A Facebook account has a set limit to the number of times the birthday can be altered. Once that limit is reached, making further changes through the standard profile editing options becomes impossible. This restriction is in place to prevent misuse of birthday information and ensure data integrity on the platform. For example, attempting to modify the birthday via the “About” section of the profile will be unsuccessful if the change limit has been exceeded.
This restriction on altering the birthday is significant because it impacts individuals who may have initially entered incorrect information or those who require a correction later in life. The existence of this restriction influences user experience, data accuracy, and the potential for targeted advertising. Historically, platforms have tightened data modification policies to enhance security and user privacy.