How to Deactivate Facebook

If you want to take a break from Facebook without deleting your account, deactivation is the best option :) This temporary measure allows you to disappear from the platform without completely deleting your Facebook account. How do you deactivate a Facebook account? Find out below.

What Does It Mean to Deactivate Your Facebook Account

Deactivating your Facebook account means temporarily suspending it; however, it won't be deleted :) Your profile, photos, posts, comments will be hidden from other users, but not deleted. You can log in at any time with your email address & phone number.

Deactivation vs Deletion - Difference between Deactivating or Deleting your Facebook

Action	What does it mean?
🔕Deactivate	Deactivating your account will temporarily hide it. Deactivating is ideal if you want to take a break.
❌Delete	Your account is permanently deleted. If you permanently delete your account, you will no longer be able to recover it. It is perfect to permanently delete your Facebook account.

Deactivating Facebook - Pros and Cons

Advantages ✅

• You can return at any time without losing any data.
• Your Facebook profile will not be visible to others.
• You can use Facebook Messenger (if you choose to keep it active).

Cons 🚫

• You won't be able to use your Facebook account to log in to connected apps (Spotify & Instagram).
• Some notifications may still appear if you use Messenger.
• People won't be able to interact with you while your page is deactivated.

How to Deactivate Facebook Account

Deactivate your account through your Facebook settings.

How to Temporarily Deactivate Facebook

1. Log in to your account.
2. Go to Settings and Privacy > Settings.
3. Click on Access and Control to access your Facebook information.
4. Select Deactivation and Deletion.
5. Choose Deactivate Your Account and click on Continue to Account Deactivation.
6. Enter your password, select a reason (optional), and confirm.
7. This is how to deactivate FB account temporarily.

Keep in mind that your account will be inactive, but you can return at any time by logging in.

How to Deactivate A Facebook Account from a Web Browser

1. Open Facebook on your computer.
2. Click on your profile picture.
3. Go to Settings and Privacy, & then Settings.
4. In the top-left menu, click on Access and Control to access your Facebook information.
5. Click on Deactivation and deletion.
6. Select Deactivate account and click Continue with deactivation.
7. Enter your password.

How to Deactivate Facebook on Mobile (Android & iPhone)

For iPhone Users

1. For iPhone Users
2. Open the Facebook app.
3. Tap the three horizontal lines.
4. Swipe to Settings and Privacy > Settings.
5. Go to Account Center.
6. Go to Personal Details.
7. Select Account ownership and control.
8. Select Deactivate or Delete Account and tap Continue.
9. Enter your password and confirm.

For Android Users

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Tap the three lines in the top right corner.
3. Select Settings and Privacy & Settings.
4. Tap Account Center.
5. Go to Personal Details.
6. Select Account ownership and control.
7. Tap Deactivation and Deletion.
8. Select Deactivate account, then Continue.
9. Confirm with your password.

How to Deactivate My Facebook from the App (Accounts Center Method)

This method applies if you have your Facebook account linked to Instagram through the Meta Account Center.

1. Open your Facebook account through Accounts Center from the settings menu.
2. Go to Personal information > Account ownership and control.
3. Select the Account.
4. Tap Deactivation or deletion.
5. Choose Deactivate account and confirm with your password.
6. This is how to deactivate Facebook from app.

🔗 This is how deactivate Facebook if you manage multiple accounts connected from a single platform. Through the Meta Account Center, you can also delete or deactivate all profiles under your account.

How to Deactivate Your Facebook Account from the App (Facebook Settings Method)

1. Open the Facebook app.
2. Go to the Accounts Center from the settings menu.
3. Go to Personal information > Account ownership and control.
4. Select the Account.
5. Tap Deactivation or deletion.
6. Choose Deactivate account and confirm with your password.
7. Enter your password and confirm.
8. This is how to deactivate Facebook on app.

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How to Download Your Facebook Data Before Deactivation

Before deactivating your account, it is recommended that you back up your memories, posts, photos & messages.

Follow these steps:

1. Log in to Facebook.
2. Go to Settings & Privacy > Settings.
3. Go to Your Information option.
4. Click on Download Your Information.
5. Choose what you want to include (photos, posts, messages).
6. Set the date range, format, and file quality.
7. Click on Create File.
8. Facebook will send you a download link when it is ready.

This copy allows you to save your activity before deactivation or permanent deletion.

How to Reactivate Your Facebook Account

Reactivating a deactivated account is easy:

• Just log back in with your email and password on any device.
• Your account will be automatically restored with all your previous information.
• If you had Messenger enabled, your messages will still be available.

You can reactivate your account at any time, unless you have permanently deleted it.

For additional support, visit the Facebook Help Center.

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How Stands Adblocker Protects Your Privacy

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FAQ

How do I deactivate Facebook account temporarily

To temporarily deactivate your account:

1. Go to Settings & Privacy > Settings.
2. Go to Your Facebook Information.
3. Click on Deactivation and deletion.
4. Select Facebook Deactivate account and follow the steps.
5. This is how to temporarily deactivate your Facebook account.

How long can I keep my Facebook account deactivated

There is no time limit. You can keep your account deactivated for as long as you want. Facebook will not delete it unless you request it. Make a backup copy as a precaution.

Will my friends still see me on Facebook after deactivation

Your profile will be invisible to all users. Your friends will not be able to find you, tag you, or access your timeline. Some old interactions may still be visible to others.

Can I use Messenger after deactivating my Facebook account

Yes! If you choose to keep Messenger active during deactivation:

• You can still send and receive messages.
• Your profile picture will still be visible in conversations.
• Messenger will work as normal.

You must still have Messenger installed and linked to your Facebook account before deactivating it.

How to Deactivate my Facebook account on mobile

1. Open your Facebook app.
2. Search for the three lines in the menu.
3. Visit Settings & Privacy > Settings.
4. Go to Account Access and Control.
5. Select Deactivation and Deletion > Deactivate Account.
6. Confirm with your password.

What Happens to My Data when I Deactivate Facebook

• Your data remains stored securely by Facebook.
• No one will be able to access your profile.
• You can reactivate it and get everything back at any time.

To permanently delete your data, you must request full account deletion.

How Do You Deactivate your Facebook Account and Keep Messenger

Yes! Facebook will ask you if you want to keep Messenger active. If you accept:

• You will continue chatting with your contacts.
• The app will work even if your main account is hidden.
• This option is useful if you only want to stop using Facebook but not Messenger.

How Can I Deactivate My Facebook and Reactivate It After

Yes. You just need to have access to your account using your password, email or mobile number you use to log in to complete the reactivation. Your account will be automatically reactivated with all your information intact.