How to delete your Facebook account

Deleting your Facebook account is permanent after a 30-day grace period; deactivation is reversible. Here’s how to do either, plus how to export your data first. Before you wipe Facebook of your data, consider downloading a copy of it and, if you’re not ready to fully commit, making your account private instead. There are also ways to keep using Facebook more safely if you’re not ready to leave. Ready to say goodbye? Deleting your account and all its associated data takes just a few steps, and the process is similar to deleting an Instagram account, since both apps are owned by Meta. Before you start, understand what you’re giving up. You won’t be able to reactivate your profile once it’s deleted, and all the photos, videos, and posts you’ve shared will be gone for good. The same applies to any pages or…