Do you have a feeling that you need to deactivate your Facebook account? Don’t worry, we are here to help you. In this guide, we will discuss how one can deactivate their Facebook account on an app. We shall see the simplest steps that will help you deactivate your account, as well as the reasons why one may have the need to deactivate an active social account. Let us begin.
Can I delete my Facebook account on an app?
Yes, absolutely. One can delete their Facebook accounts with the help of the application too. It is also simpler since you find everything you need in there, and the steps are less in number. We shall cover the steps for it next.
Steps to delete a Facebook account on an app
If you want to delete your Facebook account on an app, then these are the steps that you need to follow –
- Open the Facebook app on your mobile device (Android or iOS).
- Tap your profile picture or the three-lined Menu icon which is usually found in the top-right corner.
- Scroll down and tap Settings & Privacy, then choose Settings.
- Under “Account Center” or “Your Facebook Information”, tap See more in Accounts Center.
- In the Accounts Center now, tap Personal details.
- Tap Account Ownership and Control and then choose Deactivation or Deletion.
- Select your Facebook account, if you have multiple accounts linked there.
- You’ll be given the option to “Deactivate account” or “Delete account.” Select “Delete account” and then tap Continue.
- Facebook might ask you to provide a reason for deleting your account, so if you have one, give it.
- Review the information. Also, note that you won’t be able to access this account or its data later on.
- You’ll usually have options to download your info or transfer a copy of your information.
- Tap Continue to Account Deletion.
- Here, enter your password to confirm your identity.
- Tap Delete Account to finalize the request.
Your account will then be scheduled for permanent deletion, and you’ll have 30 days to log back in and cancel the deletion if you change your mind. After 30 days, your account and all its data will be permanently removed from the platform of Facebook, and you won’t be able to have your data or the account.
Why should I delete my Facebook account?
There is no specific reason as to why you must definitely delete your Facebook account, but here are the possible reasons as to why one may want to delete theirs.
- You need a break from social media and devote your time elsewhere.
- You are bothered by one or more features on the platform and want to have a break from there.
- Some unpleasant experiences on the platform have made you uncomfortable to be there anymore.
- Or simply because you have found other social media alternatives.
While these are some of the possible reasons, they are not all. One may still have other reasons to delete or keep their accounts on Facebook. It is a huge decision nevertheless, since it wipes out all your data too.
