Open Facebook Settings and Find the Password Option

To change your Facebook password on iPhone, start by opening the Facebook app. Tap the three horizontal lines (called the menu icon) in the bottom right corner of your screen. Scroll down until you see Settings & Privacy, then tap it. A submenu will appear — tap Settings.

Once you're in Settings, look for Password in the list. It sits near the top, usually under a section labeled Account or Security. Tap on Password to move to the next screen where you'll enter your current password and create a new one.

Enter Your Current Password

Facebook will ask you to type the password you use right now before letting you create a new one. This is a security step — it confirms that you're actually the person who owns this account. Type your current password in the field that appears and tap Next or the arrow button to continue.

If you don't remember your current password, you'll see a link that says something like "Forgot password?" or "Can't remember your password?" Tap that link, and Facebook will walk you through recovering access to your account before you can set a new password. This usually involves confirming your identity through email or phone number.

Create a Strong New Password

The next screen will show two blank fields: one for your new password and one to confirm it. Facebook will show you a strength indicator as you type — it usually displays as a colored bar that tells you whether your password is weak, fair, or strong. A strong password contains uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols (like ! or @).

Type your new password in the first field. Make it something you haven't used before and something you don't use on other websites. Then tap in the second field and type the same password again to confirm it. If the two passwords don't match exactly, Facebook won't let you proceed, so take your time and check for typos.

Key Takeaways

  • Open the Facebook app, tap the menu icon, go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then find and tap Password.
  • You must enter your current password before creating a new one as a security check.
  • Your new password should contain uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols to be considered strong.
  • Type your new password twice to confirm it matches before you save the change.
  • After you change your password, you'll be logged out on all devices and will need to log back in with your new password.

Confirm and Save Your New Password

Once you've typed your new password in both fields, look for a button at the bottom of the screen that says Change Password, Save, or Confirm. Tap this button to save your new password. Facebook will process the change for a moment, and you should see a confirmation message saying your password has been updated.

When the change is complete, Facebook will log you out of the app on your iPhone. This is normal and expected — it's a security measure to make sure only you can access your account with the new password. You'll be taken back to the login screen.

Log Back In With Your New Password

On the login screen, enter your email address or phone number in the first field, then tap the password field and enter your new password. Tap Log In. If you typed everything correctly, you'll be back in your Facebook account. If you see an error message, double-check that you're using the exact password you just created — passwords are case-sensitive, meaning capital letters matter.

If you're locked out after changing your password, or if you can't remember the new password you just set, use the "Forgot password?" link on the login screen. Facebook will send you a recovery link through email or text message so you can regain access.

What Happens on Your Other Devices

When you change your password on iPhone, Facebook logs you out on all your devices — your computer, tablet, Android phone, or any other place where you were signed in. This is a security feature that prevents someone else from accessing your account if they had somehow logged in without your knowledge.

You'll need to log back in on each device using your new password. If you see a device or location you don't recognize in your login history, you can remove it from your account settings. Go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, scroll to Where You're Logged In, and tap the device you want to remove, then select Log Out.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I forget my new password right after changing it?

Use the "Forgot password?" link on the Facebook login screen. Facebook will send you a recovery link to your email address or phone number. Click the link and follow the steps to reset your password. You don't need to know your old password to do this.

Can I change my password without knowing my current one?

No, Facebook requires you to enter your current password before you can create a new one. If you don't remember it, tap "Forgot password?" on the login screen instead. Facebook will verify your identity through email or phone and let you set a new password without the old one.

Why did Facebook log me out of everything after I changed my password?

This is a security feature. Logging you out everywhere ensures that if someone else had access to your account, they lose it when you change the password. You'll need to log back in on each device with your new password.

Is my password change saved if I close the app before seeing the confirmation?

If you saw the confirmation message that said your password was updated, the change is saved even if you closed the app. If you closed it before that message appeared, the change may not have gone through. Open Facebook again and check by trying to log in with your new password.

Can I see a list of all the places I'm logged in after changing my password?

Yes. Go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, then scroll down to Where You're Logged In. This shows every device and location where you're currently signed into Facebook. You can tap any device and select Log Out to remove it.