How to delete Facebook account

Facebook lets you permanently delete your account from the account deletion page. Download a copy of your information first

Social platforms such as Facebook connect people through updates, messages, photos, videos, and other content. Your account may contain personal information, activity history, and preferences.

Facebook is used to connect, communicate, and share experiences online. Common uses include:

Connecting with friends: Keep in touch with family, friends, and colleagues.
Sharing content: Post updates, photos, videos, or stories.
Messaging: Send private messages, voice notes, or join group chats.
Community engagement: Join groups, events, and discussions.
Entertainment: Discover videos, live streams, games, and trending content.
Professional networking: Build a network or promote business activities.

People may decide to delete or deactivate Facebook because of privacy concerns, security risks, excessive screen time, platform migration, or unwanted and outdated content.

1. Log in to your Facebook account.
2. Open Account Settings, Privacy, or Security.
3. Look for Delete Account, Deactivate Account, or Close Account.
4. Complete any password, identity, or email verification prompts.
5. Download important messages, photos, videos, and posts.
6. Confirm your decision.
7. Monitor your email for confirmation and observe any recovery grace period.

Deleting Facebook may remove messages, posts, media, and activity history. Back up important content, review linked apps and subscriptions, remove payment methods where possible, and check Facebook's privacy policy for data-retention details.