How to Remove an Admin from a Facebook Group

Ashfak Kausik -

Can’t find how to remove an admin from a Facebook group after the recent update? In this guide, we'll walk you through this topic, whether you're using a computer or a mobile phone. You'll also learn what to do in special situations, like closed groups or when you want to step down yourself.

Facebook groups bring people together around shared interests, but sometimes you need to make changes to your admin team. Maybe someone's no longer active, or perhaps they're not following the group rules. Whatever your reason, knowing how to properly adjust your admin roster keeps your community running smoothly.

I remember joining a neighborhood group where the original admin disappeared for months. The remaining admins had no idea how to take action, and the group slowly filled with spam. Don't let that happen to your community.

Ready? Let's jump right in.

Understanding Facebook Group Admin Roles

Before making any changes, you'll want to know who can do what in your group:

  • Admins: These people have full control—they can change settings, remove members, and manage other admins.
  • Moderators: They can approve posts and manage content, but they can't touch admin assignments.
  • Regular Members: They can participate but don't have management powers.

Here's the important part: only admins can remove other admins. If you're a moderator or regular member, you won't see this option.

Think of it like a business where only managers can hire or fire other managers. This hierarchy protects groups from unauthorized takeovers.

How to Remove an Admin from a Facebook Group

Let’s find out how to remove an admin from a Facebook group on your desktop browser or from your mobile phone.

For Desktop Users

1. Log into Facebook and click on "Groups" in the left sidebar.

2. Select your group from your groups list.

3. Click "Members" in the top bar of your group’s homepage.

4. Find the admin you want to remove.

5. Click the three dots (⋯) next to their name.

6. Select "Remove as Admin" from the dropdown menu.

7. Confirm your choice when prompted.

That's it! They'll still be a member of the group but without admin privileges.

For Mobile Users (Facebook App)

1. Open the Facebook app on your phone.

2. Tap the menu button (☰) (usually at the bottom or top right).

3. Tap "Groups" and select your group.

4. Tap "Members" at the top of the screen. If you can’t find the “Members” option, then tap on your group’s name and find the “See all” option beside the members section.

5. Find the admin and tap the three dots (⋯) next to their name.

6. Choose "Remove as Admin" from the options.

7. Confirm your decision by tapping on the “Remove Admin” option.

The process takes seconds, and the person will remain in your group as a regular member unless you also remove them completely.

How to Remove an Admin from a Closed Facebook Group

Private (closed) groups follow the same steps as public ones. The main difference? Only existing members can see what happens inside the group.

When you remove an admin in a closed group:

  • They become a regular member automatically
  • Other admins won't receive notifications about the change
  • The process is discrete and won't create public drama

Facebook won't let you remove yourself as admin if you're the only one. This prevents groups from becoming "orphaned" without leadership.

How to Remove Yourself as an Admin from a Facebook Group

Want to step down from your admin responsibilities? Here's how:

  1. Go to your group's Members section.
  2. Find your own name on the list.
  3. Click the three dots (⋯) next to your name.
  4. Select "Leave as Admin".

If you want to exit the group completely, choose "Leave Group" instead.

Note: If you're the only admin, Facebook will make you assign a replacement before you can step down. This keeps the group functioning after you leave.

Special Cases: Removing the Original Group Creator

Facebook typically prevents removing the original creator of a group. There are only two exceptions:

  1. If the creator voluntarily left the group, making another admin the top authority.
  2. In rare cases, Facebook might remove admin status from long-inactive accounts.

If the creator is unresponsive and causing problems, your best option might be starting a new group and inviting active members to join. While not ideal, sometimes a fresh start works better than struggling with admin issues.

Common Issues and Solutions

Problem: You don't see the option to remove an admin.
Solution: Check your own status—you must be an admin yourself to remove other admins.

Problem: The removed admin returns to their position automatically.
Solution: Facebook occasionally has technical hiccups. Wait a few hours and try again.

Problem: You accidentally removed the wrong admin.
Solution: You'll need to add them back manually—there's no "undo" button for admin removal.

Problem: You're stuck with an absent group creator.
Solution: Try contacting them directly. If that fails, consider migrating to a new group.

Best Practices for Managing Group Admins

Managing admins works best when you:

  • Create clear guidelines about admin responsibilities
  • Communicate openly about changes to the admin team
  • Review admin activity periodically
  • Add new admins before removing existing ones
  • Document who has what permissions

These practices help prevent misunderstandings and keep your group running smoothly.

Final Thoughts

Removing an admin from your Facebook group is straightforward once you know the steps. The process works almost identically on computers and mobile devices, with just a few clicks needed to make the change.

Remember that healthy communities need active leadership. Regularly reviewing your admin team helps keep your group on track and spam-free.

Have you ever needed to adjust your admin team? What challenges did you face? The comments section below is open for your stories and questions.