If you’ve made the decision to permanently delete your Instagram account, the process can be a bit tricky but not impossible. Follow these steps carefully to ensure that your account is deleted permanently.
Step 1: Access Your Profile Settings
First, open your Instagram app and tap on your profile picture in the bottom right corner to access your profile. From there, tap on the gear icon in the top right corner to go to your Settings and privacy.
Step 2: Access Account Information
In your Settings and privacy menu, tap on “See more” under Accounts Center and then select “Personal details.” This will give you access to your account information.
Step 3: Deactivate or Delete
Once you are in your Personal details, tap on “Account ownership and control.” From there, you will find the options for account deactivation or deletion. Since you want to permanently delete your account, choose the deletion option.
Step 4: Confirm Deletion
Instagram will ask you to confirm your decision to delete your account permanently. Make sure you are certain about this decision as there is no way to recover a deleted account.
Step 5: Provide Feedback (Optional)
Instagram may prompt you to provide feedback on why you are deleting your account. This step is optional, and you can skip it if you prefer not to provide any feedback.
Step 6: Enter Your Password
As an additional security measure, Instagram will ask you to enter your password to confirm the deletion process. This is to ensure that only the account owner can delete the account.
Step 7: Final Confirmation
After entering your password, Instagram will ask you one final time if you are sure you want to delete your account permanently. Once you confirm this, your account deletion process will be initiated.
Step 8: Wait for Deletion
Instagram does not delete your account immediately. It may take some time for the deletion process to be completed. During this waiting period, your account will be temporarily deactivated.
Step 9: Account Deleted
Once the deletion process is complete, you will receive a confirmation email from Instagram stating that your account has been permanently deleted. You will no longer be able to access your account or its data.
Step 10: Clear Cache and Cookies
If you want to ensure that all traces of your account are removed, consider clearing your browser’s cache and cookies. This will help in removing any stored data related to your Instagram account.
Step 11: Explore Alternatives
If you have deleted your Instagram account but still want to stay connected with friends and family, consider using alternative social media platforms or communication methods to keep in touch.
Step 12: Enjoy the Freedom
Congratulations! You have successfully deleted your Instagram account permanently. Embrace the freedom from social media and enjoy a more private and offline life.
