How to Delete Your Instagram Account Permanently
Deleting your Instagram account is permanent: your profile, photos, videos, comments and followers are removed for good. Download your data first, and consider deactivating if you’re not sure.
Back up your data before deleting
In “Accounts Center” → “Your information and permissions” → “Export your information” you can download your photos, videos and messages. After deletion you can’t access them anymore.
How to delete your Instagram account
- 1Open “Accounts Center” from the ☰ menu.
- 2Tap “Personal details” → “Account ownership and control” → “Deactivation or deletion”.
- 3Choose the account and select “Delete account”.
- 4Pick a reason, enter your password and confirm.
The 30-day window
After you request deletion, your account is hidden for 30 days. If you log in during that time, the deletion is cancelled. After 30 days the account is permanently deleted; fully removing content from Instagram’s systems can take up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Can a deleted Instagram account be restored?
Yes, if you log in within 30 days. After that the account and content can’t be recovered.
Can I create a new account with the same email?
Yes, once the old account is permanently deleted you can use the same email or phone number.