Linked Accounts | Account

Linked Accounts

>What is a linked account?

A linked account is an approved online account that you link to your Facebook account. This means that when you log in to the linked account, you will be able to access your Facebook account without logging in to Facebook.

>What types of accounts can I link to my Facebook account?

You can link your Facebook account to a variety of other online accounts, including accounts with Google and Yahoo!. To see a full list, click on the drop-down menu in the "Linked Accounts" section of your Account Settings.

>How do I add or remove a linked account?

To add or remove a linked account, navigate to "Linked Accounts" section of your Account Settings page. Click "change" to see a list of all of the accounts that are currently linked to your Facebook account.

To link a new account, select an account type from the drop-down menu and click "Link New Account." Enter your Facebook password in the box that appears and click "confirm." Another box will appear asking you to sign into the account you wish to link (for example, your Gmail account).

To remove a linked account, simply click the "remove" button located next to the account.

>Why would I link my other online accounts to my Facebook account?

Linking another online account, such as a Gmail account, to your Facebook account allows you to access Facebook whenever you are logged in to that other account. Thus logging into your Gmail account would also log you in to your Facebook account.

>I received an email from Facebook saying "Facebook Account Linked With..." and I didn’t take this action

If you feel you have received this email in error, it is possible that someone is trying to gain access to your account without your permission. Follow the steps provided in the email to secure your account.

Please adhere to the following guidelines to help ensure the security of your account in the future.

Password Protection: You should select a unique and complex password for your account and keep this entirely to yourself. Be sure that you use a complex string of numbers, letters, and punctuation marks that is at least six characters in length. It should also be different from other passwords you use elsewhere on the internet.
Private Browsing: Please make sure that you log out of your Facebook account and quit your browser when you’re done using the site. This is especially important when using a public computer or someone else's mobile device. You should also never check the "Keep me logged in" box when logging in from a public computer, as this will keep you logged in even after you close your browser window.
Secure Email: Since anyone who can read your email can probably also access your Facebook account, you should make sure that any email addresses associated with your account are secure. To ensure security, you should change the password for all of your email accounts and make sure that no two are the same. By varying your passwords, you can greatly decrease your account’s risk of being compromised in the future.
Security Question: If you have not done so already, you should add a security question to your account from the Account Settings page. You should choose a question and answer that you will remember, and no one else should be able to answer the question that you choose.
Log in at Facebook.com: Make sure that when you access the site, you always log in from a legitimate Facebook page with the facebook.com domain. Do not click any unfamiliar links and do not run any executable files (files ending in .exe) on your computer without knowing what they are. If something looks or feels suspicious, go directly to www.facebook.com to log in.
Run Anti-Virus Software: If your computer has been infected with a virus or with malware, you will need to run anti-virus software to remove these harmful programs and keep your information secure.

For Microsoft:
http://www.microsoft.com/protect/viruses/xp/av.mspx http://www.microsoft.com/protect/computer/viruses/default.mspx

For Apple:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222
Learn More: Visit our Security Page to learn more about keeping your account safe and about how to report suspicious material in the future.

Language-specific Names | Facebook

Language-specific Names

>What is a language-specific name?

A language-specific name is your name, as it appears in another language. This way, your friends can see your name in a language they understand.

Here are examples of language-specific names:

Hanako Yamada / 山田花子
Chen WeiJie / 陳偉傑
Young Hee Kim / 김영희
Marina Petrova / Марина Петрова

When you add a language-specific name to your timeline, your friends will see your name in the way that's most natural for them. So if they use Facebook in the same language as your language-specific name (example on the right), that's what they'll see. Everyone else will see the name you signed up with (example on the left).

Right now language-specific names are only available in a few countries. We hope to expand to more places in the future.

>How is a language-specific name different from an alternate name?

A language-specific name is:

Your real, full name, as it appears in a different language
Shown in place of the name you signed up with throughout the site (on your timeline, in search results, posts, comments and photo tags)
Only visible to people using Facebook in that language

An alternatate name is:

A different version of your name, like your nickname or maiden name
Displayed in parenthesis next to your name, but only on your timeline and in search results
Visible to anyone who views your timeline or search results

>How do I add, edit or delete my language-specific name?

If you're using Facebook in another language, you may have the option to add a language-specific name to your account.

To add or edit your language-specific name:

Click at the top-right corner of Facebook and select Account Settings
Click General in the left-hand column and click on the Name setting
Enter your name as it appears in another language in the language-specific name fields
Click Save Changes

Note: You'll only see the option to add a language-specific name if you have that language listed on your account. You can add a language to your timeline by following these directions.

>I'm trying to change my language-specific name but my request wasn't approved.

This might be because the name you requested doesn't follow our name standards. If you've read our name policies and think that your name was rejected by mistake, let us know.

>Why is the name listed on my timeline different from the name I signed up with?

If you entered a language-specific name in addition to your registered name, then your language-specific name will display for people who use Facebook in that language.

Here are examples of language-specific names:

Hanako Yamada / 山田花子
Chen WeiJie / 陳偉傑
Young Hee Kim / 김영희
Marina Petrova / Марина Петрова

Your friends will see your name in the way that's most natural for them. So if they use Facebook in the same language as your language-specific name (example on the right), that's what they'll see. Everyone else will see the name you signed up with (example on the left).

Changing Your Name and Birthday

Changing Your Name and Birthday

>How do I edit my birthday?

To edit your date of birth:

Go to your timeline
Click the Update Info button (under your cover photo)
Find the Basic Info section and click Edit
Enter your real birthday in the Birthday field
Save your changes

Note: We have limits in place around the number of times you can edit your birthday. If you recently edited your birthday, you may have to wait a few days before changing it again. Learn more about our Community Standards.

>How do I change my name?

To edit the name listed on your account:

Review our name standards
Click in the upper-right corner of any Facebook page and select Account Settings
Click General in the left-hand column
Look for the Name setting and click Edit to the far right
Type in your name and save your changes

Keep in Mind:

To help make sure that everyone uses their real name, we limit the number of times you can change your name.
If your name is changed by a Facebook representative, you'll no longer have the option to manually change your name.
If you weren't able to change your name, we may be able to help.

>My name change request was not approved.

This might be because the name you requested doesn't follow our name standards. If you've read our name policies and think that your name was rejected by mistake, let us know.

>How do I display an alternate name (ex: nickname or maiden name) on my timeline?

If you'd like to list a second name on your account (ex: maiden name, nickname, or professional name), you can add an alternate name from your account settings.

Here's how:

Click at the top right of any Facebook page and select Account Settings.
Click General in the left-hand column.
Find the setting Name and click Edit to the far right.
Enter your alternate name. Make sure it complies with our alternate name policies.
Check Include this on my timeline to have your alternate name listed on your timeline. Otherwise, it will only help people find you in search.
Save your changes.

If your alternate name was rejected, let us know. Keep in mind that we'll only process requests for alternate names that comply with our name policies and Community Standards.

Note: If you checked the box to have your alternate name listed on your timeline, it'll appear next to your name at the top of your personal timeline page. It'll also show up next to your name in search results and any friend requests you send. If you have a large number of followers, you may be prompted to verify your account when you add an alternate name to your timeline.

>How will my alternate name appear to other people on Facebook?

If you checked the box to display your alternate name on your timeline, it will appear in parentheses next to your full name at the top of your timeline. People will also see your alternate name if they search for you or when you send friend requests.

If you have a large number of public subscribers, you may have the option to verify your account and display your alternate name on the top of your timeline, with your real name in the About section.

How do I change my time zone?

If the time stamps you see on Facebook are incorrect, your computer’s time settings are probably wrong. Facebook uses your computer’s time settings, so please make sure this information is correct. Once you have adjusted these settings, log out of Facebook and then log back in. Your Facebook time stamps should be adjusted accordingly.

How do I change my language settings?

To set your language, go to the bottom of the page you are on and click on the current language (in the left corner). Choose a new language from the menu.

You can also update your language on the Account Settings page:

Click at the top right corner of Facebook and choose Account Settings
Click General in the left-hand column
Next to Language, click the Edit link and select your primary language from the dropdown menu

How do I change which email address Facebook notifications are sent to?

You can change the email address we send notifications to from your Account Settings page.

Click at the top-right corner of Facebook and choose Account Settings
Click General in the left-hand column and then click on the Email section
Click Add another email, enter in the new email address, and then click Save Changes
Confirm your password
Look for an email from Facebook to confirm your new email address

Note: If you have more than one email address linked to your account, we'll send notifications to the one you choose as your primary email address on your Account Settings page.

How do I add a security question to my account?

Having a security question is a useful way to verify you own your account if you ever lose access to it.

You can add a security question to your account from your Security Settings page:

Click at the top right of any Facebook page and select Account Settings
Click Security from the left-hand column
Click on the Security Question section and follow the onsite steps

Note: You won't see this section if you've already added a security question to your account.

Tips for picking a good security question:

Pick a question and answer you know you'll remember
Keep your security question a secret
Make sure your answer is specific enough that it can't be guessed easily

You can improve the overall security of your account by updating your security information.

What is the minimum password strength? How can I make my password strong?

When creating a new password, be sure that it is at least 6 characters in length and that you use a complex string of numbers, letters, and punctuation marks. If the password you entered is not strong enough, you may want to try mixing uppercase and lowercase letters or making your password longer.

Ideally, the password you select should be easy for you to remember but hard for someone else to figure out. For added security, your Facebook password should also be different than other passwords that you use on the internet.

What is the minimum password strength? How can I make my password strong?

Where can I find my settings?

Click

at the top right of any Facebook page. A dropdown menu will expand with the following options:

Account Settings: Edit your basic preferences here (e.g. login email, password, notifications, mobile and payments).
Privacy Settings: Edit your privacy preferences and learn more about controlling how you share.
Log Out: Choose this option to log out safely.
Help Center: Find answers to common questions here.