How to use a Meta Quest 2 or 3 without Facebook

By Elyse Betters Picaro

Updated Nov 22, 2023

You no longer need a Facebook or Instagram account to use your Quest and Rift VR headsets. Here's what you need to know.

Key Takeaways

Meta accounts allow Quest and Rift VR headset users to log in without needing a Facebook or Instagram account.
New Quest users can easily create a Meta account by downloading the Meta Quest app, while existing users can easily unlink their social profile.
Switching to a Meta account does not result in any loss of data, as purchases, friends, and game progress will automatically transfer.