Change your Facebook password from settings on any device

To change your Facebook password, open Facebook on your computer or phone, go to Settings, select Password, enter your current password, type your new password twice, and click Change Password. The whole process takes about two minutes. You can do this on a desktop browser, the Facebook app on Android or iPhone, or through the mobile website.

Facebook will ask you to confirm your current password before letting you set a new one. This is a security check — it means someone who has access to your account but not your email cannot change your password without knowing the old one first. After you change it, you will be logged out of all other devices and sessions, so you will need to log back in on any phone, tablet, or computer where you use Facebook.

Key Takeaways

  • You need your current password to change to a new password; Facebook will not let you skip this step.
  • After you change your password, Facebook logs you out everywhere, and you must log back in on each device.
  • A strong password uses at least 12 characters and mixes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the login screen instead of going to Settings.

Step-by-step instructions for desktop

On a computer, log into Facebook and look for the downward-pointing arrow or three horizontal lines in the top right corner of the page. Click it to open a menu. Scroll down and click Settings and Privacy, then click Settings. On the left side, click Password. Type your current password in the first box, then type your new password in the second box, and type it again in the third box to confirm. Click the blue Change Password button at the bottom.

Facebook will show a confirmation message saying your password has been changed. You may see a list of devices and browsers where you are currently logged in — these will all be logged out within a few minutes. If you see a device you do not recognize, you can click "Log out" next to it right away instead of waiting.

Step-by-step instructions for mobile app

On iPhone or Android, open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines (called a menu icon) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy, then tap Settings. Scroll down to the Security section and tap Password. Type your current password, then type your new password twice, and tap Change Password. The app will confirm the change and log you out of other sessions.

If you are using the mobile website instead of the app, the steps are the same as the desktop version — tap the menu icon, go to Settings, find Password, and enter your old and new passwords.

What makes a strong Facebook password

A strong password is at least 12 characters long and uses a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. For example, "BlueMoon#2024$Tree" is stronger than "password123" because it combines different types of characters and is longer. Avoid using words from the dictionary, your name, your birthday, or information that appears on your Facebook profile.

Do not reuse a password you have used on other websites or accounts. If one website gets hacked, a password thief can try that same password on Facebook, Gmail, banking sites, and everywhere else. A password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into your phone can generate and store strong passwords so you do not have to remember them.

What happens after you change your password

Facebook logs you out of all devices and browsers where you were logged in. On your phone, you will see a notification that you have been logged out, and you will need to enter your username and password again the next time you open the app. On your computer, you will be logged out of any browser tabs where Facebook was open. This logout happens within a few minutes of the password change.

If you have Facebook linked to other apps or services — like Instagram, Messenger, or games — you do not need to change those passwords. Facebook owns Instagram and Messenger, so they use the same login, but changing your Facebook password will log you out of those apps too. Third-party apps that use "Log in with Facebook" will keep working, but you may need to log back into them separately.

If you forgot your current password

If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot use the Settings method. Instead, go to facebook.com on any device and click "Forgotten password?" below the login boxes. Enter your email address, phone number, or username. Facebook will send a link to your email or a code to your phone. Click the link or enter the code, and you will be able to set a new password without knowing the old one.

This process takes longer than changing a password you remember — usually a few minutes for the email to arrive. If you do not have access to the email or phone number linked to your account, you can use the account recovery form on Facebook's help center to prove you own the account by answering security questions or uploading a photo ID.

Changing your password on a shared or borrowed device

If you are using someone else's computer or phone, change your password, then make sure you log out of Facebook completely. After you change your password, Facebook automatically logs you out, but you should click "Log Out" from the menu to be certain. Do not check the "Keep me logged in" box if you see it, because that stores your login information on the device.

If you have already used Facebook on a shared device and you are worried someone else might have seen your password, change it as soon as you get to a private device. You can also go to Settings, click Where You're Logged In, and log out of any device you do not recognize or no longer use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my password if I change my email address?

No. Changing your email address does not affect your password. Your password stays the same until you change it. However, if someone has access to your old email address, they might be able to use "Forgot Password" to reset your Facebook password, so changing your password is a good idea if your email has been compromised.

What if I change my password but still cannot log in?

Wait a few minutes — sometimes the change takes a moment to process across Facebook's servers. Make sure you are typing your new password correctly, including capital letters and symbols. If you still cannot log in, use "Forgotten password?" to reset it again. If that does not work, you may have a compromised account, and you should report it to Facebook through their help center.

Will changing my password log me out of Messenger?

Yes. Messenger uses the same login as Facebook, so changing your Facebook password logs you out of Messenger on all devices. You will need to log back in with your new password the next time you open Messenger.

Can I change my password on the Facebook website if I only have the app?

Yes. Open a web browser on your phone, go to facebook.com, and follow the mobile website steps. The steps are the same as using the app, but you are using the browser instead. You can also change your password through the app — both methods work equally well.

How often should I change my Facebook password?

Change your password if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another website that was hacked, or if you have not changed it in over a year. You do not need to change it every month unless your workplace or school requires it. A strong, unique password that you change only when necessary is better than a weak password you change often.