Look, I get it. You're trying to figure out how do you add an administrator to a Facebook page because either your team expanded or you need backup. Smart move. Running a page solo is like juggling knives - eventually something slips. Last month I forgot to schedule posts before vacation and my engagement tanked. Let's fix that for you.

Before You Add Anyone: Crucial Ground Rules

Hold up before you start clicking buttons. Facebook restricts who can manage pages:

• You MUST be an existing admin (not editor or moderator)
• The person needs an active personal Facebook profile (business accounts can't manage pages)
• They must have liked your page first (easy to miss!)

Computer Method: Adding Admins on Desktop

Honestly, this is the easiest way. Facebook's desktop interface actually makes sense for once.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Go to your Facebook page
2. Click "Page Settings" (bottom left of your cover photo)
3. Select "Page Roles" in the left menu
4. In the "Assign a New Page Role" section:
   • Type the person's name or email (must match their Facebook account exactly)
   • Select "Admin" from the dropdown
5. Click "Add"
6. Enter your password to confirm

Done? Not quite. They'll get a notification and must accept the role within 7 days. I learned this the hard way when my colleague missed the notification and thought I never sent it.

Mobile Method: Adding Admins via Facebook App

It's trickier on mobile, but possible:

1. Open your Page in the Facebook app
2. Tap the "..." menu below your cover photo
3. Select "Edit Settings"
4. Choose "Page Roles"
5. Tap "Add Person to Page"
6. Search for the person (ensure they've liked your page first)
7. Select "Admin" from the role options
8. Enter your password

Permission Levels Demystified

Not everyone needs full admin access. Choose wisely:

Give editors access to 90% of team members. Reserve admin for owners and senior managers. That time our intern accidentally removed our page banner? Yeah. Lesson learned.

Critical Troubleshooting Guide

Things break. Here's how to fix common issues when adding admins:

"Add Admin" Option Missing?

• Check your role (only admins can add admins)
• Refresh the page or restart browser
• Try desktop if mobile fails

Person Not Found?

• Confirm they've liked your page
• Use their registered email address, not nickname
• Have them check privacy settings (some block page invites)

Invitation Expired?

Invites last 7 days. To resend:

1. Go to Page Settings → Page Roles
2. Find their name under "Pending Invites"
3. Click "Resend"

Still stuck? Facebook's support is notoriously slow. Your best bet is the Business Help Center.

Removing or Changing Roles

People leave companies. Access needs change. Here's how to adjust:

1. Go to Page Settings → Page Roles
2. Find the person under "Existing Page Roles"
3. Click "Edit" next to their name
4. Select new role or "Remove"
5. Confirm with password

Security Best Practices

I've managed pages for 8 years. These save headaches:

• Two-Admins Minimum: Never get locked out
• Audit Quarterly: Remove ex-employees immediately
• Use Business Manager: Centralizes control for multiple pages
• Strong Passwords: Especially for admins

Facebook Business Manager Alternative

Managing multiple pages? Business Manager is essential:

1. Go to business.facebook.com
2. Add your page to Business Manager
3. Click "People" in left menu
4. Assign page access with specific roles

Bonus: You can remove access without changing page roles directly.

Your Questions Answered

Final Reality Check

Adding an admin isn't rocket science, but the details matter. Facebook changes interfaces constantly - what worked last month might be hidden today. If you hit a wall:

• Switch browsers (Chrome works best)
• Try desktop version
• Confirm login status

Remember that time Facebook moved all settings behind three hamburger menus? Yeah, we all panicked. But once you know where things hide, adding an administrator to a Facebook page becomes second nature. Now go empower your team!