Finding the Manage Page Settings on Facebook can be tricky if you don’t know where to look. The settings allow Page admins to control various aspects of their Facebook Page, but the option is not prominently displayed in the interface. In this article, we’ll walk through step-by-step how to access the Manage Page Settings on both desktop and mobile.
How to Find Manage Page Settings on Facebook Desktop
On desktop, the Manage Page Settings option is found by clicking on the “Settings” drop-down menu at the top of your Facebook Page. Here are the steps:
- Go to your Facebook Page
- Click on the down arrow next to “Settings” on the top navigation bar
- Select “Manage Page” from the drop-down menu
This will open up the Manage Page settings window where you can access options like Page info, roles, page moderation, notifications, and more. The settings are broken up into different sections that you can access from the left-hand menu.
Typical Settings Found Under Manage Page
Some of the most commonly used settings found under the Manage Page section include:
- Page Info – Update page name, category, description, add location, change page roles
- Notifications – Manage notifications for page activities, messages, story mentions, and more
- Messaging – Set up quick replies, welcome message, persistent menu
- Audience – View page analytics and audience demographics
There are lots of options to explore within each sub-menu. For example, under Notifications you can toggle notifications for individual activities like new page likes, check-ins, recommendations and more. This allows you to customize what notifications you receive for your Page.
How to Find Manage Page Settings on Mobile
The process is very similar on mobile, with Manage Page found by tapping the “Settings” icon from the Facebook Page menu. Here are the steps:
- Go to your Facebook Page
- Tap the 3-line “hamburger” icon to open the Page menu
- Tap on the gear “Settings” icon
- Select “Manage Page”
This will open the Manage Page settings window where you can access all the same options as on desktop. The layout is a little different but all the key settings can be found there.
Who Has Access to Manage Page Settings
Only Facebook Page admins have access to the Manage Page settings. If you admin several Facebook Pages, you’ll need to navigate to each one individually to access the respective settings.
There are different admin roles that can be assigned to people on a Facebook Page:
- Admin – Has full access to edit the Page profile, post as the Page, respond to and delete comments, create ads, view insights, and change admin roles. This is the highest level of access.
- Editor – Can edit the Page profile, post as the Page, respond to and delete comments, and view insights. But they cannot create ads or change admin roles.
- Moderator – Can respond to and delete comments as the Page. But they cannot post as the Page, edit the profile, create ads, or change admin roles.
- Advertiser – Can only create ads but not make any other changes to the Page.
Only Admins and Editors will see the Manage Page option under Settings. Moderators and Advertisers do not have access.
Manage Page Settings on Facebook Business Suite
Facebook Business Suite provides another way for business Pages to access key settings and analytics in one centralized dashboard. If you connect your Facebook Page to a Business Suite account, you can access Manage Page functions like:
- Posting
- Inbox
- Insights
- Settings
- Admin Roles
So some Page admins may opt to use Business Suite instead of navigating to the native Facebook Page settings. Business Suite provides a more integrated experience if you also manage ad accounts and Instagram profiles along with your Facebook Page.
Troubleshooting Manage Page Access
Here are some troubleshooting tips if you are unable to access the Manage Page settings:
- Make sure you are still assigned an Admin or Editor role on the Page. Another admin may have removed your access.
- Double check you are logged into the correct Facebook profile that has admin access to the Page.
- Try accessing the Page settings directly from the Business Suite if connected.
- Clear your browser cookies and cache in case there is a caching issue.
- Try from a different web browser or device in case something is failing locally.
- If all else fails, report the issue to Facebook support for additional help.
Conclusion
The Manage Page settings allow Facebook Page admins powerful control over their presence on the platform. While the path to access them is a bit buried compared to other options, just look for the “Settings” drop-down menu from any Page, then select “Manage Page.” This will open up the full suite of customizable settings for your Page across info, roles, notifications, messaging, and more. Understanding how to access and leverage these settings is key for any successful Facebook Page administrator.