Step 1: Open Messenger and tap on your profile picture
To deactivate Messenger, you need to open the app on your device first. Once the app is open, you will see your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen. Tap on your profile picture, and it will open your profile information.
Step 2: Scroll down to the ‘Legal and Policies’ section
After tapping on your profile picture, scroll down to the ‘Legal and Policies’ section. This section will contain all the legal documents and policies related to Messenger. From this section, you can deactivate your account.
Step 3: Tap ‘Deactivate Messenger’ and follow the prompts
Under the ‘Legal and Policies’ section, you will see the ‘Deactivate Messenger’ option. Tap on it, and it will open the deactivation prompt.
You will be asked to confirm your action and provide a reason for deactivating the account. Choose the best reason that suits you and tap the ‘Deactivate’ button to proceed.
Step 4: Verify your decision by entering your password
After tapping on the ‘Deactivate’ button, you will be prompted to enter your password. This step is to verify that it is you who is deactivating the account and not someone else. Enter your password and tap on the ‘Continue’ button.
Step 5: Tap ‘Deactivate’ again and you’re done
Once you have entered your password, you will see the final prompt to confirm that you want to deactivate your account. Tap on the ‘Deactivate’ button to proceed. After this, your Messenger account will be deactivated. Your conversations and messages will remain safe until you decide to reactivate your account.
Conclusion
Deactivating Messenger is an easy and simple process. It can be done in a few simple steps by following the above-mentioned guide. Deactivating your Messenger account will give you temporary relief from using the app without the fear of losing your conversations and messages permanently. Remember, if you want to reactivate your account, all you need to do is log in using your email and password, and all your chats and messages will be there waiting for you.