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How Do You Change the Language on Facebook Desktop?

Struggling to Switch Facebook’s Language? Here’s the Fix!

Changing the language on Facebook desktop is quick and simple. Whether you’re stuck in a language you don’t understand or just want to switch things up, this guide will walk you through it step by step.

How Do You Change the Language on Facebook Desktop?

Let’s dive in.

  1. Open Facebook on your desktop browser. Make sure you’re logged into your account.
  2. Look at the top-right corner of the screen. Click on your Profile picture or icon—it’s easy to spot.
  3. A dropdown menu will appear. Scroll down and click on “Settings & Privacy” (it has a gear or cog icon next to it).
  4. In the next menu, find and click on “Language“. It’s marked with a small globe icon。
  5. Under “Facebook Language,” you’ll see a list of options. Scroll through the list and pick the language you want to use. For example, you could select Spanish, French, or even Welsh.
  6. If you like, choose a backup language in case your primary choice isn’t fully supported.
  7. Once selected, Facebook will reload automatically in your new language. That’s it—you’re done!

Quick Tips

  • If you accidentally switch to a language you don’t understand, look for familiar icons like the globe or gear to navigate back.
  • Changing the language doesn’t affect your posts or messages—it only changes the interface.

Switching languages can make Facebook easier to use for non-native speakers or help you explore new languages while staying connected.