My personal Facebook account is suspended or disabled Account Help 

Did Facebook disable your account for no reason? If you believe your account was disabled by mistake and you didn’t violate any of Facebook’s community standards, don’t worry—there is a way to recover your disabled Facebook account. By submitting an appeal and verifying your identity, you may be able to restore access. Whether Facebook disabled your account or you deactivated it yourself, this guide will walk you through how to get your Facebook account back.

If you try to sign in to Facebook and see the message "Your account has been disabled", there may still be a way to recover it. First, check your email for details about your account status.

If you’re eligible to appeal, Facebook will provide a link where you can verify your identity and submit a request for review. You may need to confirm your phone number, upload a selfie, or send a valid photo ID to verify your account.

If you deactivated your Facebook account yourself, simply logging back in will reactivate it—unless you requested permanent deletion.

1. Confirm Your Account Was Disabled

Go to facebook.com and try logging in. If you see a message saying your account has been disabled, you might be able to appeal.

• Can’t log in? Try facebook.com/login/identify.
  
  

• If your account was hacked, visit facebook.com/hacked.
  
  

Facebook disables accounts that violate its policies—like using fake names, sending spam, or engaging in harassment. Review the Facebook Terms of Service and Community Standards.

2. Check Your Email for Suspension Info

Facebook usually emails you when they disable your account. Check your inbox (and spam folder) for messages that explain why your account was disabled and whether you can appeal.

• If your account was temporarily disabled, the email will mention how long the suspension lasts.
  
  

• No email? Check your Trash or Spam folders just in case.
  
  

3. Use the Appeal Link to Submit a Request

If you’re allowed to appeal, you’ll find a button or link in the email or when trying to log in. Facebook removed its old appeal form, so follow the steps they provide.

• Appeals must be submitted within 180 days of the account being disabled.
  
  

• If your case isn’t eligible for appeal, you’ll need to create a new account.
  
  

4. Verify Your Identity

Facebook will ask for identity verification. You may need to:

• Confirm your phone number
  
  

• Submit a selfie
  
  

• Upload a government-issued ID like a driver’s license, passport, or birth certificate
  
  

Use your smartphone to take clear photos, then upload them via Facebook’s request form.

5. Submit Additional Information if Needed

Sometimes Facebook may ask for more documentation. You’ll have 30 days to respond. If you don’t reply in time, your account could be permanently disabled.

• If you don’t hear back, try logging in again after a few days to check if your account has been reactivated.

1. Log Back In to Reactivate

If you deactivated your Facebook account manually, you can reactivate it by simply logging in again using the app or website.

2. Act Quickly if You Requested Permanent Deletion

Facebook allows 30 days to cancel deletion. After that, your account is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.

• To restore it within 30 days, just sign in and click Cancel Deletion.
  
  

If you’ve forgotten your password, click Forgot Password? and follow the steps to reset it.

Yes—if your mobile number is linked to the account, you can use it to recover access.

Check your spam folder and make sure your phone/email is working. Try requesting a new code.

It usually takes 3–7 business days, but some cases can take longer depending on the issue.

No. If your number is tied to a disabled account, you must use a different phone number.

Unfortunately, if Facebook doesn’t respond or denies your appeal, you may need to create a new account.

No. After 30 days, deleted Facebook accounts are permanently erased.

Contact Facebook support and explain the issue. Make sure to use your real information on your profile going forward.

Recovering a disabled Facebook account can take time. Follow the instructions carefully, provide all requested information, and be patient. If you’re unable to recover the account, consider creating a new one with updated contact info.