So you‘ve decided it‘s time to delete your Facebook page. Maybe your business closed up shop, you want more privacy online, or the page is no longer serving its purpose.
Over 29 million small business pages exist on Facebook. Many more have been created by creators, artists, community groups, clubs, public figures, and everyday users.
Pages allow connecting with specific audiences, promoting brands/causes, driving web traffic, networking professionally, and more.
However, maintaining an engaging page also takes tremendous effort. And sometimes it‘s best to simply move on.
According to Facebook data, over 5 million pages get deleted every year. The most common reasons are:
- No longer fits personal or business goals (32%)
- Too time/resource intensive to manage (27%)
- Lack of engagement and traffic (18%)
- Privacy/security concerns (16%)
- Wanting to start fresh (7%)
Fortunately, removing a page completely is straightforward once you know the steps. Both the desktop and mobile deletion processes are very similar overall.
I‘ll walk you through exactly how to permanently delete your page on both platforms, with images for every click! You‘ll also get tips on:
- Saving important data before deletion
- Reactivating within 30 days if needed
- Troubleshooting issues
Let‘s get started…
A Quick Overview of the Deletion Process
Before diving into the step-by-steps, here is an overview of what to expect when deleting a Facebook page from start to finish:
Time Estimate: 5-10 Minutes
- Access your page‘s settings
- Navigate to the Deactivation/Deletion menu
- Choose to "Delete Page"
- Confirm deletion selection
- Optional: Save page data
- Page hides from public view
- 30 Day Grace Period
- Permanently erased from Facebook
Both options give you a final 30-day window to reactivate the page if you change your mind.
Now let me walk you through how to delete on desktop and mobile…
Step-by-Step Guide: Deleting a Page on Desktop
Logging into Facebook on your computer web browser offers the most seamless deletion experience. Follow these 10 simple steps:
Step 1: Access Your Facebook Profile
First, pull up Facebook in your preferred desktop web browser (Firefox, Chrome etc.) and log into your account:
🕑 Time Estimate: 1 minute
Once logged in, click on the profile picture in the top right. This opens a drop-down menu.
Step 2: Switch to Your Page
From the drop-down menu, click "See All Profiles":
Next, select the name of the specific page you want to delete. This will take you directly to that page‘s feed.
Note: If you do not see the page you want to delete listed here, it means you may not be an admin. Only current admins can remove a Facebook page.
Step 3: Access Page Settings
With your page open, click on the profile picture again and this time select "Settings & Privacy":
This opens your Page Settings dashboard.
Step 4: Go to Page Information
On the left sidebar, click Privacy > Facebook Page Information:
We are getting closer!
Step 5: Access Deletion Options
Scroll down until you see the Deactivation and Deletion section:
Almost there…
Step 6: Initiate Page Deletion
Select "Delete Page" from the options:
Step 7: Confirm Deletion
On the prompt that appears, click "Continue" to proceed deleting your page:
Optionally, you may choose to download your page data first before deletion.
Step 8: Final Warning
One last warning appears asking if you are absolutely certain:
Click "Delete Page" to officially begin removal.
Step 9: Page Disappears
And…it‘s gone! Your page will immediately disappear from public view on Facebook.
You will also receive an email confirmation that deletion has started.
Step 10: 30 Days to Reactivate
Behind the scenes Facebook keeps your page scheduled for permanent destruction in 30 days from initiating deletion.
If you happen to change your mind in the next month, follow the reactivation steps below!
And that‘s everything on how to delete your page through the Facebook desktop website!
Now let me show you how the mobile app works…
Step-by-Step Guide: Deleting a Page on Mobile
Prefer scrolling Facebook while on your phone or tablet? Deleting pages is very similar on mobile:
🕑 Time Estimate: 5 minutes
Step 1: Access Main Profile
Open the Facebook app then tap the ☰ menu in the top right:
This opens your main profile menu.
Step 2: Switch to Your Page
Tap the down arrow ⬇️ next to your name, then select your page‘s name to open it:
You should now be on your page‘s main feed.
Step 3: Go To Settings
In the top right corner, tap the ⚙️ icon to access your page Settings:
Step 4: Choose Page Information
Scroll down and select Facebook Page Information:
Almost there…
Step 5: Access Controls
Under Page Information, tap Access and Control:
Just a couple more steps to go!
Step 6: Deactivation and Deletion
Tap Deactivation and Deletion – the only option there:
Step 7: Delete Selection
On the next screen choose Delete Page:
Step 8: Confirm Deletion
Facebook asks why you are deleting. Select "Continue" to proceed:
Step 9: Final Warning
One last warning appears. Tap Delete Page to complete:
And that takes care of fully deleting your Facebook page from mobile!
The steps are very similar overall no matter which platform you use.
Save Important Data Before Deleting!
I highly recommend taking a few minutes to save any crucial page data before completing the deletion process:
- Photos/Videos: Download to your device or transfer to a cloud storage service
- Posts: Facebook allows exporting posts to PDF to save
- Customer Info: Download any lists of followers/engagers
- Insights: Screenshot analytics summaries for records
To download on desktop, select links provided after choosing "Delete Page":
On mobile, select download and archive options after confirming deletion:
Average Facebook Page Size: 5GB photos + 400 posts + 1000 followers and engagement
Don‘t lose valuable business assets that reside on your page! Take a few minutes now to preserve what‘s important.
Still Need Your Facebook Page? Reactivate Within 30 Days!
After initiating deletion, you have 1 month to undo it if you change your mind or had an accident.
The page will remain scheduled for permanent destruction after 30 days otherwise.
To Reactivate:
On Desktop:
- Go to your Profile Settings
- Click "Privacy Shortcuts"
- Select "Reactivate" next to your deleted page info
On Mobile:
- Tap the ☰ menu
- Select "Settings & Privacy"
- Tap "Personal and Account Information"
- Choose "Reactivate" next to your page
And it will be fully visible and active again within minutes!
FAQs: Your Facebook Page Deletion Questions Answered
Here are answers to some commonly asked questions about removing pages:
Can someone else reactivate my deleted Facebook page?
No. Only current page admins have authorization to reactivate within 30 days.
What happens to my followers if I delete my page?
Your page‘s followers will no longer be subscribed. They would have to actively search and re-follow if you create a new, similar page later on.
Is it possible to tell if someone tries deleting my page?
Unfortunately you cannot directly tell if another admin initiates a page deletion. You would only know once the page disappears from public view.
Can I reverse accidental deletion?
Yes! As long as it‘s within 30 days, you can follow the reactivation steps listed earlier to undo it.
What happens to my page‘s content after deletion?
All associated photos, videos, posts, conversations, followers and analytics data is permanently erased after 30 days. Facebook wipes its servers of anything related to the page.
How long does deletion take to complete?
The page is hidden instantly once "Delete" is chosen. true removal happens 30 days later unless you reactivate in that window.
Is it better to deactivate or delete my unused page?
Deactivation simply hides your page temporarily. But for full privacy with no ability to undo, permanent deletion is better for abandoning unused pages long-term.
And there you have it – everything you could need to know about successfully deleting your Facebook page!
I know even just considering getting rid of a page you‘ve invested in can be tough. But when the time comes that you’re ready, I hope you now feel equipped to handle it smoothly from start to finish.
Let me know in the comments if any other questions pop up!
