As an expert in digital privacy and online presence management, I understand that sometimes users may want to permanently remove their Facebook account for various reasons. It's important to note that Facebook provides two options for users who wish to leave the platform: deactivation and deletion. Deactivation is a temporary state where your profile is hidden but can be easily restored, while deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.

To permanently delete your Facebook account, here are the steps you should take:


1. Backup Your Data: Before you delete your account, you may want to download a copy of your data. Facebook allows you to do this through its settings. Go to `Settings` > `Your Facebook Information` > `Download Your Information`. Select the data you want to download and click `Create File`.


2. Unsubscribe from Emails: To avoid receiving emails from Facebook after your account is deleted, go to `Settings` > `General` > `Manage Your Account` > `Edit` next to 'Emails from Facebook' and uncheck all the boxes.


3. Remove Your Email and Phone Number: To make sure your account cannot be easily restored, remove your email and phone number from your account. Go to `Settings` > `Personal Information` > `Emails` and `Phones` and remove them.


4. Delete Your Account: Now, to delete your account, go to the Facebook website and use this link: `https://www.facebook.com/help/delete_account`. Follow the prompts to delete your account. You will be asked to enter your password and a reason for leaving. Once you confirm, your account will be scheduled for deletion.


5. Wait for the Deletion Process: Facebook states that it may take up to 90 days to delete all of your information. During this period, your account will not be accessible to you or others.


6. Monitor Your Email: After initiating the deletion process, Facebook will send you an email to confirm the deletion. Make sure to check your email and follow any additional instructions if necessary.

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Stay Logged Out: Do not log back into Facebook during the deletion period. Logging in will cancel the deletion process.

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Check Third-Party Apps: If you have connected your Facebook account to third-party apps, you should also revoke access to these apps to ensure they do not retain your data.

Remember, deleting your Facebook account is a serious decision. Once your account is deleted, it cannot be recovered, and all the data associated with it will be lost. Make sure you have considered all the implications before proceeding.

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To deactivate your Facebook account, follow these four steps:Click the account menu down arrow at the top right of any Facebook page in your web browser.Select 'Settings'Choose 'General' in the left column.Click 'Manage your account'Press 'Deactivate your account', and then follow the steps to confirm your decision.read more >>