You can change your birthday on Facebook anytime, but Facebook limits how often you can do it
To change your birthday on Facebook, go to your profile, click the "About" tab, find the birthday field, and update it. Facebook lets you change your birthday once every 60 days. If you need to change it more frequently than that, you'll have to wait — Facebook enforces this limit to prevent misuse of the birthday feature.
The process takes about two minutes. You can make your birthday visible to everyone, visible only to friends, or completely hidden from your profile. Most people don't realize they can hide their birthday entirely, which is useful if you prefer not to share that information.
Key Takeaways
- Open your Facebook profile, click "About," scroll to the birthday field, and click "Edit" to change it.
- Facebook allows you to change your birthday once every 60 days, so plan your changes accordingly.
- You can set your birthday to be visible to everyone, visible only to friends, or hidden from your profile entirely.
- If you created your account with an incorrect birthday years ago, you may need to contact Facebook support to make changes beyond the 60-day limit.
Step-by-step: Changing your birthday on desktop
Start by going to your Facebook profile. Click your profile picture in the top right corner and select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. This takes you to your profile page.
Once you're on your profile, look for the "About" tab below your cover photo. Click it. Scroll down until you see the "Basic Information" section, which contains your birthday field. Click the pencil icon or "Edit" button next to your birthday.
A box will appear showing your current birthday. Change the month, day, and year as needed. When you're done, click "Save Changes" or the checkmark button. Your new birthday is now saved to your account.
Step-by-step: Changing your birthday on mobile
Open the Facebook app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap "Profile" to go to your profile page.
Scroll down and tap "About." Look for the birthday field under "Basic Information" and tap it. A screen will open where you can change the month, day, and year. Make your changes and tap "Save" at the top of the screen.
The app may ask you to confirm the change. If it does, tap "Confirm" or "Save" again. Your birthday update is complete.
Controlling who sees your birthday
When you edit your birthday, Facebook shows you a privacy setting next to the date. This controls who can see your birthday on your profile. You have three main options: everyone, friends only, or only you.
To change this setting, click the privacy icon (it looks like a globe or a lock) next to your birthday field while editing. Select your preferred audience. "Everyone" means anyone on Facebook can see it. "Friends" means only people you've added as friends can see it. "Only Me" hides it from everyone except you.
Many people choose "Friends" as a middle ground — it lets people you know see your birthday so they can wish you well, but keeps it private from strangers. You can change this privacy setting anytime without waiting for the 60-day limit.
What happens if you hit the 60-day limit
Facebook's 60-day rule means you can only change your birthday once per two-month period. If you try to change it again before 60 days have passed, Facebook will show you a message saying you've already made a recent change and will need to wait.
The timer starts from the date of your last change, not from the beginning of the month. So if you changed your birthday on March 15, you can change it again on May 14. If you try on May 13, you'll be blocked.
This limit exists because Facebook uses birthdays to verify accounts and prevent fraud. Frequent changes can trigger security flags on your account.
If you can't change your birthday at all
Sometimes Facebook won't let you edit your birthday even if you haven't changed it in 60 days. This usually happens if you created your account with a birthday that made you appear under 18 years old, and you're now trying to change it to make yourself appear older.
Facebook has strict rules about age verification because of laws protecting minors. If you created an account as a minor and listed your real age, you may not be able to change it to an older age later. You can still change it to a different date within the same age range, but you cannot change it to make yourself appear significantly older.
If you believe your birthday was entered incorrectly and you need to change it beyond these limits, you can contact Facebook support through the Help Center. Go to Settings & Privacy, then Help Center, search for "birthday," and look for the option to report a problem. Facebook may ask you to provide identification to verify your request.
Why Facebook asks for your birthday
Facebook requires a birthday when you create an account for several reasons. It helps Facebook verify you're old enough to use the platform — you must be at least 13 years old. It also powers the birthday reminder feature that notifies your friends when your birthday is coming up.
Your birthday is also used for account recovery. If you forget your password or get locked out, Facebook may ask you to confirm your birthday as part of the verification process. This is why entering an accurate birthday matters, even if you keep it hidden from your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hide my birthday completely on Facebook?
Yes. When editing your birthday, click the privacy icon next to the date and select "Only Me." This hides your birthday from everyone except you. Your friends won't see birthday reminders, and your birthday won't appear on your profile.
What if I made a typo when I created my account and my birthday is completely wrong?
If your birthday is significantly incorrect, contact Facebook support through the Help Center. Search for "birthday" and select the option to report a problem with your birthday information. Facebook may ask for identification to verify your request before making the change.
Does changing my birthday affect my age on Facebook?
Yes. Your age on Facebook is calculated from your birthday. If you change your birthday, your age updates automatically. However, Facebook prevents you from changing your birthday in ways that would make you appear much older or younger than when you created your account.
Can I change my birthday more than once every 60 days?
No. Facebook enforces a 60-day waiting period between birthday changes. If you need to change it sooner, you'll have to wait until the 60 days have passed. The timer resets each time you make a change.
Will my friends get notified if I change my birthday?
No. Changing your birthday doesn't send notifications to your friends. However, if you change your birthday to a date that's coming up soon, your friends may see the birthday reminder when that date arrives.