6 Steps on Adding Hosts to a Facebook Event

Throwing a party or hosting an event can be a lot of work, but it doesn’t have to be. One of the best ways to make planning easier is to enlist the help of friends or family members. And one of the easiest ways to do that is to add them as hosts to your Facebook event. Co-hosting an event on Facebook allows multiple people to manage the event, share responsibilities, and collaborate on planning. Whether you’re planning a virtual gathering or an in-person celebration, adding hosts to your Facebook event can help ensure that everything runs smoothly and everyone has a great time.

Adding hosts to your Facebook event is quick and easy. First, create your event as usual. Once you’ve added all the basic information, such as the name, date, time, and location, scroll down to the “Hosts” section. Click on the “Add Hosts” button and start typing in the names of your friends or family members. You can add as many hosts as you like. Once you’ve added all of your hosts, click on the “Save” button. You can give your co-hosts different levels of access to manage the event. For example, you can allow them to invite guests, post updates, or even edit the event details. This can be a great way to delegate tasks and make sure that everything gets done.

Co-hosting an event on Facebook is a great way to share the workload and make planning easier. It also allows you to get input from friends and family members who may have different perspectives or ideas. Whether you’re planning a small gathering or a large-scale event, adding hosts to your Facebook event can help make the process more enjoyable and ensure that everything runs smoothly.

Finding the Attendee List

To access the attendee list for your Facebook event, follow these steps:

Navigate to the event page on Facebook.
Scroll down to the “Guests” section on the right-hand side of the page.
Click on the “See all” link next to “Guests” to view the full list of attendees.

The attendee list will display the following information for each guest:

Name: The guest’s full name.
Status: Whether the guest has responded to the event invitation.
Response: The guest’s response to the invitation (e.g., “Going”, “Not going”).
Options: Additional options for managing the guest (e.g., remove guest, mark as admin).

You can use the search bar at the top of the attendee list to filter the guests by name or response status.

Adding Hosts via Search

To add hosts to your Facebook event via search, follow these steps:

From your event page, click on the Invite button.
Take note that you must be an event admin to add hosts.
In the Search field, enter the name of the person you want to make a host.
As you type, the search bar will display a list of matching profiles. Select the name of the person you want to add.
Note: If the person you’re searching for is not in your Facebook friends list, their profile picture will not be displayed in search results.

Name Profile Picture

John Doe
(Not in your friends list)

To add such individuals as hosts, you must first send them a friend request and wait for them to accept it. Once they accept your request, their profile picture will appear in search results, and you can add them as hosts.

Name	Profile Picture
John Doe (Not in your friends list)

Adding Hosts Manually

To add hosts manually, follow these steps:

Click the “Edit” button on the event page.
Scroll down to the “Hosts” section.
Click the “Add Hosts” button.
Start typing the name of the person you want to add as a host. A dropdown menu will appear with a list of matching names.

Tip

If the person you want to add isn’t on the list, you can enter their email address in the search bar.

Click on the person’s name to add them as a host.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add additional hosts.
Click the “Save Changes” button to save your changes.

Confirming Co-Host Permissions

Once you’ve added someone as a co-host, it’s wichtig to confirm their permissions. This will ensure they have the appropriate level of control over the event.

To confirm co-host permissions:

Click the “Edit Event” button.
Scroll down to the “Co-Hosts” section.
Click the “Edit” button next to the co-host’s name.
Select the appropriate permissions from the drop-down menu.
Click the “Save” button.

The following table describes the different co-host permissions:

Permission	Description
Manage Guests	Can invite and remove guests, edit the guest list, and see who’s attending.
Post Updates	Can post updates and photos to the event wall.
Respond to Guests	Can respond to guest messages and inquiries.
Edit Event	Can edit the event details, such as the time, date, and location.
Delete Event	Can delete the event.

Managing Host Permissions

As the event organizer, you have the power to grant or revoke hosting privileges to others. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Click the “Edit Event” button in the top right corner.
Scroll down to the “Hosts” section.
Type the name or email address of the person you want to make a host.
Click the “Add” button.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for any additional hosts you want to add.
To remove a host, simply click the “X” next to their name.

Hosts’ Permissions

Permission	Description
Edit event	The host can make changes to the event details, such as the time, location, or description.
Invite friends	The host can invite others to the event.
Post on event	The host can post updates, photos, or videos to the event wall.
Manage guests	The host can approve or decline guest requests and remove guests from the event.
Add or remove hosts	The host can grant or revoke hosting privileges to other users.
Cancel event	The host has the power to cancel the event at any time.

Sharing Host Responsibilities

When you add a host to your Facebook event, you can share the responsibility of managing the event with them. This can be helpful if you need assistance with tasks such as:

Creating and editing the event
Inviting guests
Managing RSVPs
Posting updates about the event
Responding to guest questions

Hosts can also assign specific roles to other hosts, such as:

Co-host: Can help with all aspects of event management.
Moderator: Can manage guest posts and comments.
Commenter: Can post comments and interact with guests.

To add a host to your Facebook event:

Go to your event page.
Click the “Hosts” tab.
Enter the name or email address of the person you want to add as a host.
Select the role you want to assign to the host.
Click the “Add Host” button.

Co-Host Responsibilities

Co-hosts have the same level of access and control over the event as the primary host. They can:

Edit the event details
Invite guests
Manage RSVPs
Post updates about the event
Respond to guest questions
Assign roles to other hosts

Moderator Responsibilities

Moderators can manage guest posts and comments on the event page. They can:

Approve or reject guest posts
Delete or hide guest comments
Ban guests from the event

Commenter Responsibilities

Commenters can post comments and interact with other guests on the event page. They cannot:

Edit the event details
Invite guests
Manage RSVPs
Post updates about the event
Assign roles to other hosts

Effective Communication with Hosts

Maintaining effective communication with event hosts is essential for a smooth and successful event.

8. Utilizing Communication Channels

Utilizing multiple communication channels ensures everyone stays informed and avoids miscommunications. Consider using:

Channel	Benefits
Email	Formal updates, sharing documents
Phone	Immediate communication for urgent matters
Messaging Apps	Quick updates, group discussions
Video Conferencing	Virtual meetings for brainstorming, problem-solving
Task Management Software	Assigning and tracking tasks, centralizing communication

10. Troubleshooting Host Management Issues

Failed Host Removal: “Can’t Remove Host” Error

If you encounter this error, check if the host you’re trying to remove has any outstanding tasks related to the event, such as invitations, posts, or payments. Resolve those tasks before attempting the removal again.

Host Not Showing in Event Settings

Ensure that the host you added has accepted the invitation. Hosts must accept an invitation before their name appears in the event settings.

Host Permissions Insufficient

Hosts must have the “Edit Event” permission to manage other hosts. Verify that the host you’re experiencing issues with has this permission.

Event Not Under Your Control

If you’re unable to add or remove hosts, check if you’re the primary organizer of the event. Only the primary organizer has full control over host management.

Technical Issues

In rare cases, technical issues may hinder host management. Try refreshing the event page or accessing it from a different device. If the issue persists, contact Facebook Support.

Issue	Solution
Can’t Remove Host: “Can’t Remove Host” Error	Resolve any outstanding tasks related to the host before attempting removal.
Host Not Showing in Event Settings	Ensure that the host has accepted the invitation.
Host Permissions Insufficient	Grant the host “Edit Event” permission.
Event Not Under Your Control	Check if you are the primary organizer of the event.
Technical Issues	Refresh the event page or access it from a different device.

How To Add Hosts To A Facebook Event

To add hosts to a Facebook event, follow these steps:

Go to the event page and click on the “Edit” button.
In the “Hosts” section, click on the “Add Hosts” button.
Enter the names of the people you want to add as hosts.
Click on the “Save” button.

Once you have added hosts to an event, they will be able to help you manage the event and invite guests.