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How to Delete Your Instagram Account

Steps on how to delete your Instagram account permanently.

⚡ Difficulty: Easy 🕐 ~10 minutes 🛡ī¸ Free guide

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1

Log in to Instagram and go to your profile page.

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Step 2

Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select 'Settings'.

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Step 3

Click on 'Account' and then click on 'Remove my account'.

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Step 4

Enter your password and click on 'Delete permanently'.

⚠ī¸ What Happens

  • loss of account data
  • loss of followers
  • loss of access to Instagram community

ℹī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: unspecified
  • Founded: 2010
  • Monthly users: over 1 billion

📝 Important Notes

You can delete your Instagram account yourself — this is a self-service process (rated easy — most people can do it in a few minutes). After deletion: loss of account data; loss of followers; loss of access to instagram community.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Instagram account?

Follow the steps in the guide above. Start by log in to instagram and go to your profile page, then complete each remaining step to finish deleting your account.

What happens when I delete my Instagram account?

Your Instagram account and its data are removed. Specifically: loss of account data; loss of followers; loss of access to Instagram community.

Can I recover my Instagram account after deleting it?

Instagram allows a recovery window of 30 days — if you change your mind within this period you may be able to restore your account. After that the deletion becomes permanent.

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