How to Deactivate Facebook Messenger: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to deactivate Facebook Messenger by first deactivating your Facebook account. Discover alternatives for a temporary break.
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Facebook Messenger can't be deactivated separately; it links directly with your Facebook account. To deactivate Messenger, you must first deactivate your Facebook account. Once done, open Messenger, tap on your profile picture, and select 'Legal & Policies', followed by 'Deactivate Messenger'. If you only want a break, consider logging out or disabling notifications instead. This keeps your account active while providing a temporary disconnect.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I deactivate Facebook Messenger without deactivating my Facebook account? No, you can't deactivate Facebook Messenger separately; you must deactivate your Facebook account first.
- What should I do if I only want a break from Messenger? If you want a break from Messenger without deactivating your account, you can log out of the app or disable notifications.
- How do I deactivate my Facebook Messenger? To deactivate Messenger, first deactivate your Facebook account. Then, open Messenger, tap on your profile picture, go to 'Legal & Policies', and select 'Deactivate Messenger'.
- What happens to my messages when I deactivate Messenger? When you deactivate Messenger, your messages will stay and be visible to the people you were chatting with, but you will not be able to send or receive new messages.