How to Change Facebook Account Name

 How to Change Facebook Account Name

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Changing your Facebook account name is a simple process, but keep in mind that Facebook has guidelines on name changes (e.g., real names, no nicknames, and no using offensive language). Here’s how you can change your Facebook account name:

### On Desktop (Web Browser):

1. **Log in to Facebook**: Open [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com) in a web browser and log in to your account.

2. **Go to Settings**:

   - Click the **downward arrow** in the top-right corner of the screen (next to the notifications and messages icons).

   - From the dropdown menu, select **Settings & Privacy** and then click on **Settings**.

3. **Edit Name**:

   - In the left-hand menu, click on **Personal Information** under the "General" tab.

   - Next to your name, click **Edit**.

4. **Change Your Name**:

   - Enter your new first, middle (if desired), and last name.

   - Facebook may ask you to review its name guidelines, which you should follow.

5. **Save Changes**:

   - After making your changes, click **Review Change**.

   - You will be asked to choose how your name appears (e.g., first name first or last name first).

   - Click **Save Changes** when you are happy with your new name.

### On Mobile (Facebook App):

1. **Open the Facebook App**: Open the Facebook app on your phone.

2. **Go to Menu**:

   - Tap on the **three horizontal lines** (hamburger menu) in the top-right corner (iOS) or bottom-right corner (Android).

3. **Access Settings**:

   - Scroll down and tap on **Settings & Privacy**, then tap **Settings**.

4. **Edit Name**:

   - Under **Personal Information**, tap **Personal Information** or **Account Settings**, depending on your version of the app.

   - Tap on **Name**.

5. **Change Your Name**:

   - Enter your new first, middle, and last name, following the guidelines.

6. **Save Changes**:

   - After entering the new name, tap **Review Change**.

   - Choose how you'd like your name to appear.

   - Tap **Save Changes** to finalize the update.

### Important Notes:

- **Frequency**: You can only change your Facebook name once every 60 days.

- **Guidelines**: Facebook has strict name policies, so your name must match the name you use in real life, and it can’t contain unusual punctuation, numbers, or symbols.

- **Name Display**: After changing your name, it may take a while for the new name to appear across all parts of Facebook.

If you don't meet the guidelines or attempt too many changes, Facebook might reject your name change request. Make sure the name you choose complies with their policies.