How To Recover a Disabled Facebook Account

Did Facebook disable your account for no reason? If you believe you didn’t violate Facebook’s community policies, you can easily submit an appeal to recover your disabled account. By providing your name, ID, and other necessary information through the form, Facebook will review and decide whether to restore your account. Let us guide you on how to ask Facebook to review and reactivate your account, and how to restore an account you deactivated yourself.

Recovering Your Personal Facebook Account if Disabled

• If you see “Your account has been disabled” when signing in to Facebook, check your email to find out if you’re eligible to appeal.
• To submit an appeal, you may need to verify your phone number, submit a selfie, and sometimes provide a photo ID.
• If you disabled your own account, you can restore it by logging back into Facebook.

Method 1: If Facebook Disabled Your Account

1. Confirm Your Account Status:
   • Visit https://www.facebook.com and log in with your username and password. If you see a message saying “Your account has been disabled,” you might be able to appeal to recover it.
     • If you can’t log in: Try recovering your account at https://www.facebook.com/login/identify.
     • If your account was hacked: Follow the instructions at https://www.facebook.com/hacked to reclaim it. You can also refer to our guide on recovering a hacked account.
     • Facebook may disable your account for violating their terms and standards, such as using a fake name, impersonating someone, sending spam, or harassing other users.
2. Check Your Email for More Information:
   • Facebook will email you the details of your suspension, including the duration and whether you can appeal the decision. If you’re eligible to submit an appeal, you’ll find the option in the email.
     • If your account is temporarily disabled, the email will indicate when you’ll be able to access it again.
     • Check your Spam or Trash folder if you don’t see an email from Facebook.
3. Begin the Appeal Process:
   • Click or tap the Appeal link in the email or after logging in to your account. Note that Facebook has removed the direct appeal form, so you must look for the Appeal button or link in the email or on the login page.
     • Not all suspensions are eligible for appeal. If you can’t appeal, your only option is to create a new account.
     • You must submit an appeal within 180 days of suspension for it to be considered.
4. Provide the Requested Information:
   • During the appeal process, you’ll need to verify your identity by confirming your phone number with a code and submitting a selfie. You may also need to provide other information, such as a photo ID.
     • If required, take a photo of your driver’s license, birth certificate, learner’s permit, immigration card, tribal ID or status card, official name change paperwork, passport, or other government ID.
     • If you’re using a computer, you can take a selfie and/or photo of your ID with your phone and transfer the images to your computer.
5. Upload Additional Information if Requested:
   • If Facebook needs more information, they’ll notify you via email or text message. You have 30 days to provide the requested documentation. If you miss the deadline, your account will be permanently disabled.
     • If you don’t hear back from Facebook, try logging in again to see if the suspension has been lifted.

Method 2: If You Disabled Your Own Account

1. Log Back into Facebook:
   • If you disabled your own account, recover it by logging in using the Facebook mobile app or at https://www.facebook.com.
     • If you chose to permanently delete your account, you have a 30-day window to reactivate it.
     • If it’s been more than 30 days since you marked your account for permanent deletion, you can’t get it back. Create a new Facebook account instead.
     • If you don’t remember your password, click Forgot Password? and follow the on-screen instructions to reset it.
2. Cancel Deletion if Prompted:
   • If you deleted your account and it’s been fewer than 30 days, click Cancel Deletion to reactivate it.

Q&A for How to Recover a Disabled Facebook Account

Can I recover my account without the email address?

Yes, if you’ve provided your mobile number before your account was blocked or hacked. If that isn’t available, try contacting Facebook’s customer support for help.

What is the next step after I have my confirmation code?

Enter the confirmation code into Facebook the next time you log in.

How do I recover my account if I have forgotten the password?

You can reset your password by going to the official Facebook page, clicking on “Forgot Password,” and following the instructions.

What if the page says my account isn’t disabled when it is?

The issue might be behind the scenes. You may need to contact Facebook support and ask them for the correct steps to fix the problem. It’s possible they need to resolve it themselves.

What should I do if I get a message that says my identity has not been confirmed?

Follow any further instructions provided to confirm your identity, which may involve confirming your email address.

How do I know if my appeal about my disabled account was received?

You won’t know until Facebook contacts you or you can log in. It usually takes a short time after submitting the form to access your account again, so try logging in. If it still doesn’t work, contact Facebook and be patient.

How long is it before I receive the Facebook appeal response on a disabled account?

Facebook tries to reply as soon as possible; you should hear back within 3 to 4 business days.

What can I do if I forget my old account’s email address and password?

You have several options: reset your email and password or use a new email address to create a completely new account.

How can I access Facebook support if I can’t access my account?

After logging in, you’ll be redirected to a page where you can appeal your deactivation. If you’ve forgotten your password, you can still reset it even after the account has been disabled.

How long will it take to get an email for reactivating my Facebook account?

It shouldn’t take long after the request. Refresh your inbox and check other folders like Spam or Social. If you still don’t see it, request another email. If this doesn’t work, you might have to create a new Facebook account.

How long does it take to restore the account after filing an appeal?

The time varies depending on the exact circumstances, but it could take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.

Is it possible to appeal a Facebook deletion after the 30-day window?

No, since 30 days is the maximum time a disabled account can stay open unless you log back in.

Can I create another account with the same number?

No. If a phone number is attached to an existing account, it can’t be used for any other accounts.

How can I recover a permanently disabled Facebook account?

You cannot recover a permanently disabled account. You will need to create a new account since once a specific amount of time has passed, disabled accounts cannot be recovered.

If my Facebook account name and date of birth are not the same as on my ID card, what can I do?

Contact Facebook and explain the discrepancy. Use your real date of birth in the future, and you can hide it in the privacy settings.

My friend’s Facebook account has been disabled for more than 30 days. What should he do?

If an account has been disabled for that long, it will be permanently deleted. He should create a new account if he wishes to use Facebook again.