

A deletion request is cancelled if you log back into your Facebook account during this time. Deletion is delayed for a few days after you put in a request.You can’t regain access once it’s deleted.Choose Manage your account and then scroll down to click Deactivate your account.Click the account menu at the top right of any Facebook page.

Some things may remain visible (for example: messages you sent).People can’t see your timeline or search for you.You can reactivate it whenever you want.On Facebook you have the options of either deactivating and deleting your account. This blog gives site specific guidance about how to deactivate or delete your accounts, and what these options mean. This will mean that your content is no longer live and should not be searchable online it will also remove the risk of these accounts being used by others or hacked without you knowing. When you stop using a social networking profile or website it’s a good idea to deactivate or delete your account. An updated version of this blog is available here.
