Learn How to Make Someone a Facebook Page Admin

Understanding Facebook Page Admin Roles and Permissions

A Facebook Page Admin is someone who manages a Facebook business page or community page. Admins have different levels of control depending on which admin role they hold. Facebook offers several admin role types, each with specific permissions that determine what tasks that person can perform on the page.

The main admin roles on Facebook include Admin, Editor, Moderator, Analyst, and Advertiser. An Admin has the highest level of control and can perform almost every action on the page, including adding or removing other admins. An Editor can create and edit posts, manage content, and interact with followers, but cannot manage other admins or change page settings. A Moderator can respond to comments and messages and remove inappropriate content but has more limited posting abilities. An Analyst can view page insights and performance data but cannot create posts or manage the page directly. An Advertiser can create and manage ads on the page but has limited access to other page features.

Understanding these different roles matters because you want to give people only the permissions they actually need. If someone only needs to post content, they don't need to be a full Admin. If someone needs to respond to customer questions, they can be a Moderator. This approach keeps your page secure and organized.

Practical takeaway: Before making someone an admin, think about what tasks they actually need to do on your page. This helps you choose the right role and keeps your page functioning smoothly.

Steps to Add Someone as a Facebook Page Admin

Adding someone as an admin to your Facebook page involves several straightforward steps. First, you must be logged into your own Facebook account and already be an Admin on the page where you want to add another admin. You cannot add an admin if you only have Editor, Moderator, Analyst, or Advertiser status.

To begin, navigate to your Facebook page and look for the Settings option. On most devices, you'll find this in the top right area of your page. Click or tap Settings, then look for the section labeled "Page Roles" or "Roles and Permissions." This section shows all the people currently managing your page and their specific roles.

Next, you'll see an option to add a new person to your page roles. This typically says something like "Add another admin" or "Add person." Click this option. A search box will appear where you can type the name or email address of the person you want to add as an admin. As you type, Facebook will show you matching profiles. Select the correct person from the list that appears.

After selecting the person, Facebook will ask you to choose which role you want to give them. Use the dropdown menu to select from Admin, Editor, Moderator, Analyst, or Advertiser. Once you choose the role, click the button to confirm, which might say "Add" or "Confirm." The person will then receive a notification that they've been made an admin on your page.

Practical takeaway: Keep your login information secure when adding admins. Only add people you trust with managing your page, since admins can make significant changes to your page content and settings.

Requirements and Considerations Before Adding an Admin

Before you add someone as an admin to your Facebook page, several conditions must be met. The person you want to add must have an active, personal Facebook account. They cannot use a business account, fake account, or suspended account. They also cannot already be banned from using Facebook, as this prevents them from managing pages.

You must be an Admin yourself to add other admins. If you only have Editor or other limited roles, you won't see the option to add page roles. If you're not sure what role you have on your page, you can check by going to Settings and looking at your own role in the Page Roles section.

The person you're adding needs to be old enough to use Facebook according to Facebook's terms of service, which requires users to be at least 13 years old in most countries, though some regions have different age requirements. Additionally, consider whether the person has the time and reliability to manage page responsibilities. Adding an admin is not a temporary action—they'll have access to your page until you remove them.

You should also think about privacy and security. The person you add as an admin will be able to see your page's insights, including detailed information about your followers and post performance. They'll also have access to your page's message inbox and may see private communications from your followers. Make sure you trust them with this information.

Practical takeaway: Check that the person has an active Facebook account and is someone you genuinely trust with access to your page data and content before proceeding with adding them as an admin.

Step-by-Step Process on Different Devices

The process of adding a Facebook page admin works similarly across devices, but the exact steps may look slightly different on a computer, tablet, or phone. Understanding how to do this on your specific device makes the process smoother.

On a computer using the Facebook website, log into your account and navigate to your page. Click the Settings button located near the top right of your page cover photo area. Once Settings opens, look for "Page Roles" in the left menu. Click on Page Roles. You should see a section that shows current admins and an area to add new roles. Look for text that says "Assign a new page role" or similar language. Click in the text box and type the name of the person you want to add. When their profile appears, click on it to select them. A dropdown menu will appear asking what role to give them. Select the appropriate role and click "Add" or "Confirm."

On Facebook's mobile app for phones and tablets, the layout is similar but buttons may be in slightly different locations. Open the Facebook app and go to your page. Tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) at the bottom right of your screen. Look for "Settings" and tap it. Then tap "Page Roles." The process from this point mirrors the website version. You'll search for the person, select them, choose their role, and confirm.

Some people use Facebook's business tools like Facebook Business Suite to manage their pages. If you use Business Suite, you can also add page admins through that platform. The steps are generally the same: navigate to Settings, find People and Roles, and add the new person with their desired role.

Practical takeaway: Regardless of which device you use, the core process remains the same. If you get stuck, look for "Settings" and "Page Roles" as your starting points.

Managing and Removing Page Admins Over Time

After you add someone as a page admin, you may eventually need to manage their role or remove them from the page entirely. Life changes—people leave jobs, responsibilities shift, or someone may no longer be involved with your business. Knowing how to update admin roles keeps your page secure and running well.

To change someone's role, go back to Settings and Page Roles. You'll see a list of all people managing your page with their current roles. Find the person whose role you want to change and look for an option to edit their role, often shown as a dropdown menu next to their name. Click on it and select the new role you want them to have. For example, you might change someone from Admin to Editor if they no longer need full page access. Save your changes.

To remove someone as an admin completely, go to the same Page Roles section. Find the person you want to remove and look for a remove or delete option, usually shown as an X button or a "Remove" link. Click this option. You may see a confirmation message asking if you're sure you want to remove them. Confirm your choice. Once removed, that person no longer has any access to manage your page, though they can still see your page as a regular user if it's public.

It's wise to regularly review who has admin access to your page. Every few months, check your Page Roles section to see who currently manages your page. Remove anyone who is no longer involved with your business or organization. This practice keeps your page secure and prevents outdated admins from making unwanted changes.

Document who your admins are and what roles they hold. This creates a record of who can make changes to your page. If something goes wrong with your page—like inappropriate posts or unauthorized changes—you'll know who had access when the problem occurred.

Practical takeaway: Review your page admins regularly and remove access for anyone who no longer needs it. Keeping this list current protects your page and helps prevent misuse.

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