Managing a Facebook Page effectively often requires a team. Whether you’re growing your business, organizing community events, or managing public relations, adding an admin to your Facebook Page can make collaboration smoother and more efficient. This comprehensive guide walks you through the latest and easiest ways to assign admin roles to others using both the Classic Page experience and Meta Business Suite.
Understanding Facebook Page Roles
Before assigning someone as an admin, it’s important to understand the different roles:
- Admin: Full access to all features, including assigning roles and managing settings.
- Editor: Can edit the page, send messages, and post as the page.
- Moderator: Can respond to messages and comments, see insights.
- Advertiser: Can create ads and view insights.
- Analyst: Can view insights only.
Note: Only admins can add or remove people in roles.
Adding an Admin Through the Classic Facebook Page Interface
1. Go to Your Facebook Page
- Log into your Facebook account.
- Navigate to the Page you manage.
2. Open Settings
- On the left menu, scroll down and click Page Access.
3. Access Page Roles
- Click Page Access from the left-hand side menu.
4. Assign a New Role
- Under “Manage and view access”, click Add New.
5. Search for the person
- Search for the person you would like to have access to the page.
6. Give Access
7. Confirm Your Password
- Facebook will ask you to re-enter your password to confirm.
Granting Admin Access Using Meta Business Suite
1. Open Meta Business Suite
- Visit business.facebook.com
- Choose your business account.
2. Navigate to User Settings
- Click Settings in the left navigation panel.
- Then select People under Users.
3. Add a New User to Your Business Account
- Click Add in the top right.
- Enter the user’s email address.
- Choose the access type:
- Full control (Admin)
- Partial access (e.g., for Ads or Page management)
- Click Next and assign assets (Pages, Ad Accounts, etc.)
4. Specify Admin Permissions for the Page
- Select the Page you want them to manage.
- Toggle Admin access on.
- Click Invite.
5. Finalize the Invitation
- The person will receive an email or Facebook notification.
- Once they accept, they’ll appear under your People list.
How to Add an Admin Using the Facebook Mobile App
1. Open the Facebook App and Access Your Page
- Tap the menu (three lines) > Pages > select your Page.
2. Enter the Page Settings
- Scroll down to Page Roles or Professional Dashboard > Page Access.
3. Invite a New Admin
- Tap Add New.
- Enter the name or email, select Admin, and confirm.
Best Practices When Adding Admins
- Choose Trusted People: Admins have full control and can remove other admins.
- Limit Admins: Too many admins can lead to confusion and security risks.
- Review Roles Regularly: Audit your roles monthly to ensure relevance and security.
- Use Meta Business Suite for Teams: It’s more secure and offers better access control.
Common Issues & Troubleshooting
- Can’t Add Someone? Ensure they’ve liked the Page or are a Facebook user.
- No Settings Option? You might not be an admin yourself.
- Access Request Not Received? Have the user check their spam folder and Facebook notifications.
Conclusion
Adding an admin to your Facebook Page is essential for team collaboration and effective social media management. Whether you prefer the Classic Page setup or the Meta Business Suite, following these steps will help you confidently delegate responsibilities while maintaining control over your brand.
If you run into any trouble, Facebook’s Help Center is also a great resource—or feel free to ask here!