Understanding Facebook’s New Timeline for Pages

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There’s a good chance you’ve noticed that Facebook has changed to a new Timeline format. What you may not realize, though, is all of the changes that come with this new format. Today, I’m going to go over the changes so you’ll be able to get the most out of Facebook.

No Default Landing Pages

One of the biggest changes is users can’t use landing pages anymore. That means you can’t use “Like Gates” to get people to “Like” a page before they view it. You can still create tabs for your Facebook page using Pagemodo, Wildfire Interactive, or one of the other services, though. However, users will actually have to click on the tab since they’ll automatically go to your wall when they visit your page.

It’s important to note that the tabs are much more prominent on the new Timeline. Previously, your tabs and apps were on the left hand side of the page. They were hard to see, and most users probably ignored them. Now, though, the apps are prominently displayed with icons. These large icons can be arranged to your liking, and they really stand out to users. Because of that, you shouldn’t be too concerned about the absence of landing pages. While landing pages are gone, users will be able to visit all of your tabs easily, so you should get the same amount of traffic.

Option to Pin an Update to the Top of Your Page

While you can’t have a landing page with the new Timeline, you can still control what users see when they first visit your page. That’s because you can pin a status update to the top of the page. Once you do that, it will stay there for an entire week.

Thus, if you have a special announcement or a great offer, you can pin it to the top of the page, where it is sure to be seen.

This is easy to do. Simply create and post a status update. Then, go to the icon that looks like a pencil. Click on it and select “Pin to Top.”

Cover Photos

The new Timeline also allows users to add cover photos. A cover photo isn’t the same as the standard profile photo. Unlike the standard photos, cover photos take up the entire top of the Facebook page. That means they provide people with a great opportunity for marketing and branding.

It’s important to note that your cover photo cannot contain information about discounts or deals, prices for products or services you offer, or calls to action. Additionally, you can’t use the words “like” or “share.”

However, your photo can still be a powerful marketing tool. For example, you can use a picture of someone using your products, or post a picture of you at an industry event. The sky really is the limit when you choose your cover photo. Just remember it’s the first thing people will see when they visit your page, so be creative.

As you can see, Facebook’s new Timeline provides marketers with some exciting opportunities. Be sure to check out my special report below so you can utilize all of those features.

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  2. Reply
    tanesha sharpe

    Hi anthony thank u so much for this. I havent made any money yet im not going to give up thank u for the information

  3. Reply
    Maurice

    Hey Anthony, just want to say thanks for the valuable information you continue to provide us with. Please know that it is much appreciated.

    Maurice

  6. Reply
    Petronella

    Hi Anthony!
    I’ve transfered my new domain name to affiliate marketers today.
    Will watch your marketing videos asap.

    I’m not new on facebook – my name is liefie.boyens and I’ve started to add Destiny International Incorporation, our Non-profit Organization to it as well.
    Can’t wait to hear more about marketing on facebook.

    Thanks for all your training videos, etc.

    God bless!

    Petronella

  7. Reply
    Corinne

    Thanks for the quick overview of the new FB page layout!

    Another good tip is to personalize the image of your tabs. You don’t have to settle for the default image FB gives a tab, you can replace it with one of your own – another way to engage and draw your reader to that tab.

  9. Reply
    Peter Coe

    Thanks for the update, so much to learn still! As changes are occurring everyday, keep up the good work that you do!

  12. Reply
    James

    Thanks Anthony,

    Since I started the “Success With Anthony” program I haven’t had time to open it every day.

    Thanks again,

    James

  13. Reply
    Ruth Santos

    Thank you, Anthony. You are trying to help us get out of the pit and start earning in order to help our fellow man. Ray!
    I can’t ever listen to your teleconferences because of the LD charges. But I do enjoy your sticking with me to continue to send messages to help me.

    Again, I appreciate you!

  15. Reply
    Jamielee Hutton

    Some more great tips , thanks Anthony . Although the changeover to timeline seems daunting it may well turn out to be a better page . These tips will help us all to take advantage of the changes in a positive way .

  18. Reply
    Vikki

    I am very glad to finally be able to read your blog post. I have been having a lot of trouble viewing that videos so thanks for adding one to read. Good info!

  19. Reply
    Deb Herber

    Thanks, Anthony, for this update on Facebooks’ new Timeline!

  27. Reply
    nanci m pritchard

    great; I look fwd to learning more of what all this means, and how to incorporate it; thank you; np

  29. Reply
    Hui

    Thank you Anthony for the information. It was very kind of you for doing that.

  32. Reply
    Kong Sourivong

    Dear Anthony, Yes, I am happy, I am going to learn I never learn before, I am going to get the result I never get before, a specially get to know you and your brother Adrian Morrison.

    Thank you.

    Kong Sourivong

  33. Reply
    John Test

    Thanks again, Anthony, for these valuable tips to use the new style of Facebook. I’ll apply them to my page ASAP.

  34. Reply
    Stanley Ramstead

    I’m so glad you are doing some posting or blogging to inform us. I live in the foothills and have dialup, and cannot yet afford something faster. I really can’t watch your web training videos. It takes for ever to download. For me this is a big help.

    Thank you, stan

  35. Reply
    herbert

    ok thank i’m about to try to put this all this together i have to really scew my head on tight to control my mind from running

  36. Reply
    Keri

    Anthony,
    I sell marykay but not doing good at all. How can I put that as my cover photo?
    Thank You,
    Keri

  38. Reply
    Paulinw Anderson

    Ihave your books and everything but I need help getting ads I have numerouse targets to do what u do but I do not kno how to use mu web page …sorry

  41. Reply
    Masuma

    Hi Anthony. I find the new facebook timeline feature quite confusing. This was quite good. Please keep similar info. coming. Thanks.

  43. Reply
    Kim

    Wow..that was so cool. Very interesting. I really did not know that facebook made it better.

  46. Reply
    Muriel

    I’m a newbie on the computer and still learning. Thanks for the info! Have lots of ideas, just not sure how to use them yet!

  48. Reply
    Jeri Morgan

    Thanks Anthony.More interesting facts, I will certainly rea the info you have provided,.

  50. Reply
    Ann Matthew

    Hi Anthony,
    Well, I am going to have to process this info. I LIKED THE LANDING PAGES. ARE THEY GONE? Did I misunderstand you? I will have to
    Think about how I WANT A COVER PICTURE to work for me. I LIKE PINTEREST. THAT is really neat. Thanks for the update & info.

  52. Reply
    Gordon Chisholm

    As you’ve often said, the internet doesn’t stand still. Thanks for the update, I’ll certainly try putting this to use soon. Again, thanks.

  54. Reply
    Dennis Ward

    Anthony,

    Thanks for sending this to me about Timeline. This is sure to help me!

    Dennis

  55. Reply
    Robert Walker

    Thanks Anthony, this is very helpful to better understand FB changes and the impact to affiliate marketing.

  57. Reply
    erum

    HI Anthony, Very informative… I like your approach and the way you explained. Thanks and have a good day..

  58. Reply
    Ken Gibson

    Can you and should you create a separate Facebook account for ones’ business, or both if possible? If so are there special ones just for businesses? How does this work? Who should i become fans of and why?

  59. Reply
    winston

    anthony this winston thanks for the information given. please help me with some products on my website. winstondennis.com

  63. Reply
    Kermit Williams

    I’m currently utilizing timeline on my facebook page(s) and I think it’s a great as well, tangible feature that organize, save time in searching and over viewing processed data. This is a resourceful message that you (Anthony) sent about facebook timeline.

  64. Reply
    Corky L. Chavers

    Still trying to catch up on my e-mails. Using public computer at library. Mine will be working soon….keep sending info.

    Thanks

    Corky

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    Bruce Frazer

    I actually prefer the new timeline. Way more options with the “Tab” and “Like” in with the Timeline. there is a whole world there because with each TAB you can put a whole website on each TAB….I Love it

  76. Reply
    Dianne Yeager

    I have seen enough of your training to know the value of Facebook and the other Social media (thanks to Adrian). I am learning so much that it is difficult for me know what is Step 1.

  77. Reply
    Elena

    Very innovative tip, even though I have noticed something about it, now that you mention sounds more like real.

  78. Reply
    Luis A. Deleza

    Hello Professor Anthony, thanks for the tip! It is more knowledge to add to this bussiness. We learn something new everyday. GOD SPEED! your student—Luis,

  79. Reply
    Emil

    Anthony,thanks for the great information. It seems to hear it easy but when come to get it work i’m always stuck. Anyway, you have done a great job.

  80. Reply
    Muriel

    Thank you for all the good info! Me, I’m just feeling a little overwhelmed with it all. I’m learning a “new” foreign language. I have your books and some tapes. It’s trying to make it all work. Step by step – “small steps can lead to success.”

  81. Reply
    robert

    Once again, Thank You Anthony!!!
    I haven’t had much time for FB since I started your courses.
    To busy learning matl.
    Keep it coming !!
    ROBERT

  85. Reply
    David Cox

    Thanks, Anthony! You always teach me something new and valuable!

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