How to delete Instagram account

Today we will learn about how to delete Instagram Account Permanently so please follow the steps as it is and remember on thing after deleting an account permanently you can’t recover it so please don’t do it if you want your account back if you want to hide it from the public for a short period you can disable your account instead of deleting it we will explain how to disable an instagram account later in this article.

Before starting the deletion process please understand that there are two options

  • Delete an Instagram account
  • Deactivate Instagram account

Delete an Instagram account

Step 1. To delete an Instagram account first you need to open the Instagram App then you have to select the profile you want to delete in case you have multiple accounts log in and delete the correct one only so switch to the account that you want to delete.

Step 2. Then you need to go to your profile settings which appears when you go to your account by clicking your profile picture at the bottom right and then click on the three lines on the top right you will find settings open.

Step 3. Click on Help and after that Help Center you will again find three lines on the top click on that and select Manage your account there you will find Delete your account click on that.

Step 4. Then you need to Confirm deletion and write your password then your account will be deleted but still you have 30 days to get it back. The account will be permanently gone after 30 days.

I recommend you instead of deleting the account try to deactivate then it won’t be visible to other users and you can get it back when ever you need.

Deactivate or Disable an Instagram account

Step 1. Log in to Instagram with the help of a web browser.

Step 2. Then Tap on the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.

Step 3. Then Tap on the Edit Profile icon.

Step 4. Then Scroll down to the bottom of the page and select the Temporarily Disable My Account option.

Step 5. Then you need to give a reason why you want to temporarily delete your Instagram account after that re-enter your password to confirm your identity.

Step 6. Now, you need to tap on the Temporarily Disable Account button to close Instagram account temporarily.

FAQ

1. What will happen if you delete or deactivate your Instagram Account?
Deleting or deactivating your Instagram account will remove all your profile information, followers, likes, posts, and comments from the Instagram platform and now no one can see it.

2. Is it possible to deactivate an Instagram account twice?
Yes, you can deactivate your Instagram account twice if you are doing it temporarily. But do keep in mind that once you deactivate your Instagram account, you will have to wait at least a week to deactivate it again.

3. How many times is it possible to deactivate an Instagram account?
You are allowed to temporarily deactivate your Instagram account once a week. In other words, if you disable your Instagram account this week and then come back for some reason, you cannot disable it again until the week is over.

4. What will I lose if I delete the Instagram app from my smartphone?
If you just uninstall the Instagram app from your smartphone, then you will not lose any data at all every data including posts, your comments, Your followers, following list will also remain unchanged as they are stored in Instagram server not on your personal Device. To get your Instagram Data back you can reinstall the Instagram app anytime and log in to your account using your unique credentials and start using the platform again as it is.

5. Does Instagram store the deleted accounts?
Yes, Instagram stores all information about the deleted account including its posts and other stuff as their record.

Once the account is permanently deleted, there is no way to recover it as per the Instagram Platform. But we have seen cases In which people try contacting Instagram support to recover the deleted account and get their account back but that entirely depends on how you present your case the sole decision maker is the Instagram support team only.