Delete Your Facebook Account Permanently on Mobile & Desktop

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Are you done with doom scrolling? Having Facebook can be fun, but it can also turn into poor behavior that you don't like, like scrolling until 3 am. This wikiHow article teaches you how to delete your Facebook account permanently. If you just want to take a break without deleting all your information, deactivate it instead.

Quick Steps

  1. Tap your profile photo in the Facebook app and select Settings & privacy .
  2. Go to Accounts Center > Personal details .
  3. Select Account ownership and control .
  4. Tap Deactivation and deletion and select your account.
  5. Tap Delete account and follow the on-screen instructions.
Method 1
Method 1 of 4:

Using the Mobile App (Accounts Center)

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  1. It's at the top-right corner or the bottom-right corner of the screen, depending on your phone or tablet.
    • This method applies to the mobile app on Androids, iPhones, and iPads.
  2. It's near the bottom of the menu.
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  3. If you don't see this option, use this method to delete your Facebook account from Settings instead.
  4. This displays several more options.
  6. Now you'll see a list of accounts linked to Accounts Center.
  7. If you have multiple linked accounts, be sure to choose the one you want to delete.
  8. Once you complete the steps to delete your account, you'll be logged out of Facebook.
    • You can also uninstall the app from your Android or iOS device.
    • Log back into your account within 30 days to cancel the deletion. If it's been more than 30 days since the request, all your information has already been permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 4:

Using the Mobile App (Facebook Settings)

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  1. It's at the top-right corner or the bottom-right corner of the screen, depending on your phone or tablet.
    • This method applies to the mobile app on Androids, iPhones, and iPads.
  2. It's near the bottom of the menu.
  3. It's usually the first option in the expanded menu.
  4. This is the last option under the "Account" header.
    • It might say "Access and Control" instead.
    • If you don't see either of these options, use this method to delete your Facebook account from Accounts Center.
  5. It's usually the second option on the menu.
  6. You can read warnings about deleting your account next to the "Delete account" option.
  7. You can also uninstall the app from your Android or iOS device.
    • Log back into your account within 30 days to cancel the deletion. If it's been more than 30 days since the request, all your information has already been permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
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Method 3
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Using a Computer (Accounts Center)

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  1. A menu will expand.
  3. You'll see it in the upper-left corner of your Settings. [1]
    • If you don't see this option at the top-left corner, see this method to learn how to delete your account from Settings.
  4. This option is in the left panel under "Account settings."
  5. You'll find this in the right panel.
  6. This option brings up a list of accounts you've linked to Accounts Center.
  7. If you have multiple linked accounts, be sure to choose the one you want to delete.
    • If you have any Facebook Pages connected to your account, you'll see a list of them here. Deleting your account will also permanently delete those Pages . If you want to continue, click Continue .
  9. You'll need to choose a reason for deletion, which will prompt Facebook to display reasons to stay. If you want to proceed, just select Continue . Once your account is deleted, you'll be signed out of Facebook.
    • If you sign back in to your deleted account within the next 30 days, you can reactivate by clicking Cancel Deletion .
    • If you don't sign in before the 30-day period ends, your account will be permanently deleted.
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Method 4
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Using a Computer (Facebook Settings)

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  1. A menu will expand.
  2. This is next to an icon of a gear.
  3. It's at the top of the menu.
  4. This is in the panel on the left side of the page next to a circled Facebook logo.
    • If you don't see this option, use this method to learn how to delete your account in Accounts Center.
  5. It's the last option in the menu.
  6. The circle next to "Delete account" will fill to indicate that it is selected.
  7. Enter your password when prompted and click Delete account again.
    • You can cancel the deletion within 30 days by logging into your account and clicking Cancel deletion . If the 30 days have passed since you requested the deletion, your information has been deleted and there's no way to recover it. [2]
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    How can I delete a Facebook account permanently without waiting for 14 days?
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    You don't have to wait 14 days, the account will disappear immediately. This term is for that case if you change your mind and want to activate your profile again.
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    If I permanently delete my account, will I be able to log in again?
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    No. When you "permanently delete" your Facebook account, you delete all traces to it and will not be able to log into it again.
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    No message will be provided to any of your contacts. They just won't be able to see your profile anymore.
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      2. ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/224562897555674/?cms_platform=www&helpref=platform_switcher
      3. ↑ https://www.facebook.com/help/250563911970368

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