Adding an admin takes three clicks and happens in the group settings

To add an admin to your Facebook group, open the group, click the three dots in the top right corner, select "Edit group settings," scroll to "Admins and moderators," and click the plus sign next to "Admins." Search for the person's name, click their profile, and confirm. They will receive a notification that they have been made an admin and can start managing the group when ready.

The person you add must already be a member of the group. If they are not, invite them first, wait for them to join, and then follow the steps above. Facebook does not require their permission before you make them an admin — they will see the change when they next open the group or check their notifications.

Key Takeaways

  • You can only add someone as an admin if they are already a member of the group you manage.
  • The new admin will see a notification that they have been promoted and can begin moderating when ready without taking any action.
  • Admins can remove other admins, delete posts, ban members, and change group settings, so choose people you trust completely.
  • You can remove an admin at any time by going back to the same settings menu and clicking the X next to their name.

What admins can and cannot do in your group

An admin has nearly the same power as the group owner. They can delete posts and comments, remove members, ban people, change the group description and rules, pin announcements, and approve or reject posts if your group requires approval. They can also add other admins and remove admins you have appointed — including removing you if they choose to.

Admins cannot delete the group itself or change who the original owner is. Only the person who created the group can do those things. If you want someone to help moderate but not have full power, consider making them a moderator instead. Moderators can delete posts and comments and remove members, but they cannot change group settings or manage other admins.

The difference between admins and moderators

A moderator is a step down from an admin. They can delete posts, remove members, and ban people, but they cannot change the group name, description, rules, or settings. They also cannot add or remove other moderators or admins. Moderators are useful if you want someone to help keep the group clean without giving them control over how the group is structured.

To add a moderator instead of an admin, follow the same steps but click the plus sign next to "Moderators" instead of "Admins." The process is identical, and they will receive a notification the same way. You can have as many admins and moderators as you need, and you can change someone's role or remove them at any time.

When to add multiple admins to your group

If your group is large or active at different times of day, multiple admins help keep things running smoothly. One admin might monitor the group in the morning, another in the evening, and a third on weekends. This way, spam, rule-breaking posts, and member conflicts get handled quickly no matter when they happen.

Adding admins also protects you if something happens to your account. If you lose access to Facebook temporarily or permanently, an admin can keep the group functioning. Choose admins who have been in the group for a while, follow the rules themselves, and have shown good judgment in their comments and posts.

Removing an admin if they abuse their power

If an admin is deleting posts unfairly, banning members without reason, or changing group settings in ways you do not want, you can remove them when ready. Go to the group settings, find their name in the "Admins and moderators" section, and click the X next to their name. They will no longer be an admin, though they will remain a member of the group unless you remove them separately.

Removing an admin does not send them a notification, but they will notice when they can no longer access admin tools. If you are concerned about conflict, you can send them a private message explaining the change. If an admin has deleted important posts or changed settings you want to keep, those changes stay in place — removing them does not undo their actions.

What happens to your group information when admins change

When you add or remove an admin, the group itself does not change. All posts, member lists, rules, and settings stay exactly as they are. The only thing that changes is who has the power to modify those things going forward. If a former admin made changes while they were in power — like pinning posts or changing the group description — those changes remain unless you or another admin undo them manually.

Facebook keeps a record of who is currently an admin, but it does not show members a history of past admins. Members will not see a notification that someone was removed from admin status unless you tell them. If you want to explain a change to your group, you can post an announcement or send a message to members yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add someone as an admin if they are not in the group yet?

No. The person must join the group first. Send them an invitation, wait for them to accept and become a member, and then follow the admin steps. You cannot skip this step — Facebook requires them to be an active member before you can give them admin power.

Will the person I make an admin know right away?

They will see a notification, but it may not appear when ready if they are not actively using Facebook. The next time they open the app or website, they will see that they have been made an admin. They do not have to accept or confirm — the change takes effect automatically.

Can an admin remove me as the group owner?

No. An admin cannot remove the original owner or change who the owner is. They can remove other admins and themselves, but only the owner has the power to delete the group or transfer ownership to someone else.

What if I add an admin by mistake?

Click the X next to their name in the "Admins and moderators" section of group settings. They will be removed when ready and will no longer have any admin powers. They will stay in the group as a regular member unless you remove them separately.

Can I have admins in multiple groups?

Yes. The same person can be an admin in as many groups as you add them to. Each group is separate, so being an admin in one group does not give them power in another. You manage admins for each group independently in that group's settings.