Your Facebook password protects your posts, photos, and messages. If someone else tries to get into your account, a strong password helps keep them out. You may also want to change your password if it is old or if you use the same password on other sites.
Here is a straightforward guide on how to change your Facebook password on the app and on a computer.
Where to Find the Password Settings?
Facebook keeps all security tools in one place called the Security and Login section. You can find it inside your account settings.
The Security and Login menu lets you:
- Change your password
- Check where your account is logged in
- Turn on two factor authentication
- Update login alerts
Once you know where this menu is, the rest is easy.
How to Change Your Password on the Facebook App
These steps work on both iPhone and Android.
- Open the Facebook app and log in.
- Tap the menu icon.
- Scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Security and Login.
- Find the section called Login and tap Change Password.
- Type your current password.
- Type your new password and confirm it.
- Tap Save Changes.
Your new password will take effect immediately.
How to Change Your Password on a Computer
You can also change your password from any desktop browser.
- Go to facebook.com and sign in.
- Click your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Click Settings and Privacy.
- Click Settings.
- Click Security and Login.
- Look for Change Password and click Edit.
- Enter your current password.
- Enter your new password.
- Click Save Changes.
Facebook may ask if you want to log out of other devices. It is smart to choose yes if you think someone else used your account.
What to Do If You Forgot Your Password?
If you cannot remember your password, you can reset it.
- Go to the Facebook login page.
- Tap or click Forgot Password.
- Enter your email or phone number.
- Choose a code sent to your email or phone.
- Enter the code and set a new password.
This gives you a fresh password without needing the old one.
Safety Tips After You Change Your Password
Here are some steps to help keep your Facebook account safe.
- Log out of old devices you do not use
- Turn on two factor authentication
- Check your login history for strange activity
- Update your recovery email and phone number
- Use a password that is not used on other accounts
Taking small steps like these can protect your account from unauthorized access. If you found this guide helpful, feel free to share it or leave a comment.