If you have created a Facebook page for your business or organization but have not published it yet, there are a few things you can try to fix any issues and get your page live. Here are some common problems and solutions for unpublished Facebook pages:
My Facebook Page Is Stuck in Development Mode
If your Facebook page is stuck in development mode, it means you created the page but have not clicked the “Publish Page” button yet. To fix this:
- Log into your Facebook account and go to your page
- In the top right corner, click the downward arrow and select “Edit Page”
- On the left sidebar, click “Settings”
- Under “Page Visibility,” click the button to switch from “In Development” to “Published”
- Click “Save Changes” at the bottom
This will immediately publish your page and make it visible to others searching on Facebook.
My Facebook Page Name Needs to Be Changed
If you need to change your Facebook page’s name for branding or other reasons, you can edit it before publishing:
- Go to your page and click “Edit Page” in the top right
- Click on the name of your page shown at the top
- Enter the new desired page name
- Click “Review Change” and confirm the new name
- Click “Save Changes” at the bottom
Once published, you can only change your Facebook page name once more time, so pick something you want to stick with.
I Forgot My Page’s Admin Email and Password
If you can no longer access the email or password tied to your unpublished Facebook page’s admin account, you will need to submit a request to recover the account:
- Go to Facebook.com and click “Forgot Password”
- Enter the email or phone number the page is connected to
- Complete the verification process Facebook provides
- Once verified, you can reset your password and regain admin access
If you cannot verify the account through that process, you may need to create a new Facebook account and page.
My Facebook Page Was Disabled or Deleted
If your unpublished Facebook page was disabled due to inactivity or other violations, you can appeal the decision:
- Go to the Facebook Help Center
- Search for “disabled account” and go to that article
- Click “I think my account was disabled by mistake”
- Select the reason your account was disabled (example: “My personal account was disabled”)
- Follow the appeals process by providing info requested
If your page was outright deleted, however, it is unlikely you can retrieve it and will have to start a new one. Avoid things like spamming or artificially inflating Likes, which can risk deletion.
I Don’t Have Admin Access to My Facebook Page
If another Facebook user created your organization’s page but you need admin access, you have a couple options:
- Ask the page admin to add you as an admin:
- Have them go to your page’s “Settings”
- Click “Page Roles”
- Enter your name or Facebook profile
- Select “Admin” as your role
- Request admin access directly:
- Go to the page and click “Request Admin Access”
- Enter your Facebook profile and explain why you need access
- The current admin will be prompted to review your request
If neither of those work, unfortunately your only other option is to create a brand new page and start from scratch.
My Facebook Page Has No Content
Having some content on your page even before publishing can help generate interest. Try adding:
- Profile & Cover Photos: Choose images that represent your business or organization
- Description: Write an “About” section explaining what you do
- Posts: Share updates, photos, videos, articles, etc.
- Contact Info: List phone numbers, addresses, emails, etc.
This gives people a preview of your page before Liking or Following it. Continue adding rich content over time after publishing too.
My Facebook Page Has Low Quality Content
If your unpublished page has content but it seems spammy or low value, improve it by:
- Removing promotional hype, spammy claims, or text in ALL CAPS
- Fixing typos and grammatical errors
- Making posts and text scannable with lists, images, headers, etc.
- Adding high-quality photos and videos related to your business or products
- Sharing useful articles, resources, or external links
- Crafting an authentic “About” section that connects with people
Quality over quantity is key – provide value to your audience instead of trying to sell to them right away.
My Facebook Page Feels Incomplete
To round out your page before publishing, make sure to include:
- Profile and cover images
- “About” and contact info in the description
- A few published posts (images, text, video)
- Your website URL in the “Links” section of your page
- A call-to-action inviting people to Like your page
Having all of these components will make your page look polished and professional when people land on it.
I’m Unsure Why My Facebook Page Is Unpublished
If you are unsure why your page remains unpublished, check for the following issues:
- Is it still in development mode? Make sure to complete initial setup and click “Publish Page.”
- Is your page fully set up? Add all key info like images, descriptions, website links.
- Did you violate any Facebook policies? Avoid things like fake accounts, spamming, etc. to prevent blocks.
- Are you banned from advertising? Ad violations can limit page visibility and growth.
You may also want to ask a friend to look at your page and provide feedback to identify anything you might be missing. Having another set of eyes can help spot issues.
Conclusion
Getting your unpublished Facebook page successfully launched requires some troubleshooting and polish. The most common issues involve being stuck in development mode, needing better content, or not having full admin access. Take the time to fix these types of problems before publishing your page to ensure it looks professional and stays compliant with Facebook policies. With the right set up and promotion, your page can quickly start connecting with your target audience.