Go to Instagram.com in your browser and log in to your Instagram account. Go to the Delete Your Account page from a mobile browser or computer. Select an option from the “Why do you want to delete [account name]?” menu and re-enter your password. The option to permanently delete your account will only appear after you’ve selected a reason and enter your password. Click or tap Delete [username].
Open the Instagram app on your iPhone and log into your Instagram account. Tap Profile or your profile picture in the bottom right to go to your profile. Tap More options in the top right, then tap Settings. Tap Account, then tap Delete account at the bottom. Tap Delete account, then tap Continue deleting account. Select an option from the “Why do you want to delete [account name]?” option and re-enter your password. The option to permanently delete your account will only appear after you’ve selected a reason and entered your password. Tap Delete [username], then tap OK to confirm.
What happens after you request permanent deletion?#
After 30 days of your account deletion request, your account and all your information will be permanently deleted. After 30 days, you won’t be able to retrieve your information. During those 30 days, the content is not accessible to other people using Instagram. It may take up to 90 days to complete the deletion process after it begins.
