It also explains what deactivation means for your account and for Messenger.
You’ll get to choose when, if ever, to automatically reactivate your account.
Select yourprofile imageat the top of the app to initiate the menu.
opt for smallgear/settingsicon at the top.
TapAccount ownership and control.
Select yourFacebookaccount from the list.
TapDeactivate accountif it’s not already chosen, then selectContinue.
key in your Facebook password and then tapContinue.
Pick the reason you’re deactivating Facebook and then tapContinue.
To have Facebook reactivate automatically, selectThis is temporary.
I’ll be back.
Otherwise, select any other option.
Answer any questions and tapContinueto move on.
you’re able to disable Facebook in any web internet tool.
The easiest method is toopen the Accounts Center Deactivation page directly.
Just sign in when asked, then jump to Step 7 in the directions above.
What Happens When You Deactivate Facebook?
Your friends will still see you on their friend list and Messenger will still work.
Reactivating the account restores everything to how it was.
FAQ
You must deactivate your Facebook account todeactivate Facebook Messenger.
Alternatively, you’ve got the option to hide your status or delete the Facebook Messenger app.
There’s no limit to how long you’re free to deactivate your Facebook account.
you’re free to reactivate it at any time.
Totell if someone blocked you on Facebookor deactivated their account, search for their name.
If your friend’s name doesn’t appear in your search, their account might be inactive.
