If you're reading this post, chances are you've accidentally deleted your Facebook page. But don't worry, it happens to the best of us! Maybe you were trying to switch to a business profile and ended up deleting the entire page. Or maybe you were cleaning up your Facebook account and accidentally clicked the wrong button. Whatever the case may be, it's important to take a deep breath and hold on tight. In this blog, we'll explore some of the scenarios in which a business owner might accidentally delete themselves from their Facebook page and provide solutions to help get your page back.
How did we get here!?
It can be devastating to realize that your Facebook page has become an orphaned page. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as:
The original creator of the page has left the company or is no longer active on Facebook
The business has changed ownership and the new owner does not have access to the page
The page was created through a personal account and that account has been deactivated or deleted
Whatever the reason, an orphaned page can be a major issue for your business. Without access to the page, you can't post updates, interact with customers, or even see insights about how your page is performing.
So what can you do if your Facebook page becomes an orphaned page? Here are a few strategies to try:
Try contacting Facebook support. Disclaimer: It can be challenging to get in touch with someone at Facebook, but it's worth a try. To submit an inquiry, click here to get the link. Be sure to explain your situation and provide as much information as possible about the page and the account that created it. While it's not guaranteed, here at Tustle, we've had at least one success in recovering a client's Facebook page this way - but it took three months! Just be ready to go back and forth with support and keep disputing the ticket until they finally say yes!
Use the "Report This Page" feature. If you can't access the page but can still see it, you can report it to Facebook as a problem. Click on the "Report This Page" link in the top right corner of the page and follow the instructions to report the page as an orphaned page.
Create a new page. If you can't recover your orphaned page, you may have to start fresh with a new page. This will mean losing all of your existing followers and content, but it's better than having no presence on Facebook at all. Make sure to use the same name and branding as your old page to help your followers find you.
Use a Facebook page migration tool. If you're unable to recover your orphaned page or create a new one, you may want to consider using a Facebook page migration tool. These tools allow you to move your content from one Facebook page to another, so you can keep your followers and information even if you have to start over with a new page. Examples of Facebook page migration tools include SocialBee and SocialPilot. Keep in mind that these tools can be a bit technical, so you may need to get help from someone with more experience in order to use them effectively.
The bottom line.
If your Facebook page becomes an orphaned page, don't panic. There are a few different strategies you can try to get your page back or create a new one. Just make sure to follow Facebook's guidelines and use the resources available to you. With a little bit of effort, you can get your page up and running again and continue using Facebook to reach your customers. If you have any questions or need any help, please leave a comment below!
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