How to create a second Facebook Page

A lot of Facebook users have more than one account. Sometimes it’s a personal account, and at other times, it’s for business. This article explains how to add another Facebook account that is entirely separate and does not share friends, photos, or applications.

The number of accounts a person can have on Facebook is not limited. And some people opt to have a second account to keep personal and work life separate. Since Facebook accounts are linked to an email address, anyone can start a second account as long as they provide a distinct email.

Why Need a Second Facebook Account?

The most common reason for a second Facebook account is to navigate multiple profiles simultaneously for business use. This is time-consuming to access all your information in one account. Many people will also use a second account to profile different characteristics from their own accounts.

Creating a secondary account is a way to safeguard your privacy. The purpose of a second Facebook account was to efficiently organize business pages, personal pages, and other private use.

Can You Have Two Accounts on Facebook?

Yes, you can have two accounts on Facebook. If you already have a personal Facebook account, you can create a second account for your business. You can easily switch between these accounts by using a Facebook app and the web version.

How to create a second Facebook Page
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You may want to set up a second Facebook account to register a business or if you have lost access to your first profile. This is to maintain a separate existence and personal identity, including building a separate timeline for your personal & professional life. Creating an account is simple and easy to do after you have some basic understanding of the process. Here are the steps on how to add another Facebook account:

Create Multiple Facebook Accounts on a Computer

  • Go to https://www.facebook.com/ on your browser. 
  • You must sign out first if you’re logged into your current account. If you don’t want to sign out of your existing account, you may use a browser that is not signed in. Or, use a private or incognito browser window.
  • Enter all the necessary details for your new account. Fill in the “Create an account” section with your First and last name, mobile number, email address, password, birthday, and gender. Make sure you use a different number and email from any Facebook account you already have.
  • Click on the Sign-Up button at the bottom to create a new account.

Create Multiple Facebook Accounts on a Mobile

  • Open the Facebook app on your tablet or smartphone.
  • If you are signed in, you must log out of your current account.
  • Tap Create New Facebook Account, then tap Next.
  • Enter your first and last name then hit Next.
  • Use the wheels to Enter your birthday and tap Next.
  • Select your gender and tap Next.
  • Enter your phone mobile number and press Next. Tap Sign Up With Email address if you prefer to use an email address.
  • Choose a password, then select Next.
  • Add a phone number or email address.
  • Finally, tap on Sign Up to create a new Facebook account.

How to Switch Between Facebook Accounts

Switching between Facebook profiles without changing browsers is pretty simple. Whether you have multiple Facebook accounts for personal use or business, you need to know the correct steps to switch between accounts. Here are the steps to swiftly switch between your Facebook accounts:

  • Go to the official website of Facebook.
  • Click on your profile picture on Facebook at the top right.
  • Select See all profiles right below your name.
  • Click Switch accounts.
  • To log in as a new user, select Log into another account or the account you wish to switch to.

Why Can’t You Create a New Facebook Account?

  • The following are the reasons why you are unable to open a new Facebook account:
  • The email address you entered has already been used with another Facebook account.
  • Facebook can sometimes not create a new account due to server issues.
  • There could be an issue with the app you’re using for account creation.
  • Slow internet can cause server disconnection and lead to problems with account creation.

Conclusion

This article outlines how to create a second Facebook account to keep your Facebook profile private when necessary. It could also be used as a backup account for greater convenience.

While it is a simple process, it sometimes might not go as smoothly as you would like if you mess up in any step. This post aims to guide you through how to add another Facebook account without violating terms and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Can you have 2 accounts on Facebook?

In the Facebook community, people use their authentic identities to make connections. Maintaining more than one personal account against Facebook Community Standards is illegal. You can create and manage your own Facebook Page using your personal account if you want to represent your business, organization, brand, or product.

How can I use two Facebook on my iPhone?

To use multiple Facebook accounts on your iPhone, launch Friendly Social and tap the Add Account button, then Facebook as your account type. Log in to Facebook using your login credentials as you would in a browser. If prompted, allow the app to access your account.

What happens if I have two Facebook accounts?

This is due to Facebook’s policy against allowing users to have more than one personal account – it violates their terms of service. In other words, if they find out you have two personal accounts, they will close them.

Can you have 2 Facebook accounts with the same email?

Although it’s impossible to create two separate Facebook accounts through one email address, it is possible to use Facebook as two or more separate entities from the same Facebook account.

Can you have 2 Facebook accounts on one phone?

How do I log into multiple Facebook accounts?

Click on the Account button next to Notifications in Facebook while logged in. Select Your Profiles, then select Switch Accounts. Log into another account or use the button to login. If you log into another account, enter your username and password and click Log in.

Can you have 2 Facebook accounts with the same email?

We don't allow joint accounts. Additionally, you can only create an account for one Facebook account per email. Since each account belongs to one person, we require everyone to use their authentic name on their account.

How do I create a second Facebook page for my business?

To create a Page:.
From the Pages section, click Create new Page..
Add your Page name and category..
Add your Page's bio and click Create..
(Optional) Add information, such as Contact, Location and Hours, and click Next..
(Optional) Add profile and cover photos, and edit the action button, and click Next..