Facebook lets you change your birth date once every 60 days

You can change the age or birth date on your Facebook profile through your settings menu. The process takes about two minutes. Facebook limits how often you can make this change — you can update it once every 60 days — so plan accordingly if you need to correct an error or update your information.

The steps are the same whether you use Facebook on a computer or phone. You will need to know your current password, and the change takes effect when ready after you save it.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your birth date through Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then Personal Information.
  • Facebook enforces a 60-day waiting period between changes, so you cannot update your age more than once per two months.
  • If you set your age as a minor (under 18), your profile automatically becomes more private, and you lose access to some features.
  • If you cannot change your age because you hit the 60-day limit, you will need to wait until that period expires before trying again.

Steps to change your age on a computer

Open Facebook and click the downward arrow in the top right corner of the screen. Select Settings & Privacy, then click Settings. On the left side, click Personal Information.

Find the line that shows your birth date. Click the pencil icon next to it to edit. Change the month, day, or year as needed. Click Save Changes when you are done. Your new age will appear on your profile right away.

Steps to change your age on a phone or tablet

Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings & Privacy, then tap Settings. Tap Personal Information.

Tap the line showing your birth date. Tap the pencil icon to edit it. Change the month, day, or year. Tap Save at the top of the screen. The change takes effect when ready.

What happens if you set your age as a minor

If you change your birth date to make yourself under 18, Facebook automatically adjusts your privacy settings. Your profile becomes visible only to friends, and you lose access to some features like certain ad targeting options and the ability to use Facebook's dating tools.

If you later change your age back to 18 or older, your privacy settings do not automatically revert. You will need to adjust them manually if you want a more public profile. Check your privacy settings after any age change to make sure they match what you want.

The 60-day waiting period explained

Facebook allows you to change your birth date only once every 60 days. This limit applies whether you are correcting a typo, updating to your real age, or changing it for any other reason. The 60 days starts from the date of your last change, not from when you first created your account.

If you try to change your age before 60 days have passed, Facebook will show you a message saying you cannot make another change yet. It will tell you the exact date when you can change it again. There is no way to bypass this waiting period.

Reasons your age change might not work

If you see an error message when you try to change your age, the most common reason is that you have already made a change within the last 60 days. Check the message Facebook shows you — it will tell you when you can try again.

If you are having trouble accessing the Personal Information section, make sure you are logged into the right account. If you use multiple Facebook accounts, you may be viewing settings for a different account than the one you meant to change. Log out and log back in to the correct account, then try again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my age more than once every 60 days?

No. Facebook enforces a strict 60-day limit between changes. You cannot change your birth date again until 60 days have passed since your last change. If you need to correct an error, you will have to wait until the period expires.

What if I entered my birth date wrong when I created my account?

You can still change it using the same steps. The 60-day limit applies to all changes, including corrections. If you just created your account, you can change it right away — the limit only kicks in after your first change.

Will changing my age affect my Facebook friends or messages?

No. Your friends will not be notified of the change, and your messages and chat history will stay the same. The change only affects what appears on your profile and how Facebook handles your privacy settings if you change to or from a minor age.

Can I hide my birth date instead of changing it?

Yes. In Personal Information settings, you can choose who sees your birth date — only you, friends, or everyone. You can also hide just the year while showing the month and day. This is useful if you want to keep your age private without changing the actual date on file.

What happens if Facebook thinks my age is fake?

Facebook may ask you to verify your age with a government ID if the system flags your account as suspicious. This usually happens if you change your age drastically or if your account shows other signs of being inauthentic. Follow Facebook's instructions to upload a photo of your ID to confirm your real age.