How Long Does It Take For Facebook To Delete An Account?

How Long Does It Take For Facebook To Delete An Account?

Are you tired of your account and want to delete it? You can delete your Facebook account simply and easily but it is not instant. Once you request to delete your Facebook account, the platform starts the deletion process immediately. However, it can take up to 30 days for your account to be completely removed. During this time, your account is deactivated, meaning your profile, posts, and other information are no longer visible to others, but your data is still retrievable if you change your mind.

After 30 days, Facebook begins permanently deleting your data, including posts, photos, and messages. While the deletion is typically swift, it can take a bit longer for all your information to be fully erased from Facebook’s servers. In some instances, it may take up to 90 days for all traces of your data to be completely wiped from their backup systems.

In this article, we will explore the full timeline and key details, so you will have a clear understanding of what happens when you delete your Facebook account.

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How To Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account

Delete your account through the Accounts Center:

• Click your profile picture in the top right corner of Facebook.
• Select Settings & Privacy, then click Settings.
• Click Accounts Center in the top left corner of your screen.
• Click Personal Details under Account Settings.
• Click Account Ownership and Control.
• Click Deactivation or Deletion.
• Select the account or profile you want to delete.
• Choose Delete Account.
• Click Continue and follow the instructions to confirm.

How to Delete Your Account Through Facebook Settings

• Click your profile picture in the top right corner of Facebook.
• Select Settings & Privacy, then click Settings.
• Click Your Facebook Information.
• Click Deactivation and Deletion.
• Select Delete Account, then click Continue to Account Deletion.
• Click Delete Account, enter your password, and click Continue.

What If I Do Not Want All My Content Deleted, But I Need A Break From Facebook?

If you are looking to take a break without deleting everything, you can temporarily deactivate your Facebook account. When you deactivate your account:

• People will not be able to view or visit your Facebook profile.
• Your photos, posts, and videos will not be deleted.
• You can still use Facebook Messenger. Your profile picture will remain visible in conversations, and people can still search for you by name to send messages. You will continue to appear in places where friends can message you.
• You can still use Facebook Login to access other apps like Spotify, Pinterest, or Games.
• However, you will not be able to use your Facebook account to access Meta Quest products or your Meta Quest information.

You can reactivate your account and return it whenever you are ready.

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What Happens if You Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account?

When you delete your Facebook account permanently;

• You won’t be able to reactivate your account.
• All your profile information, photos, posts, and videos will be permanently deleted and cannot be retrieved.
• You won’t be able to use Facebook Messenger.
• Facebook Login will no longer work for other apps you have signed up for, like Spotify or Pinterest. You may need to contact those apps to recover your accounts.
• Messages you have sent to friends may still be visible to them, as copies are stored in their inboxes.
• Deleting your Facebook account will also delete your Meta Quest information, including app purchases and achievements. Any store credits will be lost, and you can no longer return apps.

Can I Cancel My Facebook Account Deletion?


If it os been less than 30 days since you started the deletion process, you can still cancel it. However, once the 30-day window has passed, your account and all your information will be permanently deleted, and recovery won’t be possible.

It may take up to 90 days for Facebook to remove everything you have posted. During this time, your data is not accessible to anyone on the platform. However, copies of your information could remain in backup storage, which Facebook uses for recovery in case of a disaster, software error, or other data loss events. Additionally, some information might be kept for legal reasons, policy enforcement, or to prevent harm.

Once you start the deletion process, Facebook gives you a 30-day window to cancel the request if you change your mind. After that, your account and all your data enter the permanent deletion process, which can take up to 90 days to fully complete. Visit the official website for more information. I hope the provided information is helpful, share your thoughts below in the comment section.

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