Finding and managing your payment settings on Facebook is easy once you know where to look. Facebook offers several options for making payments, including ads payments, payments for purchases on Facebook, and donations. The payment settings allow you to manage your payment methods, view past payments, change your billing information, and more.
Ads Payment Settings
If you run ads on Facebook, Instagram, Messenger or Audience Network, you can manage your ads payment settings directly from your Facebook account. Here’s how to find your Facebook Ads payment settings:
- Open Facebook and click on the arrow in the top right to access the menu.
- Select “Settings & Privacy” then click on “Settings.”
- On the left sidebar, click on “Payments.”
- Under “Payment Methods” you will see any credit/debit cards or PayPal accounts linked for paying for ads.
From your ads payment settings, you can:
- Add a new payment method
- Edit or remove an existing payment method
- Change your preferred payment method
- View past payments made for ads
- Manage payment thresholds
- Change payment currencies
Adding a New Payment Method
To add a new card or PayPal account as a payment method:
- Go to your ads payment settings as shown above.
- Click “Add New Payment Method.”
- Choose either to connect a Facebook Pay account, add a credit/debit card, or add PayPal.
- Enter your card details or log into your PayPal to connect it.
- Click “Confirm” to save the payment method.
Changing Your Preferred Payment Method
Your preferred payment method is the default card or account used to pay for any ads you run. To change it:
- Go to your ads payment settings.
- Click on the payment method you want to make your new preferred method.
- Toggle the switch for “Make Preferred Payment Method” on.
Facebook Payments Settings
Facebook Payments allows you to make purchases and donations directly on Facebook without needing to enter your card details each time. Manage your Facebook Payments from the Payments settings:
- Go to “Settings & Privacy” then “Settings.”
- Click on “Payments” in the left sidebar.
- Under “Facebook Payments” you can see any payment methods connected and transaction history.
Adding a Payment Method for Purchases
To save a card or PayPal for making seamless purchases through Facebook Pay:
- Go to your Facebook Payments settings.
- Click “Add Payment Method”
- Choose to add a credit/debit card or PayPal account.
- Enter your card information or log into your PayPal to connect it.
Viewing Your Facebook Payments History
You can view your past purchases and donations made through Facebook Pay via your payment settings. Your transactions history shows:
- Date of transaction
- Description of what the payment was for
- Payment method used
- Amount paid
To view it:
- Go to your Facebook Payments settings.
- Scroll down to “Transaction History.”
- Here you will see your past Facebook Pay transactions.
Facebook Donations Settings
If you’ve made any donations to nonprofit fundraisers on Facebook, you can manage these from the Donations settings:
- Go to “Settings & Privacy”>”Settings.”
- Click “Payments”>”Donations” in the left sidebar.
Your Donations settings show:
- Nonprofits you’ve donated to in the past.
- Transaction history of your past donations.
- Payment methods used for donations.
From here you can update the payment method used for donating or view previous donations.
Other Facebook Payment Settings
In addition to the main payments settings, you may also find payment options under other settings depending on your account activity. This includes:
- Marketplace Payments – Manage payment account for Facebook Marketplace purchases or sales. Located under Marketplace settings.
- Gaming Payments – Manage payment methods for making in-app purchases in games. Located under Gaming settings.
- Facebook Pay – View Facebook Pay transactions and add payment methods. Located under Facebook Pay settings.
Managing Your Billing Information
Along with payment methods, you can also manage the billing information associated with your Facebook payments. This includes:
- Billing address
- Billing email
- Billing phone number
To update your billing info:
- Go to “Settings”>”Payments.”
- Click “Edit” next to your billing information.
- Make any changes needed to your billing details.
- Click “Save Changes.”
Changing Your Facebook Pay Currency
You can change the currency used for Facebook Pay purchases in your account settings:
- Go to “Settings”>”Payments.”
- Under “Facebook Pay” click “Currency Settings.”
- Select your preferred currency.
- Click “Save Changes.”
Your Facebook Pay currency can be different than your ad payments currency. Just toggle between the two settings menus.
Conclusion
Facebook offers customizable payment settings that allow you to control how you pay for advertising, in-app purchases, donations, and more. The key settings to manage payments are found under “Settings”>”Payments” in your Facebook account. From here you can add or update payment methods, view past payments, change billing details, and modify other payment preferences.
With your payment methods saved, you can seamlessly make purchases across Facebook without needing to re-enter your card information each time. Be sure to periodically review your payment settings to keep your payment methods, billing details, and preferences up to date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I view past Facebook ad payments?
You can view your past advertising payments by going to “Settings”>”Payments”>”Payment History” and selecting “Ads Payments History.” This will display all past payments made for Facebook ads.
How do I remove a saved payment method?
To remove a saved payment method:
- Go to “Settings”>”Payments.”
- Click the three dots next to the card or PayPal account you want to remove.
- Select “Remove” to delete it.
Can I have multiple saved payment methods?
Yes, you can have multiple payment methods saved for Facebook, Facebook Ads, donations, and purchases. To add another, go to your payments settings and click “Add New Payment Method.”
How do I change my Facebook donation settings?
Manage your Facebook donation settings by going to “Settings”>”Payments”>”Donations” in your account. Here you can update payment methods, view past donations, and change other preferences.
Does Facebook offer recurring payments?
Yes, Facebook does allow you to set up recurring payments in some cases. For example, with Facebook ads you can enable automatic payments to keep your ads running continuously. Recurring payments may also be available for some in-app subscriptions and donations.
Comparison of Facebook’s Payment Methods
Facebook offers a variety of payment methods depending on what you are paying for. Here is an overview of the payment methods supported:
| Payment Type | Payment Methods Accepted |
|---|---|
| Facebook Advertising | Credit/debit card, PayPal, prepaid card |
| Facebook Pay Purchases | Credit/debit card, PayPal, Facebook Pay balance |
| In-app Game Purchases | Credit/debit card, Facebook Pay |
| Donations | Credit/debit card |
| Facebook Marketplace | Debit card, Facebook Pay balance |
As you can see, credit/debit cards and PayPal are commonly accepted across most Facebook payments. Facebook Pay provides the most payment flexibility, allowing you to pay using your Facebook balance, PayPal, or cards.
Tips for Managing Facebook Payments
Here are some tips for effectively managing your payments on Facebook:
- Save your preferred payment method for faster checkout.
- Set payment thresholds for ads to control when you get billed.
- Review statements regularly to catch any unauthorized charges.
- Keep your payment methods and billing info up-to-date.
- Use Facebook Pay when possible for seamless payments without entering your card repeatedly.
- Adjust your Facebook Pay currency based on where you live or travel.
- Enable recurring payments for ads or donations to avoid interruptions.
The Advantages of Facebook Pay
Facebook Pay provides some unique advantages for making payments directly on Facebook:
- Ease of use – Pay without having to enter card details each time.
- Multiple funding sources – Pay with a card, PayPal, or your Facebook Pay balance.
- Security – Payment info is encrypted and stored safely.
- Seamless experience – Pay without leaving Facebook app.
- Rewards – Earn rewards and discounts from select partners.
Overall, Facebook Pay creates a faster, more convenient payment experience across Facebook ads, gaming, commerce, and donations.
Payment Settings on Facebook Business Pages
For business and creators, you can also manage payment settings specifically for your Facebook business pages and ad accounts. This allows you to control payments associated with your business activity separately from your personal payments.
To access page-level payment settings:
- Go to your Facebook business page.
- Click “Settings” from the drop-down menu.
- Select “Payments Settings” on the left.
Here you can view page payment history, update payment methods, change billing details, and manage ad payments connected to that page’s ad accounts.
Key Benefits
- Separate business and personal payments
- Control payments for each of your pages
- Manage ad payments from one place
- Change payment methods by page
Managing payments at the page level makes it easy to track and control spending for your business activities directly from your Facebook business pages.
Troubleshooting Facebook Payment Issues
If you ever run into issues with payments on Facebook, here are some troubleshooting tips:
Declined Payments
- Make sure your payment method has not expired and has sufficient funds.
- Contact your card issuer to resolve any fraud alerts or other blocks.
- Add a new payment method if your current one is having issues.
Wrong Amount Charged
- Double check your transaction history to confirm the amount.
- Contact Facebook Pay support to dispute any incorrect charges.
Unauthorized Charges
- Report any unknown payments or suspected unauthorized charges to Facebook immediately.
- Consider changing your Facebook password if account security is compromised.
Other Payment Errors
- Make sure you have the latest version of the Facebook app.
- Force quit and relaunch the Facebook app.
- Clear cache and cookies in browser or Facebook app.
- Restart your device.
If issues persist, reach out to Facebook Pay support for further troubleshooting assistance.
Facebook Payment Customer Support
If you need any help managing payments on Facebook, you can contact Facebook customer support:
- Facebook Pay Support: Access help through Facebook Pay settings or contact [email protected]
- Facebook Ads Support: Get support via live chat, email [email protected], or call 1-888-580-5007
- General Facebook Support: Visit Facebook Help Center or submit request at https://www.facebook.com/help/contact
Facebook typically responds quickly to payment inquiries and aims to resolve any issues promptly.