How to Deactivate Facebook? (Quick & Safe Guide)

Short answer: Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings → Your Facebook Information → Deactivation and Deletion, choose Deactivate Account, then confirm. You can reactivate anytime by logging in again.

Official pages for reference:
Facebook Help – Deactivation ·
Deactivation & Deletion

What happens when you deactivate your Facebook?

• Your profile becomes hidden from others (most of your info won’t be visible).
• Messenger can still be used unless you turn it off separately.
• You can reactivate at any time by logging back in.
• This is temporary. For a permanent solution, use Delete Account instead.

Step-by-Step (Desktop)

1. Open Facebook & Log in

   Go to facebook.com and sign in with your username and password.

2. Settings & Privacy → Settings

   Click your profile picture (top-right) → Settings & Privacy → Settings.

3. Your Facebook Information

   From the left menu, click Your Facebook Information, then choose Deactivation and Deletion.

4. Select “Deactivate Account”

   Choose Deactivate Account → Continue to Account Deactivation and follow the on-screen instructions.

5. Confirm

   You may be asked for your password. Confirm to complete deactivation.

On the Facebook mobile app (iOS/Android)

1. Tap your profile picture (menu) → Settings & Privacy → Settings.
2. Go to Access and Control (or Your Facebook Information depending on your app version).
3. Choose Deactivation and Deletion → Select Deactivate Account → follow the steps.

Deactivate vs Delete: What’s the difference?

How to reactivate later

Simply log back in with your email/phone and password. Your account will be restored unless you requested deletion.