Want to change your time zone on Facebook? Whether you're adjusting a Facebook event, working with Facebook ads manager, or want to reach the correct target audience for your Facebook page, here's everything you need to know.
For Ad Accounts
If you wish to change the preferred timezone of your ad account, you'll have to create a new account. Here's how:
Switch your profile to the page you wish to manage and access the page.
In the left side menu, click Meta Business Suite.
On the bottom left corner, click Settings
Scroll down and click Ad Account Settings.
Select Payment Settings.
Under the Business Info section, click Edit on the top right corner.
Under the Currency and Time Zone section, select a new timezone option from the drop down menu.
Click Save.
Select Create New Account.
For Events
When creating a new event, you can adjust the timezone option to the right of the event date and time.
On Desktop
On Mobile
Frequently Asked Questions
When I create Facebook events why don't I see an option to change time zones?
Currently Facebook allows event creators to change their time zone for events on both desktop and the Facebook app. You should see the timezone option appear to the right of the date displayed.
Is there a way to change time zones on your personal Facebook account?
No, Facbook will determine your timezone based on your location and the timezone settings on the device you're using to access your account.
Can you change your ad campaign settings without creating a new one?
No - changing the time zone in Facebook ads manager will automatically deactivate the original account and require you to create a new one with the new timezone setting of your choice.
What is the default time zone for Facebook ad accounts?
The default time zone for new ad accounts is Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Copy Link