How to Delete Facebook Account

How to Delete Facebook Account! Alright, so here’s the deal.

I didn’t plan this. I wasn’t sitting down with a checklist going, “Time to change my digital life.” It just happened. I opened Facebook one day, scrolled for like five minutes (which turned into thirty — again), and suddenly I just felt done.

You know that feeling? Like, “Why am I even here?”

That was the moment.

Why I Got Tired of It

Look, Facebook used to be cool. Seriously. I remember joining back when people still posted about actual life stuff. Birthday parties. New jobs. Baby pictures. You know real things.

Now?

It’s full of ads. Arguments. Fake news. Weird reels. And people I haven’t talked to in ten years. It felt heavy.
Also… the privacy thing. I’m not even sure what Facebook knows about me anymore. Feels like everything.
And time? Facebook is a time thief. I’d scroll for “just a bit” and BOOM—45 minutes gone. What even happened?

I Didn’t Delete It Right Away

Nah, I chickened out at first.

Instead, I deactivated.
Here’s how I did that (super quick, no drama):

1. Opened the app
2. Hit that menu thing (the three lines)
3. Scrolled to settings
4. Found Account Ownership and Control
5. Tapped Deactivation and Deletion
6. Picked Deactivate

Boom. My profile was gone (for others, not me). Felt like turning off a loud radio.

But Then… I Kinda Liked the Silence

My thought I’d miss it. I really did.
After a few days, it was kind of nice. I wasn’t getting random tag notifications or being dragged into comment threads I didn’t care about. My head felt clearer. I had more time. Like actual hours I forgot I had.

Before I Deleted for Real, I Saved Stuff

This part matters. I had photos, chats, and old posts I didn’t want to lose forever. Some were just memories I wanted to keep.
So I downloaded everything:

• Went to Settings
• Clicked on Your Info
• Selected Download Your Information
• Picked what I wanted (photos, posts, messages)
• Clicked Create File

A while later, Facebook emailed me the link. Easy.

Deleting It for Good (The Final Step)

Okay, here’s where I got serious.
I followed the same path as deactivation, but this time I chose Delete Account. Facebook warned me: You have 30 days to change your mind.
I didn’t.
I clicked it. Entered my password. And just like that… it started the countdown.

Important: Log Out From Everywhere

Here’s something I almost messed up—if you log in again during the 30 days, it cancels the deletion.
So I:

• Went to Security Settings
• Logged out of all devices
• Deleted the app from my phone and tablet

And that was that.

What Happens After Deletion?

• My profile? Gone after 30 days.
• Messages? Some still show up in other people’s inboxes.
• Messenger? Doesn’t work anymore.
• Apps I logged in with via Facebook? I had to update those (Spotify, Pinterest, etc.).

Also: Facebook keeps some stuff on backup for legal stuff, but my account? Gone.

Before You Delete, Do This:

• Tell your people you’re leaving
• Save anything important
• Switch logins for other apps
• Clear out group chats or move to WhatsApp
• Log out of all sessions
• DELETE. THE. APP.

Real Talk – Do I Regret It?

Nope. Not even a little.
Life after Facebook feels… quiet. In a good way. No more nonsense. No more fake urgency. I’ve been sleeping better, working better, and just—being present. It’s wild how much energy Facebook used to drain.

Final Words

If you’re thinking of quitting Facebook, just do it. Or at least try deactivating. No one’s going to throw a party because you left but honestly, you might feel like celebrating once you’re out.

Life’s better when you’re not being watched, sold to, or pulled in every direction.

You’re not missing out. You’re just taking your space back.
And trust me, it feels damn good.

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