you could’t do it from the mobile app.

As an alternative to deleting your account, consider limiting access to your profile bymaking your Instagram profile private.

In a web web client, navigate to the InstagramAccount Deletion pageand sign on if necessary.

navigate to Instagram’s Account Deletion page and log in if necessary.

The account deletion page is accessible only through the direct link.

it’s possible for you to’t get there from your profile.

Next toWhy do you want to delete, pick the drop-down arrow and select a reason.

Next to Why do you want to delete?, click the drop-down arrow and select a reason.

Based on your reason, Instagram suggests deletion alternatives that may be a better solution for you.

Go to theAccounts Center, and sign in if necessary.

ClickAccount ownership and control.

Instagram will suggest alternative actions to deleting your account

ChooseDeactivation or deletionin the pop-up that appears.

Choose your Instagram account.

pick the bubble to the right ofDelete account, and then clickContinue.

If you’d like to go ahead with the account deletion, enter your password and select Delete [your account name].

key in your password.

Continue following prompts (if necessary) to finish deleting your account.

What Happens When I Delete My Instagram Account?

The “See more in Accounts Center” option in Instagram settings

Unlike deactivating, deleting your Instagram account is permanent.

To keep using Instagram, you’ll have to start over with a new account.

FAQ

Just log back in as normal to start using your Instagram account again.

“Personal details” in the Meta Accounts Center

IfInstagram deactivated your account, you’ve got the option to appeal the decision.

Toforget an Instagram account on your phone, tap yourProfile>Menu>controls>bounce>Remove Account.

On Instagram.com, select yourProfile>bounce>Remove Account.

“Account ownership and control” in Accounts Center personal details

Instagram doesn’t automatically deactivate accounts after a certain number of reports.

Account bans are decided on a case-by-case basis.

“Deactivation or deletion” in Accounts Center’s “Account ownership and control” menu

Account selection in the “Deactivation or deletion” window

“Delete account” and “Continue”

Enter your password