Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account

To permanently delete your Facebook account, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Facebook Accounts Center.
2. Click on “Delete Account” and follow the instructions to confirm the deletion.

Deactivating Your Facebook Account Temporarily

If you prefer to temporarily deactivate your Facebook account, you can follow these steps:

From a browser:

1. Log in to Facebook.
2. Click on your profile picture and select “Settings & privacy.”
3. Go to “Settings” > “Privacy” > “Your Facebook information.”
4. Scroll down and click on “Deactivation and deletion.”
5. Confirm your choice and enter your password to deactivate your account.

From the iPhone app:

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Tap the menu (three lines) and go to “Settings & Privacy.”
3. Select “Settings” > “Access and control.”
4. Tap “Deactivation and deletion” > “Deactivate account” and enter your password to confirm.

From the Android app:

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Tap your profile picture and select “Settings & privacy.”
3. Go to “Settings” > “Access and control.”
4. Tap “Deactivation and deletion” > “Deactivate account” and enter your password to confirm.

Deleting Your Facebook Account Permanently

If you want to delete your Facebook account permanently, here’s how you can do it:

From a browser:

1. Log in to Facebook.
2. Click on your profile picture and select “Settings & privacy.”
3. Go to “Settings” > “Privacy” > “Your Facebook information.”
4. Click on “Deactivation and deletion.”
5. Select “Delete account” and follow the instructions to permanently delete your account.

From the iPhone app:

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Tap the menu (three lines) and go to “Settings & Privacy.”
3. Select “Settings” > “Access and control.”
4. Tap “Deactivation and deletion” > “Delete account” and enter your password to confirm.

From the Android app:

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Tap the menu (three lines) and select “Settings & privacy.”
3. Go to “Settings” > “Access and control.”
4. Tap “Deactivation and deletion” > “Delete account” and enter your password to confirm.

Sources:

• Facebook Help Center: Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account
• AVG Signal: How to Deactivate or Delete Your Facebook Account
• Malwarebytes Labs: How to Deactivate or Delete Your Facebook Account

FAQs

How can I permanently delete my Facebook account?

To permanently delete your Facebook account, go to the Facebook Accounts Center and click on “Delete Account.” Follow the instructions provided to confirm the deletion.

Can I temporarily deactivate my Facebook account?

Yes, you can temporarily deactivate your Facebook account. To do this, log in to Facebook and navigate to your account settings. From there, you can choose to deactivate your account and follow the prompts to confirm.

What happens when I deactivate my Facebook account?

When you deactivate your Facebook account, your profile and all associated information will be temporarily hidden from other users. However, your data will still be stored by Facebook and can be reactivated by logging back in.

Is it possible to reactivate a deactivated Facebook account?

Yes, you can reactivate a deactivated Facebook account by simply logging back in with your credentials. Once you log in, your account will be restored along with all its previous information.

Can I retrieve my data after permanently deleting my Facebook account?

No, once you have permanently deleted your Facebook account, you will not be able to retrieve any of your data. It is important to back up any important information before proceeding with the deletion.

Will deleting my Facebook account remove all my posts and photos?

Yes, deleting your Facebook account will remove all your posts, photos, and other content associated with your account. This includes any comments or interactions you have made on other users’ posts.

Can I delete my Facebook account from the mobile app?

Yes, you can delete your Facebook account from the mobile app. Simply access the account settings within the app and follow the steps to permanently delete your account.

Are there any alternatives to deleting my Facebook account?

If you are looking to take a break from Facebook without permanently deleting your account, you can choose to deactivate it temporarily. This allows you to reactivate your account at a later time if you decide to return. Additionally, you can adjust your privacy settings and limit your online presence on the platform.