How do I close my facebook account ?

[Zara A.]

I actually have done this once.
To close your account permanentaly your going to need to contact Facebook by going in their comments or concerns column.
Once your there you need to tell them why you want to close the account and ask them to delete it permanently. They will caution you that once its gone, there is no coming back. Of course you can just start a new one. If they agree, they will tell you to delete all photos - wallposts - applications on your account.

If your really worried that your going to be tempted by the deactivation scheme, just delete all the private things on the account ( pictures, convos ) change the name, and give the password to a friend to change and make them promise to never tell you. There, your problem is solved. But of course whichever you choose, its your choice.
Good Luck!