I made this video to show how to deactivate your Facebook account, which is useful if you want to take a break without deleting everything permanently.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk5tp0-Vg6o

Deactivation lets you step away while preserving your data. In the tutorial, I walk through:

  1. Going to Settings & Privacy > Settings
  2. Clicking Account Center > Personal Details > Account Ownership and Control
  3. Selecting Deactivation or Deletion > Deactivate Account
  4. Choosing a reason and confirming

I also explain the differences between deactivation and deletion, including what happens to your Messenger access, photos, and groups during deactivation.

I’ve used this in the past when doing digital detoxes or just wanting to simplify my social presence temporarily.

Are you considering a short break from social media or going all-in on account deletion?