Adding an admin takes three steps and happens in your Page settings
To add an admin to a Facebook Page, go to your Page, click Settings in the top menu, select Roles on the left sidebar, then type the person's name or email in the "Assign a new Page role" field and choose Admin from the dropdown. Click Add. The person will receive a notification and can start managing the Page once they accept the invitation.
An admin can do almost everything on your Page: post content, respond to messages, manage other admins and moderators, change Page settings, and delete the Page itself. This is different from an editor, who can post and respond to messages but cannot change settings or remove other people. If you want someone to help without giving them full control, editor is the safer choice.
The person you add must have an active Facebook account and be at least 18 years old. They do not need to be your friend. Once they accept the invitation, they can manage the Page from their own account.
Key Takeaways
- Admins can post, delete content, manage other team members, change Page settings, and delete the entire Page, so only add people you trust completely.
- You add admins through Page Settings > Roles, and the person must accept the invitation before they can manage the Page.
- An editor role gives someone the ability to post and respond to messages without access to settings or the ability to remove other admins.
- You can remove an admin at any time by going back to Roles and clicking the X next to their name.
Where to find the Roles section
Open your Facebook Page and look at the top menu bar. Click Settings — it is usually the last item on the right. A left sidebar will open with several options. Click Roles near the top of that sidebar.
If you do not see Settings in the top menu, you may not be an admin of the Page yet. Only admins can add other admins. If someone else created the Page and you need admin access, ask them to add you first.
The difference between admin, editor, and moderator
Facebook offers three main roles for people managing your Page. An admin has the most power: they can post, delete posts, change all settings, manage other admins and roles, and delete the Page. They can also see all the Page's analytics and financial information if you have a business account.
An editor can post content, delete their own posts, respond to messages and comments, and manage other editors and moderators. They cannot change Page settings, remove admins, or delete the Page. This is a good role for someone who helps with daily posting but should not have full control.
A moderator can respond to comments and messages and delete comments or messages, but cannot post content or change any settings. Use this role for someone who helps manage customer service or community conversations. A content creator can post and delete their own posts but cannot respond to messages or change settings — useful for someone who contributes content but does not manage the community.
What happens after you send the invitation
When you add someone as an admin, Facebook sends them a notification. They will see it in their notifications menu or receive an email, depending on their notification settings. They must accept the invitation before they can access your Page.
Until they accept, they will appear in your Roles list as "Invited" with a pending status. Once they accept, their status changes to "Admin" and they can when ready start managing the Page. You can see when they last accessed the Page in the Roles section.
If someone does not accept the invitation after a few days, you can send them a reminder or remove the invitation and try again. There is no time limit on how long an invitation stays open.
Removing an admin or changing their role
To remove an admin, go back to Settings > Roles and find their name in the list. Click the X next to their name and confirm. They will lose access to the Page when ready and will receive a notification that they have been removed.
You can also change someone's role without removing them entirely. Click their name in the Roles list, select a new role from the dropdown (such as Editor or Moderator), and save. They will keep their access but with fewer permissions.
You cannot remove yourself as an admin if you are the only admin on the Page. Facebook requires at least one admin at all times. If you want to step away, you must first add another admin, then remove yourself.
Security considerations when adding admins
Because admins can delete your Page, change all settings, and access financial information, only add people you know and trust. If an admin's account is hacked, the hacker gains control of your Page. Consider using a strong password and enabling two-factor authentication on your own account to prevent unauthorized changes.
Review your admin list regularly, especially if your Page has been around for a while. Remove admins who no longer help manage the Page. If you suspect an admin has made unauthorized changes, remove them when ready and change your own password.
For business Pages, consider whether an editor or moderator role would work instead of admin. Most daily tasks — posting, responding to messages, managing comments — do not require admin access. Limiting admin access to one or two trusted people reduces the risk of accidental or intentional damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add an admin who is not my friend on Facebook?
Yes. You do not need to be friends with someone to add them as an admin. You only need their name or email address. They must have an active Facebook account and be at least 18 years old.
What if someone declines the admin invitation?
If they decline, they will be removed from the Roles list and will not have access to your Page. You can send them another invitation later, or you can add a different person instead.
Can an admin add another admin without asking me?
Yes. Any admin can add other admins, editors, or moderators. This is why you should only add admins you trust completely. If you want to limit who can manage roles, use the editor role instead — editors cannot add or remove other people.
What happens to posts if I remove an admin?
Their posts stay on the Page. Removing an admin only removes their access to manage the Page going forward. All content they posted remains visible unless you delete it yourself.
Can I see what changes an admin made to my Page?
Facebook does not provide a detailed change log showing which admin made which edits. You can see Page activity in the Activity Log (Settings > Activity Log), but it does not always show who made changes. For sensitive Pages, consider using the editor role instead of admin for most team members.