Facebook is the world's most popular social network, with over 2 billion monthly active users. But it can also be a source of stress, distraction, and privacy concerns. If you want to take a break from Facebook but stay in touch with your friends through the Messenger app , there's a simple and effective solution: deactivate your Facebook account while keeping Messenger active.
What is the difference between deactivating and deleting your Facebook account?
Deactivating your Facebook account means your profile becomes invisible to other users. Your posts, comments, photos, and videos are temporarily hidden. You can reactivate your account at any time by logging back in with your email address and password .
If you don't log back in for a while, you may receive a message indicating that your Facebook session has expired and prompting you to log in again. Deleting your Facebook account means that your profile and all your data are permanently erased from Facebook's servers . You cannot recover your account or access associated services, such as Messenger or Instagram. Account deletion can take up to 90 days .
How to deactivate your Facebook account while keeping Messenger?
To deactivate your Facebook account while keeping Messenger , you must follow these steps:
- Open the Facebook website and log in to your account.
- Go to Settings and privacy , then click on Settings .
- Choose your Facebook information , then click on Deactivation and deletion .
- Select Deactivate account , then click Continue to account deactivation .
- Enter your password, then choose a reason why you want to deactivate your account.
- Click on Disable .
Your Facebook account is now deactivated , but you can continue to use Messenger to send and receive messages with your contacts .
How do I reactivate my Facebook account?
If you change your mind and wish to reactivate your Facebook account , simply log back in with your email address and password on the Facebook website or app. Your profile and data will be restored to their previous state.
How to permanently delete your Facebook account and data?
If you wish to permanently delete your Facebook account and its data , you must follow these steps:
- Open the Facebook website and log in to your account.
- Go to Settings and privacy , then click on Settings .
- Choose your Facebook information , then click on Deactivation and deletion .
- Select Delete account , then click Continue to account deletion .
- Enter your password, then click Delete account .
Your Facebook account will be deleted within 90 days . During this time, you will not be able to access Messenger or other Facebook-related services.
FAQ
Can I use Messenger without having a Facebook account?
Yes, it's possible to use Messenger without a Facebook account . Simply download the Messenger app on your smartphone or tablet , or go to messenger.com on your computer . Then, you'll need to enter your phone number and create a username to start using Messenger . If you already have a Facebook account, you can enable the Facebook Auto-Login to access Messenger without having to enter your password each time.
How do I log out of Messenger on Android?
To log out of Messenger on Android , you must follow these steps:
- Open the Messenger app and tap on your profile picture in the top left corner.
- Scroll down and tap Log Out .
- Confirm your choice by pressing Logout .
You will be logged out of Messenger , but you can log back in at any time with your email address and password .
How do I delete all my content on Facebook?
To delete all your content on Facebook, you can use the data archive or deletion tool . This tool allows you to download a copy of your data and then delete all or part of your content, such as your posts, photos, videos, comments, or likes. To use this tool, you must follow these steps:
- Open the Facebook website and log in to your account.
- Go to Settings and privacy , then click on Settings.
- Choose your Facebook information , then click View next to Download your information or Delete your information.
- Select the data categories you want to download or delete, then click Create File or Delete .
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the operation.
How do I block or unblock someone on Messenger?
To block or unblock someone on Messenger , you must follow these steps:
- Open the Messenger app and tap on the conversation with the person you want to block or unblock .
- Tap the person's name at the top of the screen, then tap Block or Unblock.
- Choose whether you want to block or unblock messages or calls from the person, then press Confirm .
The blocked person will no longer be able to send you messages or call you on Messenger. The unblocked person will be able to communicate with you again.
How do I change my name or profile picture on Messenger?
To change your name or profile picture on Messenger , you must follow these steps:
- Open the Messenger and tap on your profile picture in the top left corner .
- Tap on your current name or photo to edit them.
- Enter your new name or choose a new photo from your gallery or camera.
- Press Save to confirm the changes.
Your name or profile picture will be updated on Messenger and on Facebook if you have a linked account.
