How to Deactivate Your Facebook Account

Deactivation serves as a temporary measure for taking a break from Facebook without permanently losing your account. When you deactivate your Facebook account:

• Your profile becomes invisible to others.
• Friends won’t find you or interact with your content.
• Notifications cease.
• Reactivation is possible by logging back in. Use this option if you need a social media break or want to maintain your data while staying off Facebook temporarily.

 How to deactivate Facebook account On Mobile:

1. Open the Facebook App:
   • Launch the Facebook app on your mobile device.
2. Navigate to Settings:
   • Tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the top-right corner.
   • Select “Settings & Privacy” > “Settings”
   • Select “Account Center.”
3. Deactivate Your Account:
   • Tap “Personal Details.”
   • Tap “Account ownership and control.”
   • Select “Deactivation and Deletion.”
   • Choose “Deactivate Account.”
   • Follow the prompts to confirm your decision.
4. Reason for Deactivation:
   • Facebook will ask for a reason. You can select from options like privacy concerns, temporary break, or other reasons.
5. Confirm Deactivation:
   • Enter your password to confirm the deactivation.
   • Your account will be temporarily deactivated. You can reactivate it anytime by logging back in.

How to deactivate Facebook account On PC (Web Browser):

1. Log In to Facebook:
   • Open your preferred web browser and visit Facebook.
   • Log in using your credentials.
2. Access Settings:
   • Click the downward arrow in the top-right corner.
   • Select “Settings & Privacy”> “Settings.”
   • Select “Account Center.”
3. Deactivate Account:
   • Tap “Personal Details.”
   • Tap “Account ownership and control.”
   • Select “Deactivation and Deletion.”
   • Choose “Deactivate Account.”
   • Follow the prompts to confirm your decision.
4. Reason and Confirmation:
   • Similar to the mobile process, you’ll be asked for a reason.
   • Confirm your decision by entering your password.
5. Temporary Deactivation:
   • Your account will be temporarily deactivated.
   • During this period, your profile won’t be visible to others, and you won’t receive notifications.

Remember that deactivating your account is reversible. If you decide to return to Facebook, simply log in, and your account will be reactivated.

If you like to delete your Facebook account permanently you can read this article about Delete Facebook Account.