How do I change my Facebook password?
Changing your Facebook password is a straightforward process that can be completed on both desktop and mobile devices. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Changing Facebook Password on Desktop
- Sign in to Facebook: Log in to your Facebook account using your current credentials.
- Access Settings: Click the downward-pointing arrow in the upper-right corner of the screen.
- Select Settings: Choose “Settings and privacy” followed by “Settings.”
- Navigate to Security: In the left sidebar, click on “Security and login.”
- Change Password: Under the “Login” section, find and click “Change password.”
- Enter Passwords: Enter your current password, then your new password in both the “New” and “Retype new” fields.
- Save Changes: Click “Save changes” to update your password2.
Changing Facebook Password on Mobile
- Open Facebook App: Open the Facebook app on your mobile device.
- Access Settings: Tap your profile picture, then select “Settings and privacy” and tap “Settings.”
- Navigate to Security: Scroll to find the “Security and login” option and tap it.
- Change Password: Under the “Login” section, tap “Change password.”
- Enter Passwords: Enter your current password, then your new password in both the “New password” and “Retype new password” fields.
- Update Password: Tap “Update password” to save the changes2.
Changing Facebook Password via Accounts Center
- Access Accounts Center: Go to “Accounts Center.”
- Navigate to Password and Security: Select the “Password and security” section.
- Select Facebook: Choose Facebook from the list of connected accounts.
- Change Password: Click on “Change password” and follow the instructions to create a new password.
- Save Changes: Confirm and save the changes2.
Remember to use a strong password that includes a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols for better security.