Are you ready to say goodbye to Facebook? Find out how to deactivate or permanently delete your Facebook account deactivate or permanently delete it. This decision is not to be taken lightly, but if you've decided it's time to move on without Facebook, we offer a clear guide.
Options for ending your Facebook use
. There are two main options for ending your activities on Facebook: deactivation and permanent deletion. Deactivation is ideal for those who need a break without losing their account for good.
Your profile becomes temporarily invisible, but you can return at any time. Choose permanent deletion if you want to say goodbye to Facebook for good. This option permanently deletes your profile and all related data after a reflection period of 30 days.
Facebook Deactivation Roadmap
- Visit the account deactivation help page on Facebook.
- Log in with your credentials.
- Follow the instructions to deactivate your account, giving you the option to unsubscribe from future emails and keep Messenger active
Facebook Removal Roadmap
- Go to the help page for deleting accounts on Facebook.
- Log in and follow the steps to permanently delete your account.
- After confirmation, your account will be permanently deleted after 30 days. Do you want to cancel the deletion? Then log in within this period and choose cancel.
- It is important to think carefully about the choice between deactivating and deleting. Once deleted, your Facebook account and all its data is forever gone. A deleted account cannot be restored; you can only create a new account if you decide to return to Facebook. Make sure that you take this step with full knowledge of the consequences.