Updated September 13, 2017
Deactivating an Account
Log in to the account you want to deactivate. Click the dropdown menu icon in the Facebook menu bar, then click “Settings.” Click the “General” tab, then click the “Deactivate Your Account” button. Enter your password and click “Continue.” Select your reason for leaving, choose to opt out of any future emails if you so desire, and then click “Deactivate.” Click “Deactivate Now” to complete the deactivation. You will be redirected to Facebook’s main login page when it is all done. To reactivate, all you need to do is type in your email address and password like you’re logging in normally and your account will be restored.
Permanently Deleting An Account
Log in to the Facebook account you want to delete completely, and then access your Account Settings to download a copy of your Facebook data. This isn’t necessary to delete your account, but since the deletion is permanent, downloading an archive of your data first is recommended. Access the account deletion form via Facebook’s Help section, or from the link in the Resources section of this article. The form is simply an explanation of what the permanent account deletion does, and will only ask you to confirm or cancel your deletion request. Select “Delete My Account” to start the deletion process. Provide your password, then enter the CAPTCHA characters displayed to confirm. You will then be displayed a warning that your account will be deleted within 14 days. Tips Warnings Writer Bio
