Using the Instagram App
- Open the Instagram App: Ensure you are logged in to the account you want to delete.
- Go to Your Profile: Tap on your profile picture in the bottom right corner.
- Access Settings: Tap the three horizontal lines in the top right corner, then select Settings.
- Account: Scroll down and tap Account.
- Delete Account: Scroll to the bottom and tap Delete account. If you don't see this option, tap Help and search for "Delete Instagram Account".
Using a Web Browser
- Visit the Delete Your Account Page: Go to Delete Your Account on Instagram’s website.
- Log In: If you are not already logged in, enter your username and password.
- Select a Reason: From the drop-down menu, select a reason for deleting your account.
- Re-enter Password: You will need to enter your password again.
- Delete Permanently: Click Permanently delete my account.
Temporary Deactivation (if you're not sure about permanent deletion)
- Open Instagram in a Browser: Visit Instagram and log in.
- Go to Profile: Click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select Profile.
- Edit Profile: Click Edit Profile next to your username.
- Temporary Deactivation: Scroll down and click Temporarily disable my account at the bottom right.
- Reason and Password: Select a reason and re-enter your password.
- Disable Account: Click Temporarily Disable Account.
For more details and to ensure you have the latest instructions, refer to Instagram’s official help center:
By following these steps, you can either temporarily disable or permanently delete your Instagram account.