How to delete an instagram account
To delete an Instagram account, follow these steps:
Method 1: Delete Instagram account from the app
- Open the Instagram app on your mobile device.
- Tap the profile icon (represented by a person) in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Tap the three horizontal lines (Settings) in the top right corner of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap "Help" or "Help Center".
- Tap "Manage Your Account" and then "Delete Your Account".
- Enter your password to confirm.
- Choose a reason for deleting your account from the dropdown menu.
- Tap "Permanently delete my account" to confirm.
Method 2: Delete Instagram account from the website
- Go to the Instagram website (www.instagram.com) on your computer or mobile device.
- Click on the profile icon (represented by a person) in the top right corner of the screen.
- Click on "Edit Profile" from the dropdown menu.
- Scroll down to the "Account" section and click on "Delete Your Account".
- Enter your password to confirm.
- Choose a reason for deleting your account from the dropdown menu.
- Click "Permanently delete my account" to confirm.
Note: Before deleting your account, you may want to consider downloading your Instagram data, including your photos, stories, and other content. You can do this by going to the Instagram website, clicking on your profile icon, and then clicking on "Settings" > "Privacy and Security" > "Download Data".
What happens after you delete your Instagram account:
- Your account will be permanently deleted, and you will no longer be able to access it.
- Your profile, photos, stories, and other content will be removed from the platform.
- You will no longer receive notifications or updates from Instagram.
- You will no longer be able to use your Instagram login credentials to access other apps or services that use Instagram login.
Important: Deleting your Instagram account is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure you are certain you want to delete your account before proceeding.