Let's figure out how to delete a Facebook account or temporarily deactivate it from your phone or computer.

Why do people delete Facebook? For some, it's about privacy, for others it's about digital detox, rebranding, or a desire to hang out less in the feed. It is not difficult to remove it, but it is better to understand the consequences in advance: what will disappear forever and what can be preserved. The article contains simple steps on how to temporarily "freeze" a profile (deactivation) or delete the page completely. Let's explain the difference between the options, what will happen to photos, posts and correspondence in Messenger, and when access can still be returned. Finally, there are backup tips and a short FAQ. Suitable for both beginners and those who have been running the page for a long time.

What happens after I delete my Facebook account?

Being removed from Facebook doesn't have to be done "with the ends." At first, you can simply pause and deactivate the profile. Then the page and name will disappear from the search, the posts will be hidden, and the correspondence of the interlocutors will remain. Have you changed your mind? Go back in and everything will come back.

If the decision is final, a full deletion request is triggered. After confirmation, the profile goes into a "waiting period" for 30 days.During these days, the profile can be returned - go under the same data and cancel the deletion: the page, photos and content will open again. After the expiration of the period, permanent deletion starts: publications, photos and videos are deleted, reactions and comments disappear, access to related services is closed. You can't log in to Messenger after deletion, and when you deactivate the correspondence, the interlocutors still have them. In case of administration of different pages, appoint other administrators, because after deleting the account, access to such pages will be lost.

How to delete a Facebook account from a computer

1. Log in to facebook.com  and log in to your account.
2. Click on your avatar in the top right corner of the → "Settings & Privacy" → "Settings."
3. In the left column, go to "Your Facebook Information" (sometimes inside "Privacy") → "Account Management."
4. Select "Deactivate & Delete" → "Delete Account" → "Continue Account Deletion."
5. If you wish, download a copy of the data (the "Upload information" button), then confirm the action with a password.

Tip: The names of the items may vary slightly depending on the interface version, but the key path always leads to "Your Facebook Information" → "Deactivation and Deletion".

What is the difference between deactivation and full removal?

 Deactivation is a temporary disabling of your profile: your profile and posts are hidden, you are no longer displayed in the search, but the data is preserved, and when you log in, you can instantly regain access. Conversations in Messenger remain visible. Complete deletion is the final measure: after starting the deletion, you are given 30 days, during which you can cancel the procedure by simply logging in.

This guide will come in handy if you want to delete your Facebook profile step by step or, conversely, temporarily pause it. Before you say goodbye to your account, download a copy of the data and check if you are the only admin of business pages or groups — so you don't lose access to them. Removal from a computer can be done in any modern browser; The names of the items in the menu may be slightly different, but the logic is the same.

How to delete an account through the app

Below is a brief diagram  of how to delete an account from your phone through the official application.

1. Open Facebook and log in to your profile.
2. Menu (three bars) → Settings & Privacy → Settings.
3. "Accounts Center" → "Personal Information" → "Ownership and Control".
4. Click "Deactivate or Delete," then select "Delete Account."
5. Confirm the action with a password and follow the prompts on the screen.

What is the difference between navigation on Android and iOS? On Android, the menu usually opens with an icon in the upper right corner, and on iOS, it is opened with a "three bars" button in the lower right corner. The names of the items are the same, but the order of the sections may vary slightly depending on the version of the app: if you don't find "Account Center" in "Settings", use the settings search. Deactivation temporarily hides the profile and content and will allow you to return with one login; A complete deletion starts a 30-day waiting period after which recovery will no longer be possible.

Before deleting a Facebook page through the app, we recommend that you save a copy of the data and check the permissions to the managed pages and groups. If you administer a business page, appoint a different administrator in advance — after deleting the account, access may be lost. The procedure is the same for smartphones and tablets; the differences only concern the location of the menus and icons after interface updates.

Important points and risks

Deleting a profile is a big decision because after 30 days of waiting, the data is permanently erased. This is the main item from the list of "risks of deleting an account": publications, photos, videos, reactions and comments disappear, and access to the linked services is terminated. You can restore your account only within 30 days: just log in with the same data and cancel the request. After the expiration of the period, it is no longer possible to return the profile.

Pay attention to the ligaments. If your account was used to log in to third-party apps ("Sign in with Facebook"), you may lose access after deletion, so change your login method beforehand. Messenger won't work; The correspondence of the interlocutors is saved, but you will no longer be able to write. When linking with Instagram through the Accounts Center, there may be restrictions on cross-posting and ad management.

Before  you take down your Facebook profile, download an archive of your data ("Your Facebook Information"), export important photos and contacts, check your rights to pages and groups: if you're the only admin, assign a replacement. If you have a business account, check your Ads Manager and pixels before deleting it: check who has access,  Add a "spare" admin and download reports — this way you won't lose analytics.

How to restore your account after deletion

You have 30 days to change your mind and return the profile. Do this:

1. Open Facebook (website or app) and log in with the same email/phone and password.
2. On the warning screen, tap "Undo Delete" and confirm.
3. If two-factor protection is enabled, enter the code from the app/SMS or one of the backup codes.

After confirmation, the profile, pages, and access to services return. If 2FA is active, a backup code or login from a previously trusted device will help.

After 30 days, the process is irreversible — it is no longer possible to return the profile. In this case, all you have to do is register a new one and set it up from scratch.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Facebook account?

You can delete a profile in a couple of steps. Open Facebook (website or app), go to Settings & Privacy → Settings, then Accounts Center, → Personal Information → Ownership & Control, → Deactivate or Delete. Select an action and confirm — done.

Hint: the names of the items may be slightly different, the logic of the path is the same.

Can I temporarily deactivate a profile instead of deleting it?

Yes. Deactivation hides the page and content, but preserves the data; You can return with one entrance. A complete deletion starts a 30-day period after which the profile disappears permanently.

Forgot your password, but want to delete the page?

First, regain access: click "Forgot your password?", select e-mail or phone. There is 2FA – use backup codes or log in from a trusted device. Once you're signed in, open the Accounts Center → Personal Information → Ownership and Control → Deactivate or Delete and complete the deletion.

Where can I find instructions for different devices?

For step-by-step diagrams for desktop and mobile apps, see the sections above. If you don't find the item you need, use the settings search and type: "Ownership and control" or "Deactivation and removal". The names on the menu may be slightly different — this is normal.

Is it possible to get the data back after deleting a Facebook account?

Yes, within 30 days, log in and click "Undo Delete" — that's the profile restore. After the deadline, the data cannot be returned.

Conclusion

Deleting an account is a serious step that requires you to think about the consequences in advance and prepare. If in doubt, start with deactivation: your profile and posts will be hidden, and you can return with one login. Before the final step, export the archive with data, transfer important contacts, and check access to pages and advertising tools. When you decide to delete your profile, follow the instructions for your computer or app and be aware of the 30-day period in which you can cancel the procedure. After it ends, it cannot be restored, and the content will be permanently erased. Back up photos and conversations if they are important to you.

Let's figure out how to delete a Facebook account or temporarily deactivate it from your phone or computer.

Why do people delete Facebook? For some, it's about privacy, for others it's about digital detox, rebranding, or a desire to hang out less in the feed. It is not difficult to remove it, but it is better to understand the consequences in advance: what will disappear forever and what can be preserved. The article contains simple steps on how to temporarily "freeze" a profile (deactivation) or delete the page completely. Let's explain the difference between the options, what will happen to photos, posts and correspondence in Messenger, and when access can still be returned. Finally, there are backup tips and a short FAQ. Suitable for both beginners and those who have been running the page for a long time.

What happens after I delete my Facebook account?

Being removed from Facebook doesn't have to be done "with the ends." At first, you can simply pause and deactivate the profile. Then the page and name will disappear from the search, the posts will be hidden, and the correspondence of the interlocutors will remain. Have you changed your mind? Go back in and everything will come back.

If the decision is final, a full deletion request is triggered. After confirmation, the profile goes into a "waiting period" for 30 days.During these days, the profile can be returned - go under the same data and cancel the deletion: the page, photos and content will open again. After the expiration of the period, permanent deletion starts: publications, photos and videos are deleted, reactions and comments disappear, access to related services is closed. You can't log in to Messenger after deletion, and when you deactivate the correspondence, the interlocutors still have them. In case of administration of different pages, appoint other administrators, because after deleting the account, access to such pages will be lost.

How to delete a Facebook account from a computer

1. Log in to facebook.com  and log in to your account.
2. Click on your avatar in the top right corner of the → "Settings & Privacy" → "Settings."
3. In the left column, go to "Your Facebook Information" (sometimes inside "Privacy") → "Account Management."
4. Select "Deactivate & Delete" → "Delete Account" → "Continue Account Deletion."
5. If you wish, download a copy of the data (the "Upload information" button), then confirm the action with a password.

Tip: The names of the items may vary slightly depending on the interface version, but the key path always leads to "Your Facebook Information" → "Deactivation and Deletion".

What is the difference between deactivation and full removal?

 Deactivation is a temporary disabling of your profile: your profile and posts are hidden, you are no longer displayed in the search, but the data is preserved, and when you log in, you can instantly regain access. Conversations in Messenger remain visible. Complete deletion is the final measure: after starting the deletion, you are given 30 days, during which you can cancel the procedure by simply logging in.

This guide will come in handy if you want to delete your Facebook profile step by step or, conversely, temporarily pause it. Before you say goodbye to your account, download a copy of the data and check if you are the only admin of business pages or groups — so you don't lose access to them. Removal from a computer can be done in any modern browser; The names of the items in the menu may be slightly different, but the logic is the same.

How to delete an account through the app

Below is a brief diagram  of how to delete an account from your phone through the official application.

1. Open Facebook and log in to your profile.
2. Menu (three bars) → Settings & Privacy → Settings.
3. "Accounts Center" → "Personal Information" → "Ownership and Control".
4. Click "Deactivate or Delete," then select "Delete Account."
5. Confirm the action with a password and follow the prompts on the screen.

What is the difference between navigation on Android and iOS? On Android, the menu usually opens with an icon in the upper right corner, and on iOS, it is opened with a "three bars" button in the lower right corner. The names of the items are the same, but the order of the sections may vary slightly depending on the version of the app: if you don't find "Account Center" in "Settings", use the settings search. Deactivation temporarily hides the profile and content and will allow you to return with one login; A complete deletion starts a 30-day waiting period after which recovery will no longer be possible.

Before deleting a Facebook page through the app, we recommend that you save a copy of the data and check the permissions to the managed pages and groups. If you administer a business page, appoint a different administrator in advance — after deleting the account, access may be lost. The procedure is the same for smartphones and tablets; the differences only concern the location of the menus and icons after interface updates.

Important points and risks

Deleting a profile is a big decision because after 30 days of waiting, the data is permanently erased. This is the main item from the list of "risks of deleting an account": publications, photos, videos, reactions and comments disappear, and access to the linked services is terminated. You can restore your account only within 30 days: just log in with the same data and cancel the request. After the expiration of the period, it is no longer possible to return the profile.

Pay attention to the ligaments. If your account was used to log in to third-party apps ("Sign in with Facebook"), you may lose access after deletion, so change your login method beforehand. Messenger won't work; The correspondence of the interlocutors is saved, but you will no longer be able to write. When linking with Instagram through the Accounts Center, there may be restrictions on cross-posting and ad management.

Before  you take down your Facebook profile, download an archive of your data ("Your Facebook Information"), export important photos and contacts, check your rights to pages and groups: if you're the only admin, assign a replacement. If you have a business account, check your Ads Manager and pixels before deleting it: check who has access,  Add a "spare" admin and download reports — this way you won't lose analytics.

How to restore your account after deletion

You have 30 days to change your mind and return the profile. Do this:

1. Open Facebook (website or app) and log in with the same email/phone and password.
2. On the warning screen, tap "Undo Delete" and confirm.
3. If two-factor protection is enabled, enter the code from the app/SMS or one of the backup codes.

After confirmation, the profile, pages, and access to services return. If 2FA is active, a backup code or login from a previously trusted device will help.

After 30 days, the process is irreversible — it is no longer possible to return the profile. In this case, all you have to do is register a new one and set it up from scratch.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Facebook account?

You can delete a profile in a couple of steps. Open Facebook (website or app), go to Settings & Privacy → Settings, then Accounts Center, → Personal Information → Ownership & Control, → Deactivate or Delete. Select an action and confirm — done.

Hint: the names of the items may be slightly different, the logic of the path is the same.

Can I temporarily deactivate a profile instead of deleting it?

Yes. Deactivation hides the page and content, but preserves the data; You can return with one entrance. A complete deletion starts a 30-day period after which the profile disappears permanently.

Forgot your password, but want to delete the page?

First, regain access: click "Forgot your password?", select e-mail or phone. There is 2FA – use backup codes or log in from a trusted device. Once you're signed in, open the Accounts Center → Personal Information → Ownership and Control → Deactivate or Delete and complete the deletion.

Where can I find instructions for different devices?

For step-by-step diagrams for desktop and mobile apps, see the sections above. If you don't find the item you need, use the settings search and type: "Ownership and control" or "Deactivation and removal". The names on the menu may be slightly different — this is normal.

Is it possible to get the data back after deleting a Facebook account?

Yes, within 30 days, log in and click "Undo Delete" — that's the profile restore. After the deadline, the data cannot be returned.

Conclusion

Deleting an account is a serious step that requires you to think about the consequences in advance and prepare. If in doubt, start with deactivation: your profile and posts will be hidden, and you can return with one login. Before the final step, export the archive with data, transfer important contacts, and check access to pages and advertising tools. When you decide to delete your profile, follow the instructions for your computer or app and be aware of the 30-day period in which you can cancel the procedure. After it ends, it cannot be restored, and the content will be permanently erased. Back up photos and conversations if they are important to you.

Let's figure out how to delete a Facebook account or temporarily deactivate it from your phone or computer.

Why do people delete Facebook? For some, it's about privacy, for others it's about digital detox, rebranding, or a desire to hang out less in the feed. It is not difficult to remove it, but it is better to understand the consequences in advance: what will disappear forever and what can be preserved. The article contains simple steps on how to temporarily "freeze" a profile (deactivation) or delete the page completely. Let's explain the difference between the options, what will happen to photos, posts and correspondence in Messenger, and when access can still be returned. Finally, there are backup tips and a short FAQ. Suitable for both beginners and those who have been running the page for a long time.

What happens after I delete my Facebook account?

Being removed from Facebook doesn't have to be done "with the ends." At first, you can simply pause and deactivate the profile. Then the page and name will disappear from the search, the posts will be hidden, and the correspondence of the interlocutors will remain. Have you changed your mind? Go back in and everything will come back.

If the decision is final, a full deletion request is triggered. After confirmation, the profile goes into a "waiting period" for 30 days.During these days, the profile can be returned - go under the same data and cancel the deletion: the page, photos and content will open again. After the expiration of the period, permanent deletion starts: publications, photos and videos are deleted, reactions and comments disappear, access to related services is closed. You can't log in to Messenger after deletion, and when you deactivate the correspondence, the interlocutors still have them. In case of administration of different pages, appoint other administrators, because after deleting the account, access to such pages will be lost.

How to delete a Facebook account from a computer

1. Log in to facebook.com  and log in to your account.
2. Click on your avatar in the top right corner of the → "Settings & Privacy" → "Settings."
3. In the left column, go to "Your Facebook Information" (sometimes inside "Privacy") → "Account Management."
4. Select "Deactivate & Delete" → "Delete Account" → "Continue Account Deletion."
5. If you wish, download a copy of the data (the "Upload information" button), then confirm the action with a password.

Tip: The names of the items may vary slightly depending on the interface version, but the key path always leads to "Your Facebook Information" → "Deactivation and Deletion".

What is the difference between deactivation and full removal?

 Deactivation is a temporary disabling of your profile: your profile and posts are hidden, you are no longer displayed in the search, but the data is preserved, and when you log in, you can instantly regain access. Conversations in Messenger remain visible. Complete deletion is the final measure: after starting the deletion, you are given 30 days, during which you can cancel the procedure by simply logging in.

This guide will come in handy if you want to delete your Facebook profile step by step or, conversely, temporarily pause it. Before you say goodbye to your account, download a copy of the data and check if you are the only admin of business pages or groups — so you don't lose access to them. Removal from a computer can be done in any modern browser; The names of the items in the menu may be slightly different, but the logic is the same.

How to delete an account through the app

Below is a brief diagram  of how to delete an account from your phone through the official application.

1. Open Facebook and log in to your profile.
2. Menu (three bars) → Settings & Privacy → Settings.
3. "Accounts Center" → "Personal Information" → "Ownership and Control".
4. Click "Deactivate or Delete," then select "Delete Account."
5. Confirm the action with a password and follow the prompts on the screen.

What is the difference between navigation on Android and iOS? On Android, the menu usually opens with an icon in the upper right corner, and on iOS, it is opened with a "three bars" button in the lower right corner. The names of the items are the same, but the order of the sections may vary slightly depending on the version of the app: if you don't find "Account Center" in "Settings", use the settings search. Deactivation temporarily hides the profile and content and will allow you to return with one login; A complete deletion starts a 30-day waiting period after which recovery will no longer be possible.

Before deleting a Facebook page through the app, we recommend that you save a copy of the data and check the permissions to the managed pages and groups. If you administer a business page, appoint a different administrator in advance — after deleting the account, access may be lost. The procedure is the same for smartphones and tablets; the differences only concern the location of the menus and icons after interface updates.

Important points and risks

Deleting a profile is a big decision because after 30 days of waiting, the data is permanently erased. This is the main item from the list of "risks of deleting an account": publications, photos, videos, reactions and comments disappear, and access to the linked services is terminated. You can restore your account only within 30 days: just log in with the same data and cancel the request. After the expiration of the period, it is no longer possible to return the profile.

Pay attention to the ligaments. If your account was used to log in to third-party apps ("Sign in with Facebook"), you may lose access after deletion, so change your login method beforehand. Messenger won't work; The correspondence of the interlocutors is saved, but you will no longer be able to write. When linking with Instagram through the Accounts Center, there may be restrictions on cross-posting and ad management.

Before  you take down your Facebook profile, download an archive of your data ("Your Facebook Information"), export important photos and contacts, check your rights to pages and groups: if you're the only admin, assign a replacement. If you have a business account, check your Ads Manager and pixels before deleting it: check who has access,  Add a "spare" admin and download reports — this way you won't lose analytics.

How to restore your account after deletion

You have 30 days to change your mind and return the profile. Do this:

1. Open Facebook (website or app) and log in with the same email/phone and password.
2. On the warning screen, tap "Undo Delete" and confirm.
3. If two-factor protection is enabled, enter the code from the app/SMS or one of the backup codes.

After confirmation, the profile, pages, and access to services return. If 2FA is active, a backup code or login from a previously trusted device will help.

After 30 days, the process is irreversible — it is no longer possible to return the profile. In this case, all you have to do is register a new one and set it up from scratch.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Facebook account?

You can delete a profile in a couple of steps. Open Facebook (website or app), go to Settings & Privacy → Settings, then Accounts Center, → Personal Information → Ownership & Control, → Deactivate or Delete. Select an action and confirm — done.

Hint: the names of the items may be slightly different, the logic of the path is the same.

Can I temporarily deactivate a profile instead of deleting it?

Yes. Deactivation hides the page and content, but preserves the data; You can return with one entrance. A complete deletion starts a 30-day period after which the profile disappears permanently.

Forgot your password, but want to delete the page?

First, regain access: click "Forgot your password?", select e-mail or phone. There is 2FA – use backup codes or log in from a trusted device. Once you're signed in, open the Accounts Center → Personal Information → Ownership and Control → Deactivate or Delete and complete the deletion.

Where can I find instructions for different devices?

For step-by-step diagrams for desktop and mobile apps, see the sections above. If you don't find the item you need, use the settings search and type: "Ownership and control" or "Deactivation and removal". The names on the menu may be slightly different — this is normal.

Is it possible to get the data back after deleting a Facebook account?

Yes, within 30 days, log in and click "Undo Delete" — that's the profile restore. After the deadline, the data cannot be returned.

Conclusion

Deleting an account is a serious step that requires you to think about the consequences in advance and prepare. If in doubt, start with deactivation: your profile and posts will be hidden, and you can return with one login. Before the final step, export the archive with data, transfer important contacts, and check access to pages and advertising tools. When you decide to delete your profile, follow the instructions for your computer or app and be aware of the 30-day period in which you can cancel the procedure. After it ends, it cannot be restored, and the content will be permanently erased. Back up photos and conversations if they are important to you.

Let's figure out how to delete a Facebook account or temporarily deactivate it from your phone or computer.

Why do people delete Facebook? For some, it's about privacy, for others it's about digital detox, rebranding, or a desire to hang out less in the feed. It is not difficult to remove it, but it is better to understand the consequences in advance: what will disappear forever and what can be preserved. The article contains simple steps on how to temporarily "freeze" a profile (deactivation) or delete the page completely. Let's explain the difference between the options, what will happen to photos, posts and correspondence in Messenger, and when access can still be returned. Finally, there are backup tips and a short FAQ. Suitable for both beginners and those who have been running the page for a long time.

What happens after I delete my Facebook account?

Being removed from Facebook doesn't have to be done "with the ends." At first, you can simply pause and deactivate the profile. Then the page and name will disappear from the search, the posts will be hidden, and the correspondence of the interlocutors will remain. Have you changed your mind? Go back in and everything will come back.

If the decision is final, a full deletion request is triggered. After confirmation, the profile goes into a "waiting period" for 30 days.During these days, the profile can be returned - go under the same data and cancel the deletion: the page, photos and content will open again. After the expiration of the period, permanent deletion starts: publications, photos and videos are deleted, reactions and comments disappear, access to related services is closed. You can't log in to Messenger after deletion, and when you deactivate the correspondence, the interlocutors still have them. In case of administration of different pages, appoint other administrators, because after deleting the account, access to such pages will be lost.

How to delete a Facebook account from a computer

1. Log in to facebook.com  and log in to your account.
2. Click on your avatar in the top right corner of the → "Settings & Privacy" → "Settings."
3. In the left column, go to "Your Facebook Information" (sometimes inside "Privacy") → "Account Management."
4. Select "Deactivate & Delete" → "Delete Account" → "Continue Account Deletion."
5. If you wish, download a copy of the data (the "Upload information" button), then confirm the action with a password.

Tip: The names of the items may vary slightly depending on the interface version, but the key path always leads to "Your Facebook Information" → "Deactivation and Deletion".

What is the difference between deactivation and full removal?

 Deactivation is a temporary disabling of your profile: your profile and posts are hidden, you are no longer displayed in the search, but the data is preserved, and when you log in, you can instantly regain access. Conversations in Messenger remain visible. Complete deletion is the final measure: after starting the deletion, you are given 30 days, during which you can cancel the procedure by simply logging in.

This guide will come in handy if you want to delete your Facebook profile step by step or, conversely, temporarily pause it. Before you say goodbye to your account, download a copy of the data and check if you are the only admin of business pages or groups — so you don't lose access to them. Removal from a computer can be done in any modern browser; The names of the items in the menu may be slightly different, but the logic is the same.

How to delete an account through the app

Below is a brief diagram  of how to delete an account from your phone through the official application.

1. Open Facebook and log in to your profile.
2. Menu (three bars) → Settings & Privacy → Settings.
3. "Accounts Center" → "Personal Information" → "Ownership and Control".
4. Click "Deactivate or Delete," then select "Delete Account."
5. Confirm the action with a password and follow the prompts on the screen.

What is the difference between navigation on Android and iOS? On Android, the menu usually opens with an icon in the upper right corner, and on iOS, it is opened with a "three bars" button in the lower right corner. The names of the items are the same, but the order of the sections may vary slightly depending on the version of the app: if you don't find "Account Center" in "Settings", use the settings search. Deactivation temporarily hides the profile and content and will allow you to return with one login; A complete deletion starts a 30-day waiting period after which recovery will no longer be possible.

Before deleting a Facebook page through the app, we recommend that you save a copy of the data and check the permissions to the managed pages and groups. If you administer a business page, appoint a different administrator in advance — after deleting the account, access may be lost. The procedure is the same for smartphones and tablets; the differences only concern the location of the menus and icons after interface updates.

Important points and risks

Deleting a profile is a big decision because after 30 days of waiting, the data is permanently erased. This is the main item from the list of "risks of deleting an account": publications, photos, videos, reactions and comments disappear, and access to the linked services is terminated. You can restore your account only within 30 days: just log in with the same data and cancel the request. After the expiration of the period, it is no longer possible to return the profile.

Pay attention to the ligaments. If your account was used to log in to third-party apps ("Sign in with Facebook"), you may lose access after deletion, so change your login method beforehand. Messenger won't work; The correspondence of the interlocutors is saved, but you will no longer be able to write. When linking with Instagram through the Accounts Center, there may be restrictions on cross-posting and ad management.

Before  you take down your Facebook profile, download an archive of your data ("Your Facebook Information"), export important photos and contacts, check your rights to pages and groups: if you're the only admin, assign a replacement. If you have a business account, check your Ads Manager and pixels before deleting it: check who has access,  Add a "spare" admin and download reports — this way you won't lose analytics.

How to restore your account after deletion

You have 30 days to change your mind and return the profile. Do this:

1. Open Facebook (website or app) and log in with the same email/phone and password.
2. On the warning screen, tap "Undo Delete" and confirm.
3. If two-factor protection is enabled, enter the code from the app/SMS or one of the backup codes.

After confirmation, the profile, pages, and access to services return. If 2FA is active, a backup code or login from a previously trusted device will help.

After 30 days, the process is irreversible — it is no longer possible to return the profile. In this case, all you have to do is register a new one and set it up from scratch.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Facebook account?

You can delete a profile in a couple of steps. Open Facebook (website or app), go to Settings & Privacy → Settings, then Accounts Center, → Personal Information → Ownership & Control, → Deactivate or Delete. Select an action and confirm — done.

Hint: the names of the items may be slightly different, the logic of the path is the same.

Can I temporarily deactivate a profile instead of deleting it?

Yes. Deactivation hides the page and content, but preserves the data; You can return with one entrance. A complete deletion starts a 30-day period after which the profile disappears permanently.

Forgot your password, but want to delete the page?

First, regain access: click "Forgot your password?", select e-mail or phone. There is 2FA – use backup codes or log in from a trusted device. Once you're signed in, open the Accounts Center → Personal Information → Ownership and Control → Deactivate or Delete and complete the deletion.

Where can I find instructions for different devices?

For step-by-step diagrams for desktop and mobile apps, see the sections above. If you don't find the item you need, use the settings search and type: "Ownership and control" or "Deactivation and removal". The names on the menu may be slightly different — this is normal.

Is it possible to get the data back after deleting a Facebook account?

Yes, within 30 days, log in and click "Undo Delete" — that's the profile restore. After the deadline, the data cannot be returned.

Conclusion

Deleting an account is a serious step that requires you to think about the consequences in advance and prepare. If in doubt, start with deactivation: your profile and posts will be hidden, and you can return with one login. Before the final step, export the archive with data, transfer important contacts, and check access to pages and advertising tools. When you decide to delete your profile, follow the instructions for your computer or app and be aware of the 30-day period in which you can cancel the procedure. After it ends, it cannot be restored, and the content will be permanently erased. Back up photos and conversations if they are important to you.