Delete a Facebook Business Page in Three Steps

To delete a Facebook business page, you go to the page settings, find the "Remove Page" option, and confirm the deletion. Facebook removes the page when ready, though the name stays reserved for 14 days in case you change your mind. After 14 days, the page and all its content — posts, photos, reviews, followers — are gone permanently.

The process takes about two minutes. You need to be an admin of the page to delete it. If you are not an admin, ask whoever created the page to make you one first, or to delete it themselves.

Key Takeaways

  • You must be an admin of the business page to delete it; if you are not, ask the page creator to promote you or delete it themselves.
  • After you delete a page, Facebook holds the name for 14 days — you can restore it during that window if you change your mind.
  • Deletion is permanent after 14 days and removes all posts, photos, reviews, followers, and messages associated with the page.
  • Deactivating a page (hiding it without deleting it) is an option if you want to pause your business presence without losing the page forever.

Step-by-Step: Delete Your Business Page

Open Facebook and go to your business page. At the top right of the page, click the three horizontal lines (the menu icon). Scroll down and select "Settings and Privacy," then click "Settings."

On the left side of the settings menu, scroll down until you see "Remove Page." Click it. Facebook will show you a warning that deletion is permanent after 14 days. Click "Delete [Page Name]" to confirm. You will see one more confirmation screen — click "Delete" again.

The page disappears from your profile and from search results when ready. During the next 14 days, only you can see the page (if you search for it directly), and you can restore it by clicking "Restore" on the page itself. After 14 days, restoration is no longer possible.

What Happens to Your Page After Deletion

All content on the page — every post, photo, video, review, and comment — is deleted. Followers lose access to the page and cannot see its history. Messages sent through the page's inbox are also removed. If customers left reviews on your page, those reviews disappear too.

The page URL (the web address) becomes unavailable when ready. If you had linked to your Facebook page from your website or other social media, those links will no longer work. You may want to update those links before you delete the page, or remove them entirely.

The 14-Day Restoration Window

After you delete a page, Facebook reserves the page name for 14 days. During this time, you are the only person who can see the page if you search for it. The page does not appear in anyone else's search results or on your profile.

If you change your mind within those 14 days, go to your page (by searching for it), and you will see a "Restore" button. Click it, and the page returns with all its original content intact. After 14 days pass, the restore option disappears and the page cannot be recovered.

Deactivating Instead of Deleting

If you are not sure you want to delete the page permanently, you can deactivate it instead. A deactivated page is hidden from the public — customers cannot find it or see its posts — but you keep the page and can reactivate it anytime without losing content.

To deactivate, go to Settings, scroll to "Deactivate Page," and click it. Choose a reason (optional), then click "Deactivate." The page disappears from search results and your profile, but it still exists. To bring it back, go to your page settings and click "Reactivate Page."

Deactivation is useful if you are closing your business temporarily, taking a break from social media, or unsure whether you will need the page again. Deletion is the right choice only if you are certain you will not need the page in the future.

If You Are Not the Page Admin

Only admins can delete a business page. If you manage the page but are not listed as an admin, ask whoever created the page to promote you to admin status first. They can do this by going to Settings, clicking "Roles," and changing your role from Editor or Moderator to Admin.

If the original page creator is no longer available or no longer works with your business, Facebook does not transfer admin rights automatically. You will need to contact the creator directly and ask them to make the change, or to delete the page themselves. If that is not possible, you can request page ownership through Facebook's business support, though this process can take time and requires documentation.

What to Do Before You Delete

Before you delete your page, read a copy of your page data if you want to keep a record. Go to Settings, scroll to "read Your Information," and click it. Select the date range and content type (posts, photos, messages), then click "Request read." Facebook will email you a file with your page's information within a few days.

Also check whether you have linked your Facebook page to other tools — Instagram, your website, email marketing software, or point-of-sale systems. Deleting the page will break those connections. Update or remove those links before you delete, so your other accounts do not show broken links or missing integrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I delete a Facebook business page if I am not the original creator?

No, only admins can delete a page. If you are not an admin, ask the creator to promote you to admin or delete the page themselves. If the creator is unavailable, contact Facebook Business Support to request ownership transfer, though this requires proof you represent the business.

What happens to customer reviews when I delete my business page?

All reviews posted on your page are deleted along with the page. However, reviews customers left on other pages (like Google or Yelp) are not affected. Only reviews specifically on your Facebook page disappear.

Can I delete a Facebook business page and create a new one with the same name?

Not when ready. Facebook reserves the page name for 14 days after deletion. After those 14 days pass, you can create a new page with the same name. If you need the name sooner, you must restore the original page first.

Will my followers be notified when I delete my business page?

No, followers do not receive a notification. They will straightforward notice the page no longer appears in their feed or when they search for it. If you want to tell customers you are closing, post an announcement before you delete the page.

Is there a way to delete a business page without losing the associated Instagram account?

Yes. If your Instagram is linked to your Facebook page, unlinking them first keeps your Instagram active. Go to your Instagram settings, find "Linked Accounts," and disconnect Facebook before you delete the page. Your Instagram will continue to exist separately.