So you’ve decided it’s time to update your Facebook profile and remove an old phone number. No worries, the process is actually quite simple. Follow these steps to delete a phone number from your Facebook account.
Accessing Facebook Settings
The first step is to tap on the top right corner of your Facebook app, which will open a dropdown menu. From there, scroll down until you find and tap on “Settings”.
Navigate to Contact Information
Within the Settings menu, look for the section titled “Account Settings”. Tap on “Personal Information” and then select “Contact Info”. This is where you can manage the contact details associated with your Facebook account.
Select Phone Number to Remove
Now that you’ve accessed your contact information, you’ll see a list of the phone numbers linked to your Facebook account. Tap on the phone number you wish to delete. This will open up the options for that particular number.
Removing the Phone Number
Once you’ve selected the phone number you want to delete, you should see an option to “Remove” it. Tap on this, and Facebook will prompt you to confirm the deletion. Confirm the action, and the phone number will be removed from your account.
Adjusting Privacy Settings
Additionally, Facebook allows you to customize who can view your phone number. By tapping on the dropdown menu next to the phone number, you can choose from options like “Only Me” to restrict visibility.
Save Changes
Don’t forget to save your changes before exiting the settings menu. This ensures that the phone number removal is successfully processed and updated on your Facebook profile.
Verification
Facebook may ask you to verify your account when making changes to contact information. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm your identity and finalize the phone number deletion.
Confirmation
After completing these steps, you should receive a confirmation message from Facebook indicating that the phone number has been successfully removed from your account.
Review Your Contact Info
Take a moment to review your updated contact information on Facebook to ensure that the changes have been made accurately. Verify that the old phone number no longer appears on your profile.
Final Steps
Congratulations! You’ve now successfully deleted a phone number from your Facebook account. Remember to keep your contact information up to date for security and communication purposes.
