Can I log into 2 Facebook accounts at once on app?

It is possible to log into two Facebook accounts at the same time on the Facebook mobile app for both iOS and Android devices. This can be useful for managing multiple pages or profiles on Facebook without having to repeatedly log in and out of accounts.

Facebook allows you to add multiple accounts to its mobile app and easily switch between them. All it takes is going into the app settings and adding a second (or third, fourth, etc) account.

Here is a look at how to log into multiple Facebook accounts at once using the Facebook mobile app for iOS and Android.

Benefits of Logging Into Multiple Facebook Accounts

There are a few key reasons why you may want to log into more than one Facebook account at the same time on the mobile app:

Managing multiple business/organization pages – If you manage social media for multiple businesses or organizations, it can be helpful to have all of their Facebook pages logged in at once to easily switch between posting on each one.
Separating personal and professional profiles – You can use one Facebook account for your personal profile and another for your professional/business presence, and log into both simultaneously.

Overseeing client accounts – Social media managers, marketers, and other professionals may need to oversee and post from multiple client Facebook accounts.
Family sharing – Couples or families may share responsibility for managing one Facebook account and find logging into multiple accounts helpful.
Troubleshooting issues – If you’re having login or account issues, it can be useful to have both accounts logged in to compare settings and troubleshoot any problems.

Having your different Facebook accounts logged in at the same time on mobile can make managing these various presences much easier.

How to Log Into Multiple Facebook Accounts on iOS

Logging into two Facebook accounts at once on the iOS Facebook app only takes a couple steps:

Launch the Facebook app on your iPhone or iPad.

Go to your profile and tap the 3 horizontal line menu icon in the top right corner.
Scroll down and select “Log Out.”
Close out of the Facebook app completely by swiping it away from your recently opened apps.

Reopen the Facebook app. The login screen will appear.
Enter the username and password for the first account you want to log in with and select “Log In.”
Once logged in to the first account, tap the 3 horizontal line menu icon again.

This time choose “Log Into Another Account.”
Enter the username and password for the second account and select “Log In.”

You should now see both accounts listed in the menu, allowing you to easily tap to switch between them. The profile photo and name at the top of the app will change depending on which account you have actively selected.

Both accounts will remain logged in until you fully log out of one or both of them. Logging out of one profile will not affect the other being logged in.

Setting a Main Account

Once you’ve logged into two accounts, you have the option to set one of them as your “Main” account. This makes it the default when opening the Facebook app.

To do this:

Tap the 3 line menu icon and open the Accounts Center
Tap the account you want to set as the Main account
Select “Make Main” and confirm

Going forward, this selected account will open automatically whenever you launch the Facebook app. You can still easily access your other logged in profiles from the Accounts Center menu.

Switching Between Accounts

To switch accounts once you have multiple logged in, simply:

Tap the 3 line menu icon

Open the Accounts Center
Tap the profile picture of the account you want to switch to

The new account you selected will now open. You can repeat these steps to toggle between any accounts logged into the app.

Logging Into Multiple Facebook Accounts on Android

The process works very similarly on the Android Facebook app:

Open the Facebook app on your Android phone or tablet
Tap the 3 line hamburger menu in the top right and choose “Log Out”

Close the app completely. You can do this by swiping it away from your recent apps list.
Reopen the Facebook app, and enter your login details for the first account.
Once logged in, tap the hamburger menu again and this time select “Log Into Another Account”

You will now see both accounts in the menu and can tap to switch between them. Just like on iOS, you can set one account as the Main/default if desired.

To change accounts on Android:

Tap the 3 line hamburger menu
Tap the account you want to switch to

The selected account will open right away for you to start using. Repeat to toggle between profiles.

Adding Even More Accounts

While the examples above show logging into two accounts, you can use the same process to add even more. Just log into the first one, then use the “Log Into Another Account” option to add more.

The Facebook app allows you to have up to 5 accounts logged in at once. If you already have 5 and want to add another, you’ll have to first remove one of the existing accounts.

Using Facebook Messenger With Multiple Accounts

When you have multiple Facebook accounts logged into the mobile apps, you’ll be able to use Facebook Messenger from any of the logged in profiles.

Messages will be separated based on which account you sent or received them from. So you won’t see one account’s messages while using a different profile.

If you want to merge conversations from multiple accounts together, you can link some Messenger features using the steps below:

Linking Messenger Accounts (iOS and Android)

Open Messenger and go to your Chats list

Tap your profile photo in the top left
Select “Multi-Account Support”
Tap “Link Accounts”

Select the account you want to link to your main Messenger account

Once linked, you’ll be able to see certain messages and Stories from both accounts in one Messenger app. Calls and messages will remain separate.

Troubleshooting Tips

Logging into and managing multiple Facebook accounts is usually straightforward. But occasionally issues can come up. Here are some troubleshooting tips:

Can’t Log Into Second Account

If you’re having trouble logging into a second account, first make sure you fully logged out of the first account. Closing the app may not be enough – double check that Facebook logged the account out.

Also try force quitting the app and restarting your phone. Then launch Facebook again and attempt to log into the second account.

Posts Going to Wrong Account

It’s easy to accidentally post to the wrong profile if you have multiple accounts in the app. The current active account will be highlighted, but make sure you double check before posting.

If you do post to the wrong account, you may be able to delete it before many people see it. But your best bet is to be extra careful about checking which account is open before posting.

Can’t Remove Account

To remove an account from the Facebook app, first log into that profile. Then in the menu go to Settings & Account Ownership. Select the account you want to remove and tap Remove Account.

If the Remove Account option is greyed out, it likely means the account has been deactivated or permanently deleted from Facebook. Trying fully logging out of the account – you may then be able to remove it.

Conclusion

While Facebook is designed around personal profiles, the ability to use multiple accounts on the mobile app opens up added flexibility. Businesses, social media managers, families, and others who need access to different accounts can login to up to 5 at the same time.

Logging into 2 Facebook accounts on the same mobile device only takes a moment. Just login to the first, logout, force quit the app, then repeat the process for the other accounts you want to add. You can easily tap to switch between active accounts.

The functionality also extends to Messenger, where you can keep messaging separate or link accounts for a unified view. With multiple accounts on your phone or tablet, you’ll always have fast access to all of your Facebook presences.