How to Delete Facebook Account Permanently in 2026

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How to Delete Facebook Account Permanently in 2026

If you want to permanently delete your Facebook account but can't find the delete option in the settings anymore, don't worry. After the latest Facebook update, the option has moved, which makes it confusing for many users.

In this step-by-step guide, you will learn the latest method to delete your Facebook account permanently using the updated settings layout.

This process only takes a few minutes to complete.

Things to Know Before Deleting Your Facebook Account

Before you delete your Facebook account, there are a few important things you should know.

  • Your account cannot be recovered after deletion.
  • Your photos, posts, and profile information will be permanently removed.
  • Facebook gives you 30 days to cancel deletion.
  • If you log in again during those 30 days, your account will be reactivated.

Because of this, many people prefer to download their Facebook data before deleting their account.

Step-by-Step Guide to Permanently Delete Facebook Account

Step 1: Open the Facebook App

First, open the Facebook app on your smartphone.

Make sure you are logged into the account that you want to delete.

Step 2: Tap the Three-Line Menu

Look for the three-line menu icon in the Facebook app.

Depending on your device, it may appear:

  • At the top right corner
  • Or at the bottom right corner

Tap the three lines menu to continue.

Step 3: Go to Settings and Privacy

Scroll down and tap:

Settings & Privacy

Then tap:

Settings

This will open your Facebook settings page.

Step 4: Open Accounts Center

At the top of the page, you will see:

Accounts Center

Tap Accounts Center to continue.

This section manages connected accounts such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

Step 5: Tap Manage Accounts

Inside Accounts Center, tap:

Manage Accounts

If you connected other accounts like Instagram or WhatsApp before, you might see multiple accounts listed here.

Make sure you select the Facebook account you want to delete.

Step 6: Select Deactivation or Deletion

Next, tap:

Deactivation or Deletion

You will now see two options.

Option Description
Deactivate Account Temporarily disables your Facebook profile.
Delete Account Permanently removes your Facebook account and data.

If you want to completely remove your Facebook account, select Delete Account and tap Continue.

Step 7: Choose a Reason

Facebook will ask why you want to delete your account.

You can choose any option such as:

  • Privacy concerns
  • Too much time on Facebook
  • Security issues
  • Personal reasons

Select your reason and tap Continue.

Step 8: Review Facebook Suggestions

Facebook may suggest some alternatives before deletion, including:

  • Deactivate account instead
  • Archive your posts
  • Download your information

If you do not need these options, simply tap Continue.

Step 9: Enter Your Password

To confirm your identity, Facebook will ask for your password.

Enter your password and tap Continue.

Step 10: Confirm Account Deletion

You will now see the Confirm Permanent Account Deletion page.

Tap Delete Account.

Once you do this, your Facebook account deletion process will begin.

Important Tip After Deleting Your Account

Sometimes Facebook shows a page with your profile picture and a Continue button.

Do NOT tap the Continue button.

If you tap it, Facebook may reactivate your account.

The safest option is:

  • Close the Facebook app
  • Avoid logging back in
  • Optionally uninstall the Facebook app

If you do not log in for 30 days, your account will be permanently deleted.

What Happens After You Delete Your Facebook Account?

  • Your account enters a 30-day deletion period
  • Logging in during this period cancels deletion
  • After 30 days your data is permanently removed

However, messages you previously sent to friends may still remain in their inbox.

Final Thoughts

Deleting a Facebook account may seem complicated after the latest updates, but once you know where the settings are located, the process becomes simple.

Just follow the steps carefully, confirm deletion, and avoid logging into the account for 30 days.

Your Facebook account will then be permanently removed.

Did this guide help you delete your Facebook account?

Let us know in the comments why you decided to delete your Facebook account.

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