Meet your Meta Account
The simple and easy way to log in and manage your favorite apps.
No need to juggle multiple logins – with a Meta Account, you can securely sign in and manage whichever profiles you choose.
More secure and convenient
One key, stronger lock
With your Meta Account, you can use a single passkey across your Meta apps and devices. A passkey is easier and more secure than traditional passwords. Just log in using your fingerprint, face recognition or device password, all of which are stored on your device and never shared with Meta. WhatsApp passkeys are managed separately.
Always-on threat protection
Always-on threat protection
As always, your Meta Account includes proactive, 24/7 safeguards that block threats like hacking and phishing in real time to protect your account and prevent unauthorized access before it happens.
Always-on threat protection
Always-on threat protection
As always, your Meta Account includes proactive, 24/7 safeguards that block threats like hacking and phishing in real time to protect your account and prevent unauthorized access before it happens.
Up-to-date security
Up-to-date security
Your Meta Account helps keep your account protections strong and up-to-date. When you use Security Checkup, it recommends actions you can take to strengthen your account, including setting up two-factor authentication, login alerts and more.
Up-to-date security
Up-to-date security
Your Meta Account helps keep your account protections strong and up-to-date. When you use Security Checkup, it recommends actions you can take to strengthen your account, including setting up two-factor authentication, login alerts and more.
More convenient controls
Manage multiple profiles
With your Meta Account, you get more flexibility and control. You can manage more key settings in one place and tailor your social experience for each app you choose to include.
Teen support, in one place
Teen support, in one place
With Family Center, your teen’s safety settings are in one simple dashboard, allowing parents to supervise their teens across Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and Meta Horizon without having to switch between them.
Teen support, in one place
Teen support, in one place
With Family Center, your teen’s safety settings are in one simple dashboard, allowing parents to supervise their teens across Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and Meta Horizon without having to switch between them.
Get ready for your Meta Account
Your Meta Account is the simple and easy way to log in and manage your favorite Meta apps and devices.
You'll soon be updated to a Meta Account, and you'll be notified when that happens.
What is a Meta Account?
What is a Meta Account?
It’s an account that works across Meta apps and devices, which makes it easy to log in, control settings and keep your information secure.
What apps and devices are included in this?
What apps and devices are included in this?
Meta Accounts are supported on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, Threads, Meta AI and Meta devices like Meta Quest headsets, AI glasses and more. WhatsApp can be added optionally and will not be added to a Meta Account by default — it will only be in your Meta Account if you choose to add it or you previously added it to your Accounts Center.
Will all my apps and devices automatically get added to the same Meta Account?
Will all my apps and devices automatically get added to the same Meta Account?
No. You remain in control over what apps and devices are in the same Meta Account together. To provide you with a Meta Account, we will automatically update your Accounts Center. This means all of the apps and devices that you previously added to the same Accounts Center will be what’s in your updated Meta Account.
Do I need a Meta Account?
Do I need a Meta Account?
You will need at least one Meta Account to access Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, Threads, Meta AI, Meta devices and more. A Meta Account is optional for WhatsApp. WhatsApp can be added to your Meta Account if you choose.
Do I have to have all my apps and devices in one Meta Account?
Do I have to have all my apps and devices in one Meta Account?
No, you don’t have to have all your Meta apps and devices in one Meta Account. You can choose to have different Meta Accounts for different apps or devices—for example a Meta Account for Facebook and a Meta Account for Threads.
Will my information be safe with a Meta Account?
Will my information be safe with a Meta Account?
Absolutely. Your Meta Account uses industry-leading security features like personalized Security Checkup and proactive safeguards to keep your information safe. You can also add additional security features like passkeys. You have full control over your privacy settings and account security.
What happens if I lose access to my Meta Account?
What happens if I lose access to my Meta Account?
You can recover your Meta Account using your email address, phone number, or other verification methods you've added to your account. We recommend always keeping your contact information up-to-date for easier account recovery.
What does Meta Account mean for my WhatsApp account?
What does Meta Account mean for my WhatsApp account?
Nothing changes for you. WhatsApp isn't included in your Meta Account unless you already added it to the same Accounts Center as Facebook or Instagram. Your personal messages and calls will continue to be end-to-end encrypted. You can remove WhatsApp from your Meta Account at any time.
Will my settings be the same across apps and devices under the same Meta Account?
Will my settings be the same across apps and devices under the same Meta Account?
Some settings are applied across apps and devices in the same Meta Account, such as your birthday and ads preferences. You can still individually manage other profile preferences, audience settings and more.
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