To deactivate your Facebook account temporarily, follow these steps:
### Deactivating Your Facebook Account
#### On the Website:
1. **Log In**:
- Go to the Facebook website and log in with your credentials.
2. **Access Settings**:
- Click on the downward arrow in the top right corner of the screen.
- Select **Settings & Privacy**, then click on **Settings**.
3. **Your Facebook Information**:
- In the left sidebar, click on **Your Facebook Information**.
4. **Deactivation and Deletion**:
- Click on **Deactivation and Deletion**.
5. **Select Deactivate Account**:
- Choose **Deactivate Account**, then click on **Continue to Account Deactivation**.
6. **Follow Prompts**:
- You may be asked to provide a reason for deactivating your account. Follow the on-screen instructions, which may include entering your password and completing a security check.
7. **Confirm Deactivation**:
- Click on **Deactivate** to confirm your choice. Your account will be temporarily deactivated.
#### On the Mobile App:
1. **Open the App**:
- Launch the Facebook app on your device and log in.
2. **Access Menu**:
- Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu) in the bottom right corner (iOS) or top right corner (Android).
3. **Settings & Privacy**:
- Scroll down and tap on **Settings & Privacy**, then select **Settings**.
4. **Your Facebook Information**:
- Tap on **Your Facebook Information**.
5. **Deactivation and Deletion**:
- Tap on **Deactivation and Deletion**.
6. **Select Deactivate Account**:
- Choose **Deactivate Account** and tap on **Continue to Account Deactivation**.
7. **Follow Prompts**:
- Follow the prompts, including entering your password if prompted.
8. **Confirm Deactivation**:
- Tap **Deactivate** to confirm.
### Important Notes:
- **Temporary Deactivation**: Deactivating your account is temporary, and you can reactivate it at any time by logging back in.
- **What Happens When You Deactivate**: When deactivated, your profile will not be visible to other users, and they won’t be able to search for you. However, some information (like messages you sent) may still be visible to others.
- **Reactivating Your Account**: To reactivate your account, simply log back in with your email and password.
If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!