How to Delete a Facebook Account

This guide provides detailed instructions on how to permanently delete your Facebook account. Deleting your account will remove all your data from Facebook’s servers and make your profile no longer accessible.

Summary

To delete your Facebook account, you need to follow a series of steps that include accessing your account settings, finding the deletion option, and confirming your decision. This process will permanently remove your data from Facebook after a 30-day grace period during which you can cancel the deletion if you change your mind.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Log In to Your Facebook Account

1. Open a web browser and go to Facebook.
2. Enter your email/phone number and password to log in.

Step 2: Access Account Settings

1. Click on the downward-facing arrow in the top-right corner of the Facebook page.
2. From the drop-down menu, select Settings & Privacy.
3. Click on Settings.

Step 3: Navigate to Your Facebook Information

1. In the left-hand column, click on Your Facebook Information.

Step 4: Find the Account Deletion Option

1. Under Your Facebook Information, click on Deactivation and Deletion.

Step 5: Choose to Delete Account

1. You will be presented with two options: Deactivate Account and Delete Account.
2. Select Delete Account and then click Continue to Account Deletion.

Step 6: Confirm Deletion

1. Facebook will ask you to confirm your decision. You may be prompted to enter your password.
2. Click on Delete Account.

Step 7: Final Confirmation

1. You will receive a final confirmation that your account is scheduled for deletion.
2. Note that Facebook will give you a 30-day grace period to cancel the deletion if you change your mind. After 30 days, your account and all associated data will be permanently deleted.

Optional: Backup Your Data

1. Before deleting your account, you may want to download a copy of your Facebook data.
2. Go to Your Facebook Information in Settings.
3. Click on Download Your Information and follow the prompts to create a backup.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you will successfully delete your Facebook account. Remember, once the 30-day grace period has passed, your account and all associated data will be permanently removed from Facebook.