The two ways to add someone to your Facebook account
Facebook lets you add another person to your account in two different ways, depending on what you want them to be able to do. You can add them as a Page manager if you want them to help run a Facebook Page you own, or you can add them as an account co-owner if you want to give them access to your personal account itself. These are separate processes with different permission levels, so you need to know which one fits what you're trying to do.
Adding a Page manager is the more common choice — it lets someone post, respond to messages, and manage ads on a Page without giving them access to your personal account. Adding a co-owner to your personal account is rarer and more serious, because it gives that person nearly full control over your account, including the ability to change your password and remove you.
Key Takeaways
- Page managers can help run a Facebook Page you own without accessing your personal account, and you control exactly what they can do.
- To add a Page manager, go to your Page settings, find the Roles section, and enter their email or phone number.
- Account co-owners have almost complete control over your personal account, so only add someone you trust completely.
- You can remove anyone from either role at any time by going back to the same settings and clicking Remove.
- Facebook will send the person an invitation, and they must accept it before they gain access.
Adding a manager to a Facebook Page you run
If you want someone to help manage a Page (not your personal account), start by going to that Page and clicking Settings in the top right. Then click Roles in the left menu. You'll see a section that says "Assign a new Page role" with a text box where you can type.
Type the person's email address or phone number into that box. Below it, you'll see a dropdown menu that says "Select a role" — click it and choose what level of access you want to give them. Editor lets them post, delete posts, and manage messages. Moderator lets them respond to comments and messages but not post. Admin gives them almost full control, including the ability to change Page settings and remove other managers. Choose the role that matches what you actually need them to do, then click Add.
Facebook will send that person an invitation to their email or phone. They'll need to accept it before they can access the Page. You can see whether they've accepted by going back to Settings > Roles — it will show their status as "Pending" until they accept, then it will show their role.
Adding a co-owner to your personal Facebook account
Adding someone as a co-owner of your personal account is different from adding a Page manager and should only happen if you want to give that person nearly complete control. A co-owner can change your password, remove you from the account, and access almost everything you can access. Most people never need to do this.
If you do want to add a co-owner, go to your personal account settings by clicking the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner. Click Settings & Privacy, then Settings. In the left menu, click Personal Information, then Account Ownership and Control. You'll see an option to add a co-owner — click it and enter their email address or phone number. Facebook will send them an invitation, and they must accept before they become a co-owner.
Because a co-owner has so much power, Facebook requires both of you to confirm the change. You'll both receive notifications, and you may need to verify your identity through a code sent to your email or phone. Only proceed if you are absolutely certain about this person.
What permissions each role actually has
The permissions you give depend on the role you choose. Moderator is the most limited — they can respond to comments and messages but cannot post or change any settings. Editor can post, delete posts, and manage messages, but cannot touch Page settings or manage other people's access. Admin can do everything an Editor can do, plus change Page settings, manage billing, and add or remove other managers.
| Role | Can post and delete posts | Can manage messages | Can change Page settings | Can remove other managers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moderator | No | Yes | No | No |
| Editor | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Admin | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Co-owner (personal account) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The difference between Editor and Admin matters if you want someone to help with day-to-day work but not change how the Page is set up. An Editor can post and manage messages but cannot touch settings, billing, or other managers. An Admin can do everything an Editor can do, plus change settings and manage other people's access.
How to remove someone you've added
You can remove a Page manager or co-owner at any time. For a Page manager, go to your Page, click Settings, then Roles. Find the person's name in the list and click the three dots next to it, then click Remove. They will lose access immediately.
For a co-owner on your personal account, go to Settings & Privacy > Settings > Personal Information > Account Ownership and Control. Find their name and click Remove. Again, they lose access right away. Facebook will send them a notification that they've been removed. There is no waiting period or confirmation needed to remove someone — the removal takes effect as soon as you click the button.
What happens after you send an invitation
When you add someone, Facebook sends them an invitation through email or SMS, depending on which contact method you used. They have to click the link in that invitation and accept it before they can actually access the Page or account. Until they accept, their status shows as "Pending" in your Roles list.
If they don't accept within a few days, you can send the invitation again or try a different email address or phone number. If they accept and then you change your mind, you can remove them using the steps above. The person will see a notification that they've been removed, and they'll lose access to the Page or account immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add multiple people to manage the same Page?
Yes. You can add as many managers as you want to a single Page, and each can have a different role. For example, you might have one Editor who posts daily content and one Moderator who only responds to comments. Go to Roles and repeat the process for each person.
What if the person I'm trying to add doesn't have a Facebook account?
They need to create one first. You can only add someone as a Page manager or co-owner if they have an active Facebook account. Once they've signed up, you can send them an invitation using their email or phone number.
Can someone be a manager on multiple Pages?
Yes. A single person can manage as many Pages as you add them to. They'll see all their Pages in one place when they log in, and they can switch between them.
What's the difference between a Page manager and a co-owner?
A Page manager helps run a Facebook Page you own but cannot access your personal account. A co-owner has access to your personal account itself and can change your password or remove you. Only add a co-owner if you want to share complete control of your account.
Can I limit what a Page manager can see or do?
Yes, by choosing the right role. Moderators can only respond to messages and comments. Editors can post and manage messages but cannot change settings. Admins can do everything. Pick the role that matches what they actually need to do.