"I wish I could automatically message them and easily collect their email/phone #s with minimal effort...probably a way but I haven't looked into it." Have you

"I wish I could automatically message them and easily collect their email/phone #s with minimal effort...probably a way but I haven't looked into it." Have you considered asking for their email address? Could send them a private message on Facebook saying you're considering leaving Facebook but would still like to keep in touch. I imagine most people would be fine with sharing their email address if they've already linked up with you on Facebook.