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Facebook Academy
Lesson 9 – Facebook Page Settings
Lesson Objective
Learn how to configure your Facebook Page correctly so visitors can easily contact you, find your website, and trust your business.
Why Page Settings Matter
Your Page Settings control how your page behaves, who can manage it, what information visitors can see, and how Facebook connects your page with search engines and customers.
Spend time setting up your page properly once. Good settings improve security, professionalism, and search visibility.
Essential Information to Complete
- Page Name
- Username (@username)
- Description
- Category
- Website address
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Business hours
- Location (if applicable)
Create a Username
Choose a short username that matches your brand.
Example:
- @itianknowledge
- @nzthrillvibes
This creates an easy-to-share Facebook web address.
Contact Information
Make it easy for visitors to contact you.
- Website
- Messenger
- Phone (if appropriate)
Call-to-Action Button
Choose one primary action for visitors.
- Visit Website
- Learn More
- Send Message
- Call Now
- Book Now
For ITIAN Knowledge Hub, Visit Website is the recommended option.
Messenger Settings
Enable Messenger so visitors can contact you.
Aim to reply quickly. Fast responses build trust and improve customer experience.
Notifications
Enable notifications for:
- Messages
- Comments
- Mentions
- Reviews
- Followers
Assigning Page Roles
You can allow trusted people to help manage your Page.
Common Roles
- Administrator
- Editor
- Moderator
- Advertiser
- Analyst
Never make someone an Administrator unless you completely trust them. Administrators can remove you from your own Page.
Privacy Settings
- Enable two-factor authentication.
- Review connected apps.
- Remove old administrators.
- Review login alerts.
- Keep recovery email current.
Recommended Settings for ITIAN
- Website: itianknowledge.com
- Messenger enabled
- Visit Website button
- Professional email address
- Technology Education category
- Public page visibility
Common Beginner Mistakes
- No website link.
- No profile description.
- No contact details.
- Wrong category.
- Ignoring Messenger.
- Giving Administrator access to strangers.
- Never reviewing settings again.
Practical Exercise
Review every Facebook Page setting and complete the following:
- ✔ Update username.
- ✔ Add website.
- ✔ Add email.
- ✔ Configure Messenger.
- ✔ Check notifications.
- ✔ Review administrators.
- ✔ Enable security features.
A well-configured Facebook Page is easier to find, easier to contact, more secure, and appears far more professional to visitors.