How to delete my Instagram account?

 

Deleting your Instagram account is permanent, so make sure you really want to do it before proceeding.

🔴 Permanently Delete Your Account

Go to the official deletion page:

https://www.instagram.com/accounts/remove/request/permanent/⁠�

1. Log in to your Instagram account if you’re not already.
2. Select a reason for deleting your account.
3. Re-enter your password.

Click “Delete [your username]”.

👉 Once you confirm, your account will be permanently deleted after about 30 days. During this time, it’s deactivated and not visible to others.

🟡 Temporarily Deactivate Instead (Safer Option)

1. If you just need a break:
2. Log in via browser (not app).
3. Go to your profile → Edit Profile.
4. Click “Temporarily disable my account” at the bottom.
5. Choose a reason and enter your password.
6. This hides your account until you log back in.

⚠️ Important Notes

1. You can’t recover your account after permanent deletion.
2. Your photos, followers, and messages will be gone forever.
3. You can cancel deletion by logging back in before 30 days.
4. If you want, I can walk you step-by-step based on whether you’re using Android, iPhone, or PC.