Permanently deleting your Facebook account allows you to remove all your information, posts, and activity from the platform. Here’s how to delete your Facebook account:
Open Facebook App or Website:
- Launch the Facebook app on your mobile device or go to the Facebook website in your web browser. Log in to the account you want to delete.
Access Account Settings:
- Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner of the screen to open the menu. Scroll down and tap “Settings & Privacy” to expand the options.
Go to Account Settings:
- In the Settings & Privacy menu, tap “Settings” to access your account settings.
Download Your Information (Optional):
- Before deleting your account, download a copy of your Facebook data. Tap “Your Facebook Information” and select “Download Your Information.” Follow the prompts to download a copy of your data if desired.
Delete Your Account:
- In the Account settings, scroll down and tap “Account Ownership and Control.” Then, tap on “Deactivation and Deletion.”
Select Delete Account:
- Tap on “Delete Account” and then select “Continue to Account Deletion.” Facebook will provide information about the deletion process and its consequences.
Confirm Deletion:
- Review the information provided and tap on “Delete Account.” Enter your Facebook password when prompted to confirm the deletion.
Complete Deletion Process:
- After confirming the deletion, Facebook will begin permanently deleting your account. Your account and all associated data will be permanently removed from the platform within a few days.
Following these steps, you can permanently delete your Facebook account and remove all your information from the platform.
