What is how to deactivate messenger?

Deactivating your Messenger account is a process that's separate from deactivating your Facebook account. Here's how you can do it:

1. Deactivating Facebook First: You must first deactivate your Facebook account before you can deactivate Messenger. This is because Messenger is tied to your Facebook profile.

2. Deactivating Messenger:

   • Open the Messenger app on your mobile device.
   • Tap on your profile picture (usually in the top left corner).
   • Scroll down and select "Legal & Policies".
   • Tap "Deactivate Messenger".
   • You might be prompted to re-enter your password for security.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm your deactivation.

Important Considerations:

• Reactivating: To reactivate Messenger, simply log back into the app with your Facebook username and password. This will also reactivate your Facebook account if it was previously deactivated.
• Deletion vs. Deactivation: Deactivating is not the same as deleting. Deactivation is temporary, while deletion is permanent. Deleting your Facebook account permanently removes your data, including Messenger data. You can not delete your Messenger account without deleting your Facebook account.
• Visibility: While your account is deactivated, people will no longer be able to find you on Messenger, and you won't receive messages. Your profile picture will disappear.
• Data Retention: Facebook retains your data even after deactivation. If you want your data permanently deleted, you need to delete your account.