Adding an admin takes three steps in Facebook's settings

To add an admin to your Facebook Page, go to Settings, select Roles, and then add the person's name or email address to the Admin field. Facebook will send them a notification, and once they accept, they'll have full control over your page — they can post, delete content, manage comments, and change settings just like you can.

The person you're adding needs to have a personal Facebook account first. They don't need to be your friend, but their account must exist and be in good standing (not suspended or restricted). If they don't have a Facebook account yet, they'll need to create one before you can add them as an admin.

Key Takeaways

  • Admins have complete control over your page, including the ability to delete posts, change the page name, and remove other admins, so only add people you trust completely.
  • You must be the page owner or an existing admin to add new admins — regular members cannot perform this action.
  • The person you're adding must have an active personal Facebook account; you can find them by name or email address.
  • New admins receive a notification and must accept the role before they can make any changes to your page.

Step-by-step: Adding an admin from your computer

Step 1: Go to your Facebook Page and click Settings in the top right corner. You'll see a menu with several options — look for Settings near the bottom.

Step 2: In the left sidebar, click Roles. This is where you manage who has access to your page and what they can do.

Step 3: Scroll down to the Admin section. You'll see a field that says "Add an Admin" or shows a plus sign. Click it.

Step 4: Type the person's name or email address. As you type, Facebook will show you matching accounts. Click the correct person from the list.

Step 5: Click Add. Facebook will send them a notification asking them to accept the admin role. They must accept before they can make changes to your page.

Adding an admin from your phone

On iPhone or Android, open the Facebook app and go to your Page. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right, then scroll down and tap Settings.

Tap Roles, then scroll to Admin and tap Add an Admin. Type the person's name or email, select them from the list, and tap Add. The process is identical to the computer version — they'll receive a notification and must accept the role.

Understanding admin permissions and limitations

An admin can do almost everything you can do on your page: post content, delete posts and comments, respond to messages, change the page name and description, add or remove other admins, and view page insights. The main thing they cannot do is delete the page itself — only the original page creator can permanently delete it.

Because admins have so much power, only add people you know well and trust. If someone's account is compromised or they leave your organization, remove them immediately by going back to Settings > Roles and clicking the X next to their name. There is no undo — once you remove someone, they lose all access right away.

What happens when someone declines the admin invitation

If the person you invited doesn't accept the admin role within a few days, the invitation stays pending. You can see pending invitations in the Roles section — they'll show as "Awaiting Response" or similar language depending on your Facebook version.

You can resend the invitation or remove it entirely. If someone declines, you'll see that in the Roles section as well. There's no penalty for declining — you can simply invite someone else or ask the person why they declined and try again later.

Troubleshooting: Why you might not see the add admin option

If you don't see the Roles section or the Add an Admin button, you may not be the page owner or an existing admin. Only people with admin or owner status can add new admins. If you created the page, you should be the owner automatically, but if someone else created it, you'll need them to add you as an admin first.

Another common issue: the person you're trying to add doesn't have a Facebook account yet, or their account is suspended. Ask them to check their account status or create one if they don't have it. Facebook won't let you add someone whose account is inactive or restricted.

If you're still having trouble, make sure you're using the current version of Facebook. Older versions of the app or browser sometimes have bugs. Log out completely, clear your browser cache, and log back in, then try again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add an admin without them being my friend on Facebook?

Yes. You don't need to be friends with someone to make them an admin of your page. You just need their name or email address. They do need to have a personal Facebook account, but friendship is not required.

What's the difference between an admin and an editor?

An admin has full control over the page, including the ability to add or remove other admins and change all settings. An editor can post, delete content, and manage comments, but cannot add other people or change core page settings like the name or category. Use editor for people who help with content but shouldn't control the entire page.

Can I remove an admin I added by mistake?

Yes. Go to Settings > Roles, find the person's name in the Admin section, and click the X next to it. They lose access immediately. There's no waiting period or notification — they simply can no longer make changes to your page.

What if an admin leaves my organization?

Remove them right away from Settings > Roles. Don't wait — the longer they have access, the more damage they could do if their account is compromised or if they decide to act against your interests. After you remove them, consider changing your page password if you've shared it with anyone.

Can I have multiple admins on one page?

Yes. You can add as many admins as you need. Each one has the same level of control, so make sure everyone you add understands their responsibilities and that you trust them completely.