How to Delete Your Instagram Account
If you’ve decided to bid farewell to Instagram, you can easily delete your account. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you out:
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Visit the Instagram website: Open a web browser and go to www.instagram.com.
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Log in: Enter your Instagram account credentials (username/email and password) to access your account.
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Profile: Click on your profile picture located on the right side of the top navigation bar to access your profile page.
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Account Settings: On the profile page, click on the gear-shaped icon beside your username and select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
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Privacy & Security: In the Settings menu, scroll down and click on “Privacy & Security” located on the left side of the screen.
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Account Deletion: Under the “Data and History” section, click on “Delete Your Account” which is displayed in red.
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Choose Reason: Instagram will ask you to select a reason for deleting your account from the provided options. Choose the one that best represents your reasoning.
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Enter Password: To proceed with the deletion process, re-enter your password when prompted.
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Delete Account: Finally, click on “Permanently Delete My Account” to confirm the deletion of your Instagram account.
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Confirmation: You will see a confirmation message indicating that your account has been deleted successfully.
Please note that once you delete your Instagram account, all your photos, videos, and followers will be permanently removed, and you won’t be able to reactivate the account or retrieve any of the data. Make sure you have backed up any important content before proceeding with the deletion.
Remember, think twice before deleting your Instagram account as it cannot be undone.