Facebook Ad Account Setup
Complete step-by-step guide to create your Facebook Business Manager and ad account
What You'll Need
Before starting, make sure you have these ready:
Create Facebook Business Manager Account
Facebook Business Manager is the central hub for managing your business presence on Facebook and Instagram.
Screenshot Placeholder
/images/guides/facebook/step1-business-manager.png
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Go to business.facebook.com
- Click "Create Account"
- Enter your business name and email
- Verify your business email address
- Complete the business verification process
Requirements:
- Business email address
- Business name
- Phone number
Estimated Time:
5-10 minutes
Add Your Business Page
Connect your existing Facebook page or create a new business page for your advertising.
Screenshot Placeholder
/images/guides/facebook/step2-add-page.png
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- In Business Manager, go to "Pages"
- Click "Add" → "Add a Page"
- Choose "Create a New Page" or "Add an Existing Page"
- If creating new: Enter page name, category, and description
- Complete page setup with profile picture and cover photo
Requirements:
- Business Manager account
- Page name and category
Estimated Time:
10-15 minutes
Create Your First Ad Account
Set up your advertising account where you'll manage campaigns and billing.
Screenshot Placeholder
/images/guides/facebook/step3-create-ad-account.png
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- In Business Manager, go to "Ad Accounts"
- Click "Add" → "Create a new ad account"
- Enter account name (e.g., "My Business Ads")
- Select your business page
- Choose account timezone and currency
- Add yourself as the account admin
Requirements:
- Business Manager account
- Business page
- Account name
Estimated Time:
5-10 minutes
Add Payment Method
Add a credit card or PayPal account to fund your advertising campaigns.
Screenshot Placeholder
/images/guides/facebook/step4-payment-method.png
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Go to "Billing" in your ad account
- Click "Add Payment Method"
- Choose "Credit Card" or "PayPal"
- Enter your payment details
- Verify your payment method
- Set up automatic payments (recommended)
Requirements:
- Valid credit card or PayPal account
- Billing address
Estimated Time:
5 minutes
Verify Your Business
Complete Facebook's business verification process to unlock all advertising features.
Screenshot Placeholder
/images/guides/facebook/step5-business-verification.png
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Go to "Business Settings" → "Security"
- Click "Start Verification"
- Upload required business documents
- Provide business information
- Submit for review (can take 1-3 business days)
- Check verification status regularly
Requirements:
- Business license
- Tax ID
- Business address verification
Estimated Time:
15-20 minutes
Ready to Connect!
Once you've completed all the steps above, you're ready to connect your Facebook ad account to AdMolecule and start creating campaigns.
Need Help?
Having trouble with Facebook Business Manager setup? Here are some common solutions:
Business Verification Taking Too Long?
Facebook's business verification can take 1-3 business days. Make sure all documents are clear and match your business information exactly.
Can't Add Payment Method?
Ensure your credit card is valid and has sufficient funds. Some cards may be declined for security reasons - try a different card.
Account Access Issues?
Make sure you're logged into the correct Facebook account and have admin access to the Business Manager.