If you want to delete your Facebook account, you can do so by following these steps. You have the option to either **deactivate** your account temporarily or **permanently delete** it. Here’s how to do both:
### To Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account:
1. **Log in to Facebook**:
- Open the Facebook website or app and log in with your credentials.
2. **Access Settings**:
- On the website, click the downward arrow in the top right corner, then select **Settings & Privacy** > **Settings**.
- In the app, tap on the three horizontal lines (menu), scroll down and tap on **Settings & Privacy**, then **Settings**.
3. **Your Facebook Information**:
- In the left-hand menu (or scroll down in the app), select **Your Facebook Information**.
4. **Deactivation and Deletion**:
- Click on **Deactivation and Deletion**.
5. **Select Delete Account**:
- Choose **Permanently Delete Account** and then click **Continue to Account Deletion**.
6. **Follow Prompts**:
- Follow the on-screen instructions, which may include providing your password and completing a security check.
- You may also see options to download your information or manage your apps and services linked to your account.
7. **Confirm Deletion**:
- Confirm that you want to permanently delete your account.
### Note:
- After you submit your request to delete your account, Facebook will keep your data for a short period (typically 30 days) in case you change your mind. If you log back in during this time, you can cancel the deletion.
### To Deactivate Your Facebook Account Temporarily:
If you prefer to take a break instead of permanently deleting your account, follow these steps:
1. **Log in to Facebook**:
- Open Facebook and log in.
2. **Access Settings**:
- Click the downward arrow in the top right corner, then select **Settings & Privacy** > **Settings**.
3. **Your Facebook Information**:
- Click on **Your Facebook Information**.
4. **Deactivation and Deletion**:
- Select **Deactivation and Deletion**.
5. **Select Deactivate Account**:
- Choose **Deactivate Account** and click **Continue to Account Deactivation**.
6. **Follow Prompts**:
- Follow the prompts to confirm your decision, including providing your password.
7. **Confirm Deactivation**:
- Confirm your choice to deactivate your account.
### Important Considerations:
- **Data Retrieval**: If you choose to delete your account, you will lose access to all your data, including messages, photos, and posts. If you think you might want to return to Facebook, consider deactivating instead.
- **Impact on Other Services**: If you use your Facebook account to log into other services (like Instagram), be aware that deleting or deactivating your Facebook account may affect those services.
If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask!