Step-by-Step Guide- How to Permanently Deactivate Your Facebook Account on Mobile_1

How to Deactivate Facebook Account in Mobile

If you’ve decided to take a break from Facebook or want to deactivate your account temporarily, it’s important to know how to do it on your mobile device. Deactivating your account will remove your profile and all its content from Facebook, but it won’t delete your data permanently. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to deactivate your Facebook account using your mobile device.

Step 1: Open the Facebook App

First, open the Facebook app on your mobile device. If you haven’t already downloaded the app, you can find it on the Google Play Store for Android devices or the Apple App Store for iOS devices.

Step 2: Go to Settings

Once the app is open, tap on the three horizontal lines in the top-right corner to access the menu. Scroll down and tap on “Settings & Privacy,” followed by “Settings.”

Step 3: Select Account Ownership and Control

In the Settings menu, scroll down and tap on “Account Ownership and Control.” This section contains options related to managing your account, including deactivation.

Step 4: Choose Deactivate Account

Under the “Account Ownership and Control” section, you’ll find the option to “Deactivate or Delete Account.” Tap on “Deactivate Account.”

Step 5: Confirm Deactivation

A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm your decision to deactivate your account. To proceed, tap on “Deactivate.”

Step 6: Enter Your Password

You’ll be prompted to enter your Facebook password to confirm your identity. Enter your password and tap on “Continue.”

Step 7: Choose a Reason for Deactivation

Facebook will ask you to select a reason for deactivating your account. Choose the reason that best fits your situation and tap “Continue.”

Step 8: Confirm Deactivation Again

One more time, you’ll be asked to confirm your decision to deactivate your account. If you’re sure, tap “Deactivate Now.”

Step 9: Final Confirmation

A final confirmation message will appear, informing you that your account has been deactivated. You can reactivate your account at any time by logging in.

Remember:

– Deactivating your account does not delete your data permanently. Facebook retains your information for a certain period, as outlined in their data retention policy.
– Deactivating your account will remove your profile and all its content from Facebook, but it won’t delete your data permanently.
– If you decide to reactivate your account, you can do so by logging in with your username and password.

By following these steps, you can easily deactivate your Facebook account on your mobile device. Remember to review Facebook’s data retention policy for more information on how your data will be handled during and after deactivation.