How to Change Meta Business Account Name

Changing your Meta Business Account name is a simple task that can feel surprisingly difficult if you don't know where to look. Whether you're rebranding, correcting a typo, or just cleaning up your account structure, updating your business name is a quick fix. This guide will walk you through the exact steps for changing your Meta Business Account name on both desktop and mobile, and clarify some common points of confusion along the way.

First, What's the Difference Between a Meta Business Account Name and a Facebook Page Name?

Before you make any changes, it's essential to understand the distinction between a Meta Business Account and a Facebook Page. This is the single biggest source of confusion for most people.

• Meta Business Account (or Business Manager): Think of this as the main container or toolbox for all your business assets. It holds your Facebook Pages, Instagram accounts, ad accounts, pixels, and catalogs. Its name is for internal organization and is not visible to the public. You might name it "Your Company Marketing" or "Client X's Assets."
• Facebook Page: This is your public-facing business profile that people can like, follow, and interact with. Its name is what your customers see (e.g., "Your Awesome Local Coffee Shop").

Changing your Meta Business Account name will not change your public Facebook Page name, and vice versa. This guide focuses on changing the name of that main, internal "container."

Why You Might Need to Change Your Meta Business Account Name

While the name is internal, keeping it accurate is good practice for staying organized, especially if you manage multiple businesses or clients. Here are a few common reasons for an update:

• Rebranding: Your business has a new name, and you want your internal assets to reflect that change for clarity.
• Correcting a Mistake: Maybe you made a typo during the initial setup or used a placeholder name you’ve outgrown.
• Agency and Freelancer Organization: If you're managing accounts for clients, it's best practice to rename Business Accounts to something clear like "[Your Agency Name] - Client A" to avoid confusion.
• Change in Business Structure: Your business might have merged, split, or shifted focus, requiring an updated name to reflect the new structure.

How to Change Meta Business Account Name on a Desktop

For most users, making this change on a desktop computer via the Meta Business Suite is the most straightforward method. You'll need to be an admin of the Business Account to make these changes.

Here’s the step-by-step process:

1. Log in to Meta Business Suite

Navigate to https://business.facebook.com/ and log in to your account. This is the central hub for managing your connected Facebook and Instagram assets.

2. Select the Correct Business Account

If you manage more than one Business Account, you'll see a dropdown menu on the top left of the screen. Click it and ensure you've selected the correct account you wish to edit. If you only have one, it will be selected by default.

3. Navigate to "Settings"

In the bottom-left corner of the sidebar menu, you'll see a gear icon labeled Settings. Click this to open your business settings.

4. Go to "Business Account Info"

Once you're in the Settings menu, you'll see another navigation list on the left. The very first option should be Business Account info. Click on it. If you don't see it immediately, you might be in a different settings area, look for a main 'Business Settings' link to get to the right place.

5. Edit Your Business Account Name

On this page, you’ll see the current name of your Meta Business Account at the top. To the right of the name, click the Edit button.

6. Enter the New Name and Save

A pop-up window or editable field will appear. Type your desired new name for the Business Account into the "Name" field. Once you're happy with it, click the Save button.

That's it! Your change will be reflected immediately. You’ve successfully updated the internal name for your business account without affecting any of your public-facing pages.

How to Change Meta Business Account Name on the Mobile App

If you're on the go, you can also make this change using the Meta Business Suite mobile app. The steps are slightly different but achieve the same result.

1. Open the Meta Business Suite App: Launch the app on your smartphone and make sure you're logged into the correct account.
2. Tap the Menu Icon: In the bottom-right corner of the screen, tap the three-line "hamburger" menu icon to open up your tools and settings.
3. Go to Settings: Near the bottom of the menu, you'll find a gear icon next to the word Settings. Tap it.
4. Select "Business Account info": On the settings screen, tap the option for Business Account info right at the top.
5. Tap Your Business Name to Edit: You will see your current Business Account name listed. Simply tap on the name itself. This will take you to an edit screen where the name is in an editable text field.
6. Enter and Save the New Name: Type your new name into the field and tap the Save button, which is usually in the top-right corner.

Your Business Account name will now be updated, and the change will be synced across all your devices.

Troubleshooting: Can't Change Your Business Account Name?

Sometimes things don't go as planned. If you're running into issues, here are a few common problems and their solutions:

You Don't Have Admin Permissions

The problem: The "Edit" button is grayed out, or you can't access the Business Account info section at all.

The fix: Only admins of a Meta Business Account can change its name. You'll need to ask an existing admin to either make the change for you or upgrade your access level. To see who the admins are, go to Settings > People. There, you can see a list of everyone with access and their assigned roles.

You're Violating Meta's Naming Policies

The problem: You click "Save," but it gives you an error message.

The fix: Meta has rules about what you can name your Business Account. While they're looser for this internal name than for public page names, you should still avoid:

• Using profanity or offensive terms.
• Excessive capitalization or unnecessary symbols (!, @, #).
• Using an address or phone number as the name.
• Adding misleading terms like "Official" or "Facebook" if it's not actually an official account from Meta.

Try simplifying the name to just plain text and see if that resolves the issue.

A Temporary Glitch

The problem: Everything seems right, but the change won't save, or the page is unresponsive.

The fix: Sometimes the simplest solution is the best. Try these steps:

• Refresh the page.
• Log out of Meta Business Suite and log back in.
• Clear your browser's cache and cookies.
• Try using a different web browser (e.g., switch from Chrome to Firefox).

Wait a few minutes and try again. Occasionally, Meta experiences temporary platform-wide glitches.

Don't Forget to Update Your Other Asset Names

Now that you've updated your primary Business Account name, you may want to update the names of the individual assets within it to maintain consistency. Remember, these are all separate from each other:

• Facebook Page Name: This is a public change and has certain restrictions. To do it, go to your Facebook Page > Settings > General Page Settings and click "Edit" next to your page name.
• Ad Account Name: For better organization, you can also rename your ad accounts. Go to Business Settings > Accounts > Ad Accounts. Select the ad account you want to rename, click the "Edit" button in the top right, and enter the new name.
• Instagram Profile Name: This change is made directly within the Instagram app. Go to your profile, tap Edit Profile, and change the "Name" field. This is separate from your username (@handle).

Final Thoughts

Changing your Meta Business Account name is a simple organizational task you can complete in just a few clicks through your Business Settings, on either desktop or mobile. The key is remembering that this change is internal and won’t affect your public-facing Facebook Page name, which has to be changed separately.

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