Change your Facebook language in settings

To change the language Facebook displays, open your account settings, find the language option, and select from the available languages. Facebook will switch immediately — your feed, buttons, menus, and notifications will all appear in your chosen language. The process takes about one minute and works the same way on desktop, mobile web, and the Facebook app.

You do not need to log out or create a new account. Your posts, messages, and friends list stay exactly as they are. Only the interface language changes, not the content you or your friends have posted.

Key Takeaways

  • Open Facebook settings, scroll to the Language section, and click to select a different language from the dropdown menu.
  • The change takes effect immediately across all Facebook surfaces — desktop, mobile web, and the app.
  • Changing your language does not affect your posts, messages, or any content you have shared.
  • If you change your mind, you can switch back to your original language or pick a different one at any time.

Steps to change language on desktop Facebook

On a computer, click the downward arrow or your profile picture in the top right corner of Facebook. Select Settings and privacy, then click Settings. On the left side, you will see a menu — scroll down until you find Language and region. Click it.

Under the Language section, you will see your current language listed. Click the pencil icon or the language name itself to open the dropdown menu. Select the language you want from the list. Facebook will ask you to confirm — click the button to save your choice. The entire interface will switch to that language within seconds.

Steps to change language on the Facebook app

Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings and privacy, then tap Settings. Scroll down to find Language and region and tap it.

Tap Language to see the list of available languages. Select the one you want. The app will refresh and display everything in your new language. If you are using an older version of the app, the menu structure may be slightly different, but the Language option will still be in Settings.

What languages Facebook offers

Facebook supports over 100 languages, including major languages like Spanish, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Portuguese, Japanese, and Korean. It also includes many regional and minority languages. The exact list available to you depends on your location and device, though the most common languages are available everywhere.

If you do not see your language in the dropdown, it may not be available in your region, or Facebook may not yet support it. You can check the full list of supported languages by visiting Facebook's language settings page, though the dropdown menu itself shows only the languages available to you.

Changing language on mobile web

If you use Facebook through a mobile web browser instead of the app, the steps are similar to desktop. Tap the menu icon (three lines) in the bottom right, then tap Settings and privacy and Settings. Scroll to Language and region and tap Language. Select your preferred language from the list.

Mobile web may load more slowly than the app, so give Facebook a few seconds to refresh after you make your choice. If the language does not change, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening Facebook.

Switching back to your original language

If you change your language and want to switch back, follow the same steps. Go to Settings, find Language and region, and select your original language from the dropdown. You can change your language as many times as you want — there is no limit.

If you forget which language you originally used, or if you accidentally selected a language you cannot read, look for the gear icon or settings symbol in the interface. Even if the text is unfamiliar, the settings menu structure remains the same across all languages, so you can navigate by icon and position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my language affect my friends or my posts?

No. Changing your language only changes what you see on your screen. Your friends will not be notified, and your posts will remain in whatever language you originally wrote them. Other people will see their own interface in their chosen language, but your content stays the same.

Can I set different languages for different devices?

Yes. If you change the language on your phone to Spanish but leave your computer set to English, Facebook will display in Spanish on your phone and English on your computer. Each device stores its own language setting separately.

What if Facebook does not have my language?

Facebook supports over 100 languages, but not every language is available. If yours is not listed, you can request it through Facebook's help center, though there is no may provide it will be added. In the meantime, you can use English or another language you understand.

Does changing my language change my account region or location?

No. Language and region are separate settings. Changing your language does not move you to a different country or change which ads you see. Your region setting is based on where you live or where you set it, and that remains unchanged.

Why is my language setting not saving?

If your language keeps reverting to the previous one, try clearing your browser cache or app cache, then log out and log back in. If the problem continues, try changing the language again and waiting a full minute before closing the settings page. Occasionally a slow connection can prevent the change from saving properly.