Quick steps: Use Instagram’s account deletion page (web), log in, choose a reason, and confirm. Deactivation is temporary; deletion is permanent.
This page covers
- Deletion vs deactivation
- Backup tips
- Step-by-step
- FAQs
- Go to Instagram’s Delete Your Account page on the web.
- Log in if prompted.
- Choose a reason and re-enter your password.
- Confirm deletion. (Deactivation is available in Settings → Accounts Center.)