Instagram : If you want to permanently delete your Instagram account and never get it back, Many people think the process is difficult, but actually, it is very simple. You only need to follow a few easy steps.
Important Warning Before You Delete
Before you permanently delete your account, remember these things:
- All your photos, videos, followers, messages, stories, reels, likes — everything will be removed forever.
- You cannot recover your account after permanent deletion.
- If you log in again within the given date, your account will be restored.
- After 30 days (or the date shown), the account will be deleted forever.
So think carefully before you continue.
⭐ Step-by-Step Guide to Permanently Delete Your Instagram Account
Follow these easy steps:
Step 1: Open Your Instagram App
Open your Instagram account. It does not matter if your account is:
- Private
- Public
- Professional
You can delete any type of account.
Step 2: Go to Menu
At the top-right corner, you will see three horizontal lines (menu).
Tap on them.
Step 3: Search “Delete”
When the menu opens, tap on the search bar and type:
DEL or Delete
Instagram will show an option called:
“Deactivation and Deletion”
Tap on it.
Step 4: Choose Your Profile
Instagram will ask which account you want to delete (if you have multiple accounts).
Choose the account you want to remove.
Step 5: Choose Between Deactivate or Delete
You will see two options:
- Deactivate Account – Temporary
- Delete Account – Permanent
If you want to remove the account forever, choose Delete Account.
Step 6: Continue and Review Your Data
Instagram will show a summary of your account:
- When you created the account
- Number of followers
- Number of posts
- Number of reels
- Saved items
- Stories
This is to remind you what you will lose permanently.
If you are sure, click Continue.
Step 7: Select the Reason for Deleting
Instagram will ask:
“Why are you deleting your account?”
You can choose any reason like:
- Privacy concerns
- Created a new account
- Want a break
- Cannot find value in Instagram
Select the reason and press Continue.
Step 8: Enter Your Password
Instagram will now ask for your account password for security reasons.
Enter your password and tap Continue.
Step 9: Confirm Permanent Deletion
You will now see a final message:
“Confirm Permanent Account Deletion”
Tap on Delete Account.
Your account will log out automatically.
⭐ Very Important: Do Not Log In Again
After you press the delete button, Instagram will show a date like:
“Your account will be permanently deleted on December 29.”
This means:
- If you log in before December 18, your account will be restored automatically
- If you do not log in, your account will be deleted forever
So if you want permanent deletion, do not open the account for at least 7–10 days.
After 30 days (or the date Instagram shows), your account will be removed permanently.
⭐ What Happens After Permanent Deletion?
Once your account is permanently deleted:
- Your username becomes available to others (sometimes not)
- All your content is erased
- You cannot recover anything
- You cannot use that account again
It becomes 100% permanently deleted.
⭐ Tips Before Deleting Your Account
Here are some useful tips:
✔ Save your photos and videos
✔ Backup your chats
✔ Note down important contacts
✔ Inform your friends or followers (if needed)
✔ Make sure you really want to delete the account
Because once it is gone, it can never come back.
⭐ Final Thoughts
Deleting an Instagram account permanently is very easy. You only need to follow the simple steps:
- Menu → Search “Delete”
- Choose “Delete Account”
- Give reason
- Enter password
- Confirm deletion
And most importantly:
👉 Do not log in again until Instagram deletes it permanently.
If you follow all these steps correctly, your Instagram account will be gone forever.
