How to Deactivate a Facebook Account

Deactivating your Facebook account temporarily hides your profile, posts, and content while keeping your data intact for future reactivation. Follow these steps to deactivate your account:

Steps to Deactivate Your Facebook Account:

On Desktop:

1. Log in to Your Facebook Account:
   Open www.facebook.com and sign in with your credentials.
2. Access Settings & Privacy:
   Click your profile picture in the top-right corner, then select Settings & Privacy > Settings.
3. Go to Account Settings:
   In the left panel, select Your Facebook Information.
4. Select Deactivation and Deletion:
   Click Deactivation and Deletion, then choose Deactivate Account.
5. Follow the On-Screen Instructions:
   Click Continue to Account Deactivation and follow the prompts to confirm.

On Mobile (Facebook App):

1. Open the Facebook App:
   Launch the Facebook app and log in.
2. Go to Settings:
   Tap the Menu (three horizontal lines) icon and select Settings & Privacy > Settings.
3. Navigate to Your Information:
   Scroll down and select Access and Control.
4. Select Deactivation and Deletion:
   Choose Deactivate Account and follow the instructions to confirm.

Deactivating your Facebook account allows you to take a break from the platform without permanently deleting your data.