HACKER Q&A
📣 pxvx

Created embarrassing FB acc 10 years ago when underage and forgot pass


When I was in middle school circa 2010-2011 and Facebook was just coming out I created an account with an embarrassing profile picture and posts/likes. Now I’ve forgot the password and it’s the #1 result on Google when you search my name. I’ve tried all ways to recover the account, but the only option is to enter a password. It’s ruining my professional life and taking a major toll on my mental health. Is there any way to get it taken down or should I begin the process of changing my legal name? If I do so will I be able to have it updated on my ID / Birth Certificate / SSN card?


  👤 Mezzie Accepted Answer ✓
If you were in middle school and under the age of 13, you legally could not consent to opening your FB account, so FB is required by law to remove it if you can prove your identity + your age at the time.

I would say go here [0] and under 'Other' write that you're this person and you were under 13 at the time and would like the account removed because it wasn't legally made. (or however much they let you write).

[0]https://www.facebook.com/help/contact/209046679279097


👤 showerrain
I assume you've tried this? https://www.facebook.com/help/231208473756221

Hopefully someone else can provide guidance. Please don't get discouraged. This will all pass soon. Happy holidays friend!


👤 TechBro8615
You could try removing it from Google as well (I believe they have a process for this?)