How to delete Instagram account?

To delete your Instagram account permanently, you can follow these steps, which are consistent across several sources:

Using the Instagram App on Your Mobile Device:

1. Open the Instagram App:

   • Launch the Instagram app on your iPhone or Android device.

2. Go to Your Profile:

   • Tap on your profile picture or the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen234.

3. Access the Menu:

   • Tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the top right corner of the screen.

4. Navigate to Accounts Center:

   • Select "Settings" or "Settings and privacy," then tap "Accounts Center"234.

5. Access Personal Details:

   • Tap on "Personal details" within the Accounts Center234.

6. Select Account Ownership and Control:

   • Tap on "Account ownership and control"234.

7. Choose Deactivation or Deletion:

   • Select "Deactivation or deletion" from the options provided234.

8. Select the Account to Delete:

   • Choose the Instagram account you want to delete if you have multiple accounts linked234.

9. Confirm Deletion:

   • Make sure "Delete account" is selected, then tap "Continue"234.

10. Provide a Reason (Optional):

    • You may be prompted to choose a reason for deleting your account. Select one and continue3.

11. Enter Your Password:

    • You will be asked to enter your password to confirm the deletion3.

From a Computer:

If you prefer to delete your account from a computer, follow these steps:

1. Go to Instagram:

   • Open Instagram on your web browser.

2. Click More and Settings:

   • Click "More" in the bottom left, then click "Settings"2.

3. Access Accounts Center:

   • Click "Accounts Center," then click "Personal details"2.

4. Select Account Ownership and Control:

   • Click "Account ownership and control," then click "Deactivation or deletion"2.

5. Select the Account to Delete:

   • Choose the account you want to delete2.

6. Confirm Deletion:

   • Click "Delete account," then click "Continue"2.

Additional Information

• Deletion Process: After you initiate the deletion, your access to the account will be removed in 30 days, but it may take up to 90 days to complete the deletion process. Copies of your content may remain in backup storage for recovery purposes2.
• Data Retention: Deleting your account does not guarantee immediate deletion of all your data. Instagram may retain your data for various reasons, including legal obligations and operational needs2.