How to Permanently Delete Your Instagram Account
If you're ready to say goodbye to Instagram, this guide will walk you through permanently deleting your account. We'll cover each step in detail, with screenshots to help you navigate the process.
Key Points:
- It takes 30 days for Instagram to permanently delete your account.
- If you need clarification on deleting your account permanently, you can deactivate it.
- Once your account is deleted, you will lose all your photos, videos, comments, likes, and followers.
Steps to Delete Your Instagram Account
- Open the Instagram app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Tap on your profile icon in the bottom right corner.
- Tap on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner.
- Select "Settings" from the menu.
- Tap on "Account Center" under the "Settings" section.
- Scroll down to "Personal Details" and tap on it.
- Tap "Account Ownership and Control" under the "Personal Details" section.
- Select "Deactivation or Deletion" from the "Account Ownership and Control" section.
- Choose the account you want to delete and tap on "Delete Account."
- Tap on "Continue" when prompted.
- Enter your Instagram password when prompted.
- Tap on "Continue" again.
- Select a reason to delete your account and tap "Continue" again.
- Tap on "Delete Account" to confirm your decision.
- Instagram will ask you to confirm your decision again by entering your password.
- Tap on "Delete Account" one last time.
Your account will now be deleted within 30 days. During this time, your account will be hidden from other users. After 30 days, your account and all your data will be permanently deleted from Instagram's servers.
If you change your mind before your account is deleted, you can reactivate it by logging in within 30 days. After 30 days, your account cannot be reactivated.
Additional Tips
- You can also delete your Instagram account from a computer or browser by visiting the
Instagram Help Center - If you have any problems deleting your account, contact Instagram support for help.
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