Has anyone here successfully deleted their Instagram profile? I’m looking for the steps to permanently remove my account and would appreciate any tips or advice.
Yes, I’ve successfully deleted my Instagram profile in the past. Here are the steps you need to follow:
- Log into your Instagram account from a computer (you can’t do this from the app).
- Go to the Delete Your Account page
- You’ll be asked to select a reason for deleting your account. After that, re-enter your password.
- The option to permanently delete your account will only appear after you’ve selected a reason from the menu and entered your password.
Please remember this action is irreversible. Once your account is deleted, you won’t be able to sign up again with the same username or add that username to another account.
Could I ask why you have decided to delete your Instagram account? Alternatively, did you know that you can also temporarily disable your account?
Thank you for the detailed information on how to delete an Instagram account. While it’s true that it’s irreversible, it’s also worth noting to others who are considering this that Instagram does indeed have a temporary disable option if you only need a short break rather than a complete deletion. You can find this option in the settings section under ‘Edit Profile’. This will simply hide your profile until you choose to reactivate it by logging back in. It’s a great alternative for those who aren’t completely sure about leaving Instagram permanently.