How to Add Admin to Facebook Page (2026): New Pages Experience Guide

Need to add someone as admin to your Facebook page? Facebook's New Pages Experience has changed how page access works. Instead of traditional "Admin" and "Editor" roles, Facebook now uses Full Control and Partial Control access levels. Here's exactly how to add team members in 2026.

Quick Steps: Add Admin to Facebook Page (2026)

Desktop method (New Pages Experience):

1. Go to your Facebook page
2. Click your Page profile picture → Settings & Privacy → Settings
3. Select Page setup in the left menu
4. Click View next to "Page access"
5. Next to "People with Facebook access," click Add New
6. Enter their name or email address
7. Choose Full control (admin) or Partial control
8. Click Add and confirm

Mobile method:

1. Open Facebook app
2. Go to your page
3. Tap the menu icon → Settings
4. Select Page access
5. Tap Add New under "People with Facebook access"
6. Enter details and select access level

Understanding Facebook Page Access Levels (2026)

Facebook's New Pages Experience has simplified page roles into two main access levels: Full Control and Partial Control. Here's what each includes:

Full Control (Equivalent to Admin)

People with Full Control can do everything on your Page:

• Add or remove other people with Facebook access
• Manage all Page settings and preferences
• Create, edit, and delete posts, Stories, and Reels
• Send messages and respond to comments (if you encounter messaging issues, see our Facebook Messenger troubleshooting guide)
• Create and manage ads
• View all insights and analytics
• Delete the Page entirely
• Remove anyone from the Page, including the original creator

Important: Only give Full Control to people you trust completely—they can remove you from your own Page.

Partial Control (Equivalent to Editor/Moderator)

People with Partial Control can manage content but not settings:

• Create, edit, and delete posts, Stories, and Reels
• Respond to comments and messages as the Page
• View insights and analytics
• Cannot add or remove other team members
• Cannot change Page settings
• Cannot delete the Page

Task Access (For Specific Functions)

You can also give people Task Access for specific functions only:

• Content tasks: Create and manage posts
• Messages tasks: Respond to messages
• Community tasks: Manage comments and community
• Ads tasks: Create and manage advertising
• Insights tasks: View Page analytics

Classic Page Roles (If Still Using Old Experience)

Some Pages still use the classic experience with these roles:

Step-by-Step Guide: Desktop (New Pages Experience)

Method 1: Through Page Settings

Step 1: Access Page Settings

• Log into Facebook and navigate to your Page
• Click on your Page profile picture in the top right
• Select Settings & Privacy from the dropdown
• Click Settings

Step 2: Navigate to Page Access

• In the left menu, click Page setup
• Find "Page access" and click View
• You'll see "People with Facebook access" section

Step 3: Add New Person

• Click Add New next to "People with Facebook access"
• Enter the person's name or email address
• Click on their name when it appears in the search results

Step 4: Select Access Level

• Choose Full control to give admin-level access
• Choose Partial control for content management only
• Review what permissions they'll receive

Step 5: Confirm and Send Invitation

• Click Give access or Add
• The person will receive a Facebook notification
• They must accept the invitation to gain access
• You can verify their status in the Page access settings

Method 2: Through Meta Business Suite

For Business Pages:

1. Go to business.facebook.com
2. Click Settings (gear icon) in the left sidebar
3. Select People under "Users"
4. Click Add people
5. Enter email address and select access level
6. Assign them to your Page with desired permissions

Step-by-Step Guide: Mobile

Facebook Mobile App (2026)

Step 1: Navigate to Your Page

• Open the Facebook app
• Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines)
• Scroll down and tap Pages
• Select your business page

Step 2: Access Page Settings

• Tap the Settings icon (gear) or menu
• Look for Page access or Settings & Privacy
• Tap to open access management

Step 3: Add Team Member

• Tap Add New under "People with Facebook access"
• Search for the person by name or enter their email
• Select Full control or Partial control
• Tap Add to send the invitation

Note: Some advanced settings may only be available on desktop. If you can't find an option on mobile, try using a computer.

Choosing the Right Access Level

Access Level Selection Guide

Give Full Control to:

• Business partners and co-owners
• Trusted employees who need complete management access
• Agency partners who manage everything on your behalf

Give Partial Control to:

• Content creators and social media managers
• Customer service team members
• Marketing staff who only need to post and engage

Use Task Access for:

• Freelancers working on specific projects
• Advertising specialists (ads tasks only)
• Analysts who need to view data (insights tasks only)
• Virtual assistants handling messages only

New Pages Experience vs Classic Comparison

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Person can't be found

Possible causes:

• They don't have a Facebook account
• Their privacy settings block searches
• You're entering incorrect information
• Their account is temporarily restricted

Solutions:

• Ask them to create Facebook account first
• Have them adjust privacy settings
• Use their exact Facebook email address
• Try adding by their Facebook username

Invitation not received

Check these factors:

• Facebook notifications settings
• Email spam/junk folder
• Notification delays (can take 24 hours)
• Account restrictions or limitations

Troubleshooting steps:

1. Resend the invitation
2. Ask them to check notification settings
3. Verify their email address is correct
4. Try adding them again after 24 hours

Can't access page roles

Requirements to manage roles:

• You must be a page admin
• Page must be published (not unpublished)
• Your account must be in good standing
• You need desktop access for some features

Role invitation declined

If someone declines:

• They'll receive notification of decline
• You can send another invitation
• Consider explaining the role benefits
• Ensure they understand what access they'll have

Security Best Practices

Before adding admins

Verify the person:

• Confirm their identity personally
• Check their Facebook profile authenticity
• Ensure you trust them completely
• Consider their social media experience

Review their access needs:

• Start with minimum required role
• Upgrade permissions as needed
• Set expectations about page management
• Discuss content guidelines and brand voice

Admin account security

Requirements for new admins:

• Strong, unique password
• Two-factor authentication enabled
• Regular security check-ups
• Awareness of phishing attempts

Page security settings:

• Enable page notifications
• Monitor page activity regularly
• Review role assignments quarterly
• Keep admin list updated

Managing Multiple Admins

Team coordination

Communication guidelines:

• Establish posting schedules
• Define content approval process
• Set response time expectations
• Create content style guidelines

Workflow organization:

• Assign specific responsibilities
• Use content calendars
• Regular team meetings
• Performance tracking

Content management

Posting protocols:

• Who can post what content
• Approval process for campaigns
• Brand voice consistency
• Crisis communication procedures

Monitoring responsibilities:

• Comment moderation schedules
• Message response assignments
• Community management duties
• Reporting and analytics review

Removing Page Roles

When to remove access

Common scenarios:

• Employee leaving company
• Contractor project completion
• Agency relationship ending
• Security concerns

Removal process

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Page settings > Page roles
2. Find the person's name
3. Click "Edit" next to their role
4. Select "Remove from page"
5. Confirm the removal

Important notes:

• They'll be notified of removal
• Their past posts remain on page
• Remove access immediately when needed
• Document role changes for records

Legal and Business Considerations

Business protection

Documentation:

• Keep records of who has access
• Document role changes and dates
• Maintain contact information
• Create admin succession plans

Agreements:

• Consider social media use agreements
• Define content ownership
• Establish confidentiality requirements
• Set performance expectations

Compliance considerations

Industry requirements:

• Financial services regulations
• Healthcare privacy laws
• Legal profession guidelines
• Government transparency rules

Advanced Admin Features

Page insights access

Analytics available to admins:

• Page performance metrics
• Audience demographics
• Post engagement data
• Ad performance (if applicable)

Business Manager integration

For larger organizations:

• Connect page to Business Manager
• Assign roles through Business Manager
• Better security and oversight
• Advanced advertising permissions

Multiple page management

Managing several pages:

• Use same admin for multiple pages
• Different roles on different pages
• Centralized management through Business Manager
• Streamlined workflow processes

Mobile vs Desktop Differences

Feature availability

Desktop-only features:

• Advanced page settings
• Detailed role permissions
• Bulk management tools
• Comprehensive analytics

Mobile-first features:

• Quick photo/video posting
• Real-time notifications
• Location-based posting
• Instant message responses

Best Practices Summary

Admin management checklist

✅ Before adding admins:

• Verify person's identity and trustworthiness
• Determine minimum role needed
• Ensure their account security
• Set clear expectations

✅ After adding admins:

• Confirm they accepted invitation
• Review their first few posts/actions
• Provide brand guidelines training
• Schedule regular check-ins

✅ Ongoing management:

• Review admin list quarterly
• Monitor page activity regularly
• Update roles as responsibilities change
• Remove access when appropriate

Security reminders

• Only add people you trust completely
• Start with lower permissions, upgrade as needed
• Monitor page activity for unusual behavior
• Keep admin contact information updated
• Document all role changes for business records

Adding admins to your Facebook page enables better collaboration and growth. Follow these steps carefully, choose roles thoughtfully, and maintain good security practices to protect your page while empowering your team.

For more Facebook page management tips, check out our Facebook tools and Facebook marketing guides.

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