The Complete Guide: How to Delete Your Facebook Account in Simple Steps

Before You Delete Your Account

1. Backup Your Data: If you have photos, videos, or important information you want to keep, be sure to download your Facebook data before deleting your account. Here’s how:
   • Log in to your Facebook account.
   • Click on the downward arrow in the top right corner and select Settings & Privacy, then Settings.
   • In the left-hand menu, click on Your Facebook Information.
   • Select Download Your Information and choose what data you want to save. Click Create File to initiate the download.
2. Consider Deactivating: If you’re unsure about permanently deleting your account, you might want to consider deactivating it instead. This allows you to take a break while retaining your data and friends.

How to Delete Your Facebook Account

You can delete your Facebook account using either a web browser or the mobile app. Here’s how to do it using both methods:

Method 1: Delete Your Account via Web Browser

1. Log into Your Facebook Account:
   • Go to the Facebook website (www.facebook.com) and log in using your credentials.
2. Access Settings:
   • Click on the downward arrow in the top right corner of the page.
   • Select Settings & Privacy, then click on Settings.
3. Go to Your Facebook Information:
   • In the left-hand menu, click on Your Facebook Information.
4. Select Deactivation and Deletion:
   • Click on Deactivation and Deletion.
   • Choose Permanently Delete Account, then click Continue to Account Deletion.
5. Follow the Prompts:
   • Read through the information provided about account deletion, then click Continue.
6. Enter Your Password:
   • You will be prompted to enter your password to confirm your identity.
7. Click on “Delete Account”:
   • Finally, click the Delete Account button. A confirmation message will appear, and you will be prompted to confirm your decision.
8. Account Deletion Initiated:
   • Your account is now scheduled for deletion. Facebook will take 30 days to complete the process. If you log back in during this period, your account will be reactivated.

Method 2: Delete Your Account via the Facebook App

1. Open the Facebook App:
   • Launch the Facebook app on your mobile device.
2. Access Settings:
   • Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu) in the top right corner (Android) or bottom right corner (iOS).
   • Scroll down and select Settings & Privacy, then tap on Settings.
3. Go to Your Facebook Information:
   • Tap on Your Facebook Information.
4. Select Deactivation and Deletion:
   • Tap on Deactivation and Deletion.
   • Choose Permanently Delete Account, then tap Continue to Account Deletion.
5. Follow the Prompts:
   • Review the information about deleting your account, then tap Continue.
6. Enter Your Password:
   • Enter your password to confirm your identity.
7. Click on “Delete Account”:
   • Tap the Delete Account button to finalize the process.
8. Account Deletion Initiated:
   • Just like with the web browser method, your account will be scheduled for deletion within 30 days.

Temporarily Deactivating Your Facebook Account

If you prefer to take a break rather than delete your account permanently, you can deactivate it. Here’s how:

1. Log into Your Facebook Account.
2. Go to Settings and select Your Facebook Information.
3. Choose Deactivation and Deletion.
4. Select Deactivate Account and click Continue to Account Deactivation.
5. Follow the Prompts and enter your password to confirm.

A Quick Review

Deleting your Facebook account can be done in just a few simple steps, whether you choose to do it via a web browser or the mobile app. Remember to back up your data if you wish to keep it, and consider deactivation as a less permanent alternative. If you ever decide to return to Facebook, you can always create a new account. Enjoy your time away from social media!