how to deactivate facebook?

[Jaideep Singh Tanwar]

I’ve been thinking about taking a break from Facebook for a while, maybe even permanently. I’m not really sure how to go about deleting my account safely without losing all my data or messing up anything else. Has anyone done this recently? Can someone guide me step by step on how to delete a Facebook account and maybe how to back up important info before doing it?

 

[oliviaa]

To deactivate Facebook temporarily:

1. Touch the button in the upper right corner ☰, select the Settings → Privacy section.
2. On the Facebook website, go to the Account Settings and Dynamics by selecting menu at the top-right corner and then go to ‘Your Facebook Information’ and click on Deactivation.
3. Select the option “Continue to Account Deactivation”.
4. Enter password and confirm.

 

[rebeccareed]

I went through this a few months ago. If you just want a break, you can deactivate instead of deleting it keeps your data safe and you can reactivate anytime. Go to Settings > Your Facebook Information > Deactivation and Deletion, then choose “Deactivate Account.”

If you want to delete permanently, Facebook gives you the option there too. Before deleting, click Download Your Information so you can save photos, messages, and posts. It takes a while depending on how active you are, but it’s worth it if you don’t want to lose memories.

 

[Lisa]

I deactivated mine last year for a month because I was feeling overwhelmed. Honestly, it was kinda nice not seeing everyone’s drama lol. You don’t lose anything permanently unless you choose deletion. I downloaded my photos just in case it was super easy.

Just remember, after deletion, it takes 30 days to actually remove your account, so if you log back in during that time, it cancels the process.

 

[captainghost]

Honestly, Facebook is like a black hole. Once you’re in, it sucks hours out of your life . I tried deactivating but ended up reactivating after a week FOMO is real.

Backup tip: Download your stuff first or you’ll regret losing those embarrassing old photos. Trust me, I still laugh at some of my old posts.

 

[jimmy]

Why even bother deleting? Just deactivate. You’ll probably come back anyway.

 

[jameswill8520]

Nope, I needed a full break. Deactivating felt like a tease. Permanent deletion was liberating.

 

[ethanwalker]

One thing I learned: if you have apps linked to your Facebook account, make sure you update login info before deleting, or you could lose access to stuff like Spotify, Tinder, or games.

Step summary:

1. Download your data (Settings > Your Facebook Information > Download Your Information).
2. Decide: deactivate or delete.
3. Follow the prompts (deletion takes 30 days to finalize).
4. Log out and don’t log in again if deleting.