How to Deactivate Facebook Account 2025

How to Deactivate Facebook Account?

Facebook user can deactivate their Facebook (FB) Account temporarily and choose to come back whenever they want. One can think about this option only when they think that they are not going to use the Facebook account for few days.

What Happens When You Deactivate Your Facebook Account?

Before proceeding, it is very important to understand what facebook deactivation means:

• Your facebook profile, posts, and comments will be hidden from other users.
• You will be able to still use Messenger (unless you disable it separately).
• Your name may be shown in friends' lists and messages that you have sent.
• You have the option of reactivating your account anytime, just by logging in again.

Now, let’s learn step by step to deactivate your Facebook account.

How to deactivate your Facebook account temporarily on PC

1. Open Facebook: Go to Facebook.com and log into your account.
2. Access Settings: Tap on your profile picture (top-right corner) and choose "Settings & Privacy" > "Settings."
3. Navigate to Account Settings: In the left menu, click "Accounts Centre" > "Personal Details."
4. Select Deactivation & Deletion: Tap on "Account Ownership and Control" and then select "Deactivation or Deletion."
5. Choose Deactivate Account: Select “Deactivate Account” and click "Continue."
6. Enter Your Password: Facebook may ask for your password for security reasons. Enter it and proceed.
7. Follow Final Steps: Choose a reason for deactivation and decide whether to keep using Messenger.
8. Confirm Deactivation: Click "Continue" and then "Deactivate My Account."

Your Facebook account is now deactivated. You can reactivate it anytime by simply logging in.

 

How to Deactivate Facebook Account on Mobile (Android & iPhone)

1. Open Facebook App: Launch the Facebook app on your mobile device.
2. Go to Settings: Tap the three horizontal lines (menu button) in the top-right corner (Android) or bottom-right corner (iPhone).
3. Select Settings & Privacy: Tap "Settings & Privacy" > "Settings."
4. Go to Accounts Center: Scroll down and tap "Accounts Center" under "Meta."
5. Select Personal Details: Tap "Personal Details" > "Account Ownership and Control."
6. Choose Deactivation & Deletion: Tap "Deactivation or Deletion."
7. Select Deactivate Account: Choose your account and select “Deactivate Account.”
8. Follow the Prompts: Enter your password, choose a reason, and decide whether to keep Messenger active.
9. Confirm Deactivation: Tap "Continue" and then "Deactivate My Account."

Your Facebook account is now deactivated on mobile. To reactivate, just log in again.

Other thing might also happen when your Facebook account is deactivated?

People cannot see your profile.

There would be few information’s, like messages you sent to your friends, might still be visible.

People who are your friends in fb may still see your name in their friends list. Only fb friends can see.

Admin of Facebook Group still be able to see your likes, posts and comments, along with your name.

Facebook Pages which you have access or control will also be get deactivated. People will not see your Facebook page or find your fb page if your fb account is deactivated. If you want, then you can give control to someone else of your Facebook page. In this way you can deactivate your Facebook page without deactivating the page.

How to Reactivate your Facebook account?

After few days or month you thought to login on Facebook, after you've deactivated your Facebook account, you can reactivate your Facebook account at any time by login back into your Facebook account. One thing is there, you will need to have access to the email or mobile number you used to logged into, to complete the reactivation.

If you are having full access or control of a deactivated facebook Page, then you can reactivate your facebook page after you reactivate your Facebook account.

FAQs on Facebook Account Deactivation

1. Can I still use Messenger after deactivating my account?

Yes, you can continue using Messenger unless you specifically deactivate it.

2. Will my friends know I deactivated my account?

No, your profile will disappear, but your messages in group chats may still be visible.

3. Can I reactivate my account anytime?

Yes, simply log in with your email and password, and your account will be reactivated.

4. What’s the difference between deactivation and deletion?

• Deactivation: Temporary; you can return anytime.
• Deletion: Permanent; all data is erased after 30 days.

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