how to delete Instagram account?
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It’s not too complicated to get rid of your Instagram profile, but there are some things worth noting. First, there are two options for making your Instagram account disappear: You can delete it temporarily or permanently. The main difference is that deleting it permanently will erase all your photos and videos. Suspending it will simply make your data invisible, but all your content will be there when you decide to come back.
For those that are taking this step, you might also want to check out our guide to deleting Facebook accounts as well. Ready? Let’s take you through the steps for each method.
How to temporarily disable your account:
- Use a browser to go to Instagram.com (you can’t do it from the application).
- Log in.
- Click on the profile button in the top-right corner.
- Next to your profile picture and user name, select “Edit Profile”.
- Scroll down and select the “Temporarily disable my account” link.
- Select a reason why you are disabling your account.
- Re-enter your password.
- Click on the button that says “Temporarily Disable Account”.
- To reactivate the account, simply log back into it.
How to delete your Instagram account permanently
- From a browser, go to Instagram’s dedicated page for deleting accounts.
- If you are not logged in, you will be asked to do so.
- Select your reason for deleting the account.
- Re-enter your password.
- Select the red button stating: “Permanently delete my account”.
- Your account is now gone.
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