How to Delete Facebook Account Permanently

How to Delete Facebook Account Permanently in Mobile and PC

Once users have decided, that they want to delete Facebook or FB Account, then before deleting their account, they have the option to download a copy of their information (like their photos and posts) from Facebook. Because, after  deleting the account , user might not be able to retrieve anything they have added.

Important Considerations Before Deleting Your Facebook Account:

• Account Deletion is Permanent: Once deleted, your account and all associated data cannot be recovered.
• 30-Day Grace Period: Facebook provides a 30-day window during which you can cancel the deletion by logging back into your account.
• Data Backup: If you wish to retain any photos, posts, or messages, ensure you download your data before proceeding with deletion.

Steps to Delete Your Facebook Account on PC

1. Log into Facebook:
• Navigate to Facebook and sign in with your credentials.
2. Access Settings:
• Click on your profile picture located at the top right corner.
• Select Settings & Privacy, then click on Settings.
3. Navigate to Accounts Center:
• In the left-hand menu, click on Accounts Center.
4. Manage Personal Details:
• Within Accounts Center, select Personal details.
5. Account Ownership and Control:
• Click on Account ownership and control.
6. Deactivation or Deletion:
• Choose Deactivation or deletion.
7. Select Account and Confirm Deletion:
• choose that account, which you wish to delete.
• Choose Delete account, then click Continue.
• Follow the on-screen prompts to finalize the deletion process.

Steps to Delete Your Facebook Account on Mobile Devices:

1. Open the Facebook App:
• Launch the Facebook app on your Android or iOS device.
2. Access Settings:
• Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines).
• Scroll down and select Settings & Privacy, then tap on Settings.
3. Navigate to Accounts Center:
• At the top, tap on Accounts Center.
4. Manage Personal Details:
• Tap on Personal details.
5. Account Ownership and Control:
• Select Account ownership and control.
6. Deactivation or Deletion:
• Choose Deactivation or deletion.
7. Select Account and Confirm Deletion:
• Choose that account, which you want to delete.
• Tap on Delete account, then proceed by following the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

How to delete Facebook account permanently

Can users cancel the Facebook account deletion?

Yes one can, but only if it's been less than 30 days since it was initiated the deletion. After 30 days, their account and all their information will be permanently deleted, and they would not be able to retrieve their information.

It may take up to 90 days from the beginning of the deletion process to delete all the things they have posted. While deleting this information by
Facebook, users facebook account is not accessible to other people using Facebook.

Copies of their information may remain after the 90 days in backup storage that Facebook use to recover in the event of a disaster, software error, or other data loss event. It may also keep their information for things like legal issues, terms violations, or harm prevention efforts.

To cancel the account deletion:

Log into the Facebook account within 30 days of deleting the account.

Click Cancel Deletion.

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