How to Get an App ID on Facebook

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This wikiHow teaches you how to create a new App ID on the Facebook for Developers page in order to integrate Facebook into your app or website.

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Open Facebook for Developers.

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    Go to https://developers.facebook.com . If you're not already signed in, click Log in at the top-right to sign in now.
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View your app list.

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    It's in the gray bar running along the top of the page. This displays all of your apps.
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Scroll to find your app.

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    Scroll down to browse the list or use the Search field at the top to quickly find an app.
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Find the app ID below the app's name.

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    You will see the 15-digit App ID right below the app's name. This number is unique to your app. You will need your unique App ID when you're using analytics, or creating ads in the Audience Network.
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Get a new app ID.

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    You can now add your new app to receive your new ID. Fill out the form, and click Create App ID once prompted to display your new 15-digit app ID.
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      1. Open Facebook for Developers on a browser.
      2. Click My Apps .
      3. Click +Add New App .
      4. Enter a Display Name and your email.
      5. Click Create App ID .
      6. View your new App ID in the top-left corner.

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