I've deactivated for a few weeks here and there but I always go back. Too many of my friends are dependent on it as a means of contact. I've tried to convert them to messenger only platforms like Whatsapp but that doesn't go over well.I wanted to quit for a long while but didn't because I didn't want to lose access to contacts if I needed them. Fortunately they have a "deactivate" option where I was able to essentially shut down my account and delete that cursed app off my phone but if I ever go want to go back to retrieve contacts, photos, etc., it can be reactivated. It's a pretty freeing feeling. I also thought my mom would flip out because she loves FB but she didn't even notice. The only person who noticed (including my husband) was my best friend because she tried to tag me in something and thought "did that bitch block me?"