Posted by Remember, once you delete your Instagram account, you won’t be able to reactivate it or retrieve any of the data or content you had on your profile. Make sure you have backed up any important information or media before deleting your account.
To delete your Instagram account, you can follow these steps:
- Open a web browser and go to the Instagram website (instagram.com).
- Log in to the account you want to delete. Please note that you cannot delete your Instagram account from the mobile app.
- Once you’re logged in, go to the “Delete Your Account” page. You can access it directly using this link: https://www.instagram.com/accounts/remove/request/permanent/.
- On the account deletion page, you will be asked to provide a reason for deleting your account from the drop-down menu. Select the reason that best fits your situation.
- After selecting the reason, re-enter your password in the field provided.
- The option to permanently delete your account will appear. Click on “Permanently delete my account.”
- A pop-up message will appear, asking you to confirm that you want to delete your account. Read the message carefully, as it provides important information about the consequences of deleting your account. If you’re sure you want to proceed, click “OK.”
- Your Instagram account will now be scheduled for deletion. It may take some time for the deletion process to complete. During this time, your account will be deactivated but still restorable if you change your mind. After a few days, your account and all associated data will be permanently deleted.
Before deleting an Instagram account, what steps need to be taken as a precautions
Before deleting your Instagram account, it’s a good idea to take some precautions to ensure you don’t lose any important data or connections. Here are a few steps you can take as precautions:
- Download your data: Instagram allows you to download a copy of all the data associated with your account, including photos, videos, comments, and direct messages. To do this, go to your Instagram profile, click on the menu icon (three horizontal lines), select “Settings,” then choose “Privacy and Security.” Scroll down to find the “Data Download” option and follow the instructions to request your data. Instagram will email you a link to download your data.
- Save your photos and videos: If you have specific photos or videos on your Instagram account that you want to keep, it’s a good idea to save them to your device or backup service. You can either download them individually from the Instagram app or use third-party tools designed for bulk media download.
- Inform your contacts: If you have important connections or followers on Instagram, consider informing them in advance about your intention to delete your account. This way, they can stay connected with you through other means, such as providing them with your email address, sharing your social media handles on other platforms, or directing them to your personal website or blog.
- Update your linked accounts: If you have connected your Instagram account to other platforms or services, such as Facebook, Twitter, or third-party apps, make sure to update or disconnect those connections before deleting your account. This includes revoking access to third-party apps that you may have authorized to access your Instagram data.
- Save important information: If you have any important information stored in your Instagram bio, captions, or comments, consider copying and saving it elsewhere, such as in a text document or note-taking app.
By taking these precautions, you can ensure that you have copies of your data, inform your connections about your departure, and retain any important information before permanently deleting your Instagram account
After deleting an Instagram account, would I be able to create a new one
Yes, after deleting your Instagram account, you can create a new account if you wish. Deleting your account permanently removes your profile, photos, videos, comments, and followers. However, it does not prevent you from creating a new account with a different username or email address.
If you decide to create a new Instagram account, you can sign up using the Instagram mobile app or the website. Keep in mind that you will be starting fresh with a new profile, and none of your previous account data or followers will carry over to the new account.
