refreshing the page. Sometimes the feed takes a moment to reload with new results.
If the location button is missing or grayed out, make sure you are logged into your Facebook account and that you have the latest version of the app installed. On mobile, check your phone's app store for updates. On desktop, try a different browser or clear your browser cache.
If you cannot find a specific city or zip code, try typing just the state name or a nearby larger city. Marketplace may not recognize very small towns, but it will usually show results for the county or region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I set Marketplace to show items from multiple locations at once?
No. Marketplace shows listings from one location at a time. If you want to browse in two different cities, you will need to change your location, browse, then change it again. Some users keep two browser tabs open — one for each location — to switch between them faster.
Does changing my Marketplace location affect my privacy or who can see my profile?
Your Marketplace location is visible to other users on Marketplace, but it does not change your profile privacy settings or who can see your profile elsewhere on Facebook. Only your Marketplace location changes — your profile location stays the same unless you edit it separately.
What if I travel a lot and want to change my location frequently?
You can change your Marketplace location as often as you want. There is no limit or cooldown period. If you are traveling and want to buy or sell in different cities, just update the location filter each time you move.
Will my old listings still be visible if I change my location?
Yes. Your listings stay active and visible to buyers in the new location. Changing your Marketplace location does not delete, hide, or pause any of your posts. Buyers searching in your new location will see them.
Can I list items in one location and browse in another?
Yes. Your listing location and your browsing location are independent. You can list an item in your home city and browse Marketplace in a different city where you are traveling. Buyers in each location will see your listings based on where you posted them, not where you are currently browsing.