How to delete Instagram account through application?

[Prakhar02]

I want to permanently delete my Instagram account, but I’d prefer to do it directly through the app rather than a web browser. Can someone guide me through the steps?

 

[Madhav]

To delete your Instagram account via the app:

• Go to your profile > Tap the 3 lines > Settings > Help > Help Center.
• Search for "Delete Account" and select it.
• Tap the link to delete your account (opens in browser).
• Log in, select a reason, and confirm by entering your password.
• Tap Permanently delete account.

Your account is deleted after 30 days.

 

[Grayson]

To delete your Instagram account through the app, go to Settings > Accounts Center > Personal Details > Account Ownership and Control > Deactivation or Deletion, select your account, choose Delete Account, and follow the steps.

 

[Jessica]

To delete your Instagram account via the app, follow these structured steps:

1. Open Settings: Tap your profile icon, then the three lines (≡) in the top right.
2. Access Accounts Center: Go to Settings and privacy > Accounts Center.
3. Find Deletion: Select Personal details > Account ownership and control > Deactivation or deletion.
4. Confirm: Choose your account, select Delete account, provide a reason, and enter your password to finalize.

Your account will be hidden immediately and permanently deleted after 30 days.

 

[captainghost]

To delete your Instagram account through the app, open Instagram, go to Profile → Menu → Settings → Account → Delete Account. Select a reason, enter your password, and confirm. Your account and all content will be permanently removed. Instagram may delay deletion for a short period, allowing account recovery if needed.

 

[careerokay]

Open the Instagram app, go to Profile → Menu → Settings → Account → Delete Account, choose a reason, enter your password, and confirm. Your account, photos, videos, and data will be permanently deleted, with a short grace period for recovery if you change your mind.

 

[CarlosDeje]

To delete your Instagram account via the app, access Settings → Account → Delete Account, select a deletion reason, enter your password, and confirm. This permanently removes your profile, posts, and messages, although Instagram may keep your data temporarily in case you want to recover it.

 

[Bschomluecia]

On Instagram, navigate to Profile → Menu → Settings → Account → Delete Account, choose why you’re leaving, type your password, and confirm deletion. Your account and all content will be permanently erased, with Instagram allowing a short period for reversal before complete removal.

 

[BufordBag]

Deleting your Instagram account through the app involves going to Settings → Account → Delete Account, selecting a reason, entering your password, and confirming. All posts, stories, and messages will be permanently removed, though Instagram may keep a temporary recovery window before final deletion.