Data deletion instructions
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Log in to Facebook: Go to www.facebook.com and log in with your username and password.
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Navigate to the Deletion Page: Go to the Facebook account deletion page directly by following this URL: Delete Facebook Account
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Initiate Deletion: On the deletion page, click the "Delete Account" button.
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Enter Password: You will be prompted to enter your password to confirm your identity. Enter your password and click "Continue".
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Final Confirmation: Facebook will ask you to confirm that you want to delete your account. Click "Delete Account" again to finalize the process.
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Account Deletion Process:
- Facebook will deactivate your account and put it in a deletion queue for 30 days. During this period, your account won't be accessible, but you can cancel the deletion if you change your mind by logging back in.
- After 30 days, your account and all your data will be permanently deleted, and you won't be able to retrieve any information.
Additional Information:
- Backup Your Data: Before deleting your account, you might want to download a copy of your Facebook data. You can do this by going to Settings > Your Facebook Information > Download Your Information.
For further details, refer to Facebook's official help center page on Account Deactivation and Deletion.