How to Change the Language on Facebook

This wikiHow teaches you how to change the language that Facebook's interface is displayed in.

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Desktop

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    Go to the Facebook website.
    • If you aren't logged in automatically, enter your username and password, and click Log In.
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    Click the menu arrow. It's the downward-pointing arrow in the upper-right corner of your screen.
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    Click Settings.
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    Click Language. It's in the menu pane on the lefthand side.
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    Click Edit. It's next to the menu option What language do you want to use Facebook in?.
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    Click the Show Facebook in this language drop-down menu.
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    Select a language from the list.
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    Click Save Changes. Facebook's interface will now be displayed in the language you selected.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:

Android App

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    Open the Facebook app. It's the app with a blue background and white F.
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    Tap the Menu button. It's the icon with three lines in the upper-right area of your screen.
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    Tap App Settings. It's located near the bottom of the menu.
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    Tap Language. A list of languages will appear.
    • The language currently being used will have a highlighted circle next to it.
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    Tap on a language. Facebook's interface will now be displayed in the language you selected.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 3:

iPhone/iPad App

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    Open Settings. It's the app with grey gears that can be found on your Home screen.
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    Tap General.
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    Tap Language & Region. You may have to scroll down to find this option.
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    Tap iPhone Language. A list of languages will appear.
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    Tap on a language. A blue check mark will appear next to it.
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    Tap Done. A confirmation screen will appear.
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    Tap Change to [selected language]. Your device's interface, including Facebook, will now be shown in your selected language.
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Warnings

  • It's not possible to change the language of the Facebook app for iPhone/iPad without changing the language settings for the device in general.
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