How Do I Change my Page Name on Facebook in 2024

A Facebook page provides a convenient way for followers to access your contact information, view your products, and explore recent projects. But, if you’ve recently rebranded or updated your business name, it’s important to ensure your Facebook page reflects this change. 

This blog guides you how to change your Facebook page name on computers, laptops, and mobile devices.

How to Change Your Facebook Page Name on Desktop 

1. Open the Facebook website and log in to your account.
2. From the homepage, go to the Pages option in the left sidebar.

3. In the pages you manage section on the right, select the page you wish to update.
4. Scroll down in the left sidebar and click edit page info.

5. At the top of the page, find the name text box under general and enter your new page name.
6. After typing in the new name, click outside the text box. A confirmed name change request pop-up will appear.
7. Click Request Change.

How to Change Your Facebook Page Name on Mobile Devices

1. Open the Facebook app on your iPhone or Android device.
2. Tap the three horizontal lines icon in the bottom-right corner for iPhone users, or the top-right corner for Android users. 
3. Then select Pages.

4. Under Pages You Manage, choose the page whose name you want to update.
5. Tap the Settings icon (a gear symbol) in the top-right corner.
6. In Settings, select Page Info.

7. In the About section, tap on the Name field, enter your new page name, and tap Continue.

8. Finally, tap Request Change to submit your name update request.

What’s Not Allowed for Facebook Business Page Names?

• Abusive terms or phrases
• Using the word official
• Improper capitalization
• Symbols or unnecessary punctuation
• Descriptions or slogans
• Any variation of the word “Facebook”

What Happens If People Search for Your Old Facebook Page Name?

When you change the name of your Facebook page, people who search for your old page name will still see it in their News Feed. But if they click on the page link, they will be automatically redirected to your new Facebook page with the updated name. 

And over time, as search algorithms adjust and make changes to the Facebook News Feed, your updated page name will gradually become more prominent in search results. This process ensures that your page remains discoverable, even as users continue to search using the old name.

What If you Can't Change your Facebook Page Name

Here is what you need to do if the page name is not changing.

1. Wait for Facebook’s Review Process

If your page name change didn’t go through, it might be due to the review time. Facebook typically takes about three business days to process and apply name changes, so be patient before trying again.

2. Check for Policy Violations

If Facebook detects suspicious activity, it might suspend your page, making any edits impossible.

3. Ensure You Have Admin Access

For pages with more than 200 likes, only an admin can change the page name. If your page has fewer than 200 likes, you might be able to make the change without needing admin privileges, but check your status first.

4. Review Facebook’s Limitations on Your Page

Sometimes Facebook restricts you to change your page name even if you are the admin. This could be due to a recent name change request (within seven days) or other limitations related to your account behavior or suspicious activity.

5. Contact Meta Support for Assistance

If none of the above solutions is working for you, reach out to Meta’s support team. They can help identify any issues on their end or clarify if there’s a specific problem preventing the name change.

In Summary  

Changing your Facebook page name is a straightforward process, but there have been some recent changes many of us are not aware of. By following Facebook’s guidelines and carefully choosing a name that accurately represents your brand, you can ensure a smooth transition that keeps your followers connected and informed.