You cannot delete a Facebook page you do not own, but you can report it or request removal under specific circumstances
Facebook does not give you the power to delete a page unless you are an admin on that page. If someone else created the page and you are not listed as an admin, you have three realistic paths: request admin access from the current owner, report the page to Facebook if it violates their rules, or ask Facebook to remove it if it impersonates you or uses your identity without permission.
The path that works depends on why the page exists and what it contains. A page created in your name without your consent is treated differently from a fan page about you that you straightforward dislike. Understanding which situation you are in will save you time and frustration.
Key Takeaways
- You can only delete a Facebook page if you are listed as an admin; otherwise you need the current owner to remove it or transfer control to you.
- If the page impersonates you or uses your name and image without permission, Facebook may remove it when you report it with proof of identity.
- Pages that violate Facebook's community standards — such as pages spreading misinformation in your name or harassing you — can be reported through Facebook's reporting tool.
- If the page owner ignores your requests, document your communications and file a report with Facebook's impersonation or harassment team rather than trying to contact them repeatedly.
Request admin access from the page owner
The simplest solution is to ask the person who created the page to make you an admin, then remove the page yourself. Go to the page, click the three dots in the top right, select Settings, then Page Roles. If you are already listed there as an editor or moderator, you can ask the owner to change your role to Admin. Once you have admin access, you can delete the page by going to Settings > General > Remove Page.
This works best when the page owner is someone you know — a family member, friend, or colleague who created it without thinking it through. Send them a direct message explaining why you want the page removed. Be specific: "This page uses my name and photo without my permission" is clearer than "I don't like this page." Many people will transfer admin rights once they understand the concern.
If the owner refuses or does not respond after a week, move to reporting the page instead. Repeated requests can look like harassment in your message history, which weakens your case if you later need to report the page to Facebook.
Report the page for impersonation
If the page uses your name, photo, or personal information to pretend to be you, Facebook considers this impersonation. Go to the page, click the three dots, and select Report Page. Choose It's pretending to be me or someone else. Facebook will ask you to confirm your identity and may request a photo of your ID or a government document to verify you are who you claim to be.
Facebook takes impersonation seriously because it can be used for scams, harassment, or spreading false information in your name. When you report, be clear about what makes it impersonation: does it use your full name and profile picture? Does it claim to be you? Does it post content that could confuse people into thinking you wrote it? The more specific you are, the faster Facebook can review it.
Impersonation reports usually take a few days to a few weeks. Facebook will either remove the page, ask the owner to change it, or ask you for more information. You will receive a notification about the outcome, though Facebook does not always explain its decision in detail.
Report the page for harassment or misinformation
If the page does not impersonate you but harasses you, spreads false information about you, or violates Facebook's community standards in another way, report it under a different category. Click the three dots on the page, select Report Page, and choose the reason that fits: It's harassing me or someone I know, It's spam, or False information.
Harassment reports work best when you can show a pattern. If the page posts insulting comments about you repeatedly, or if it encourages others to contact you with threats, screenshot those posts with dates visible. If the page spreads false claims about you — such as claiming you endorse a product you do not or stating something untrue about your background — explain what the false claim is and why it is false.
Facebook reviews these reports but does not always remove the page. They may remove individual posts, reduce how many people see the page, or take no action if they determine the content does not violate their rules. You will not always know what decision they made.
Document everything before you report
Before you report the page, take screenshots of the page name, the "About" section, the profile picture, and any posts that concern you. Include the date and time in your screenshots — most phones and computers do this automatically. Save these files in a folder on your computer or phone so you have them if Facebook asks for more information.
If you have sent messages to the page owner asking them to remove the page, screenshot those too. This shows Facebook that you tried to resolve it directly first. If the page owner has sent you threatening or insulting messages, those are also worth saving.
Do not edit or alter screenshots. Facebook can tell when images have been changed, and altered evidence weakens your report. If you need to highlight something, use your phone's built-in markup tool or a straightforward rectangle — do not change the content itself.
What to do if Facebook denies your report
If Facebook reviews your report and decides not to remove the page, you have limited options. You can appeal the decision by going back to the page, clicking the three dots, and selecting Report Page again. Explain why you believe your first report was correct, and provide any new information or screenshots you did not include before.
You can also block the page so you do not see its posts in your feed, and encourage anyone who knows you to do the same. Blocking a page does not remove it, but it stops it from appearing in your own experience.
If the page continues to harass you or spread information that causes real harm, consider reporting it to local law enforcement or a lawyer. Impersonation, defamation, and harassment can be illegal depending on what the page says and does, and where you live. Facebook's rules are not the same as the law.
Prevent this from happening again
Once the page is removed or you have stopped worrying about it, adjust your privacy settings to make it harder for someone to create a page in your name. Go to your personal profile, click the three dots next to your name, and select Settings and Privacy > Settings > Privacy. Look for the option Who can look you up using the email address or phone number you provided? and set it to Friends only or Me only. This makes it harder for someone to find you and create a page using your information.
You cannot prevent someone from creating a page about you entirely — Facebook allows pages about public figures, celebrities, and other people — but you can make it less likely that they will have straightforward access to your contact information or photo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete a page if I am listed as an editor but not an admin?
No. Only admins can delete a page. If you are an editor or moderator, you can manage posts and members, but you cannot remove the page itself. Ask the admin to either delete it or promote you to admin so you can delete it yourself.
How long does it take Facebook to remove a page after I report it?
Facebook does not publish a standard timeline. Most reports are reviewed within a few days to a few weeks, but some take longer. You will receive a notification when Facebook has made a decision, though they do not always explain their reasoning in detail.
What if the page owner lives in another country?
Report the page to Facebook rather than trying to contact the owner. Facebook's reporting system works the same way regardless of where the owner lives. If the page violates Facebook's rules, Facebook can remove it or ask the owner to change it, even if you cannot reach them directly.
Can I get the page owner's contact information from Facebook?
No. Facebook does not share the personal information of page owners with other users. Your only contact with the owner is through the page itself or through mutual connections. If you need to reach them, ask a mutual friend or try searching for them on Facebook using their name.
What if someone created a page pretending to be me to scam people?
Report it to Facebook when ready for impersonation, and also report it to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov. If people have lost money, they may file reports too, which helps law enforcement investigate. Keep all screenshots and documentation of what the page said and did.