How Do I Change My Name on Facebook?
In a nutshell: There may come a time when you need to change your name on Facebook. Maybe you've recently gotten married, changed your legal name, or want your profile name to reflect what friends and family know you by.
Fortunately, changing your name is easy when you know where to look. Read on to find out how to update your name and what you need to know to adhere to Facebook standards.
Introduction
There may come a time when you need to change your name on Facebook. Maybe you've recently gotten married, changed your legal name, or want your profile name to reflect what friends and family know you by.
Fortunately, changing your name is easy when you know where to look. Read on to find out how to update your name and what you need to know to adhere to Facebook standards.
Understand Facebook name policies
Before changing your name on Facebook, it's important to understand the platform's policy on names.
The idea is that Facebook users go by the name they use in everyday life so that people always know who they're connecting with. You don't have to use your full legal name: it could be a nickname or variation of your full name. What's important is that your new name doesn't contain any of the following:Numbers, symbols, punctuation, or unusual capital lettersTitles such as Mrs., Dr., or Prof.Phrases or words rather than a nameOffensive words or phrasesIf your new name doesn't meet these standards, the change may be rejected.
Open the Facebook homepage
Once you've ensured your new profile name is acceptable, it's time to log in to your Facebook account. Open a new browser tab and type www.facebook.com into the address bar. Hit Enter.
Sign in to your Facebook account
You now need to log in to your Facebook account. Click in the top field to enter the email address or mobile number associated with your account. Hit Tab or click into the second field to enter your Facebook password. If you've forgotten your sign-in details, click Forgotten password? and follow the instructions.
Once you've completed the details, click Log in. If asked to do so, complete the reCAPTCHA to confirm you're not a robot.
Open your Facebook account settings
Click your profile picture in the top-right corner. Select Settings & privacy.
Select Settings
Navigate to the Accounts Center
Beneath Settings & Privacy on the left side of the screen, you should see Accounts Center. Click on it.
Open your Facebook profile settings
Select Profiles and personal details from the menu on the left and click on your Facebook profile account.
Change your name
Select Name in the pop-up window. You can now enter your new profile name by changing your first, middle, and/or last name. Then click Review change.
Review your name change
You now have the opportunity to review your changes before confirming the change. If you're happy with your new name, click Done. If not, close the pop-up box to make amendments.
As long as your new name adheres to the guidelines, once you hit Done, you've changed your name on your Facebook profile.
Conclusion
Changing your name on Facebook only takes a minute when you know where to look. Whether you're updating your profile to reflect a life event or want to make it easier for people to find or recognize you, follow our guide to ensure your new name meets platform standards and complete the process online.
If you're struggling to change your profile or access your account, contact Facebook customer support for assistance.
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