How to delete your Instagram account: detailed instructions

How to delete your Instagram account? As it turned out, not all users know how to do this. So catch

Below are detailed instructions on how to delete an Instagram page via phone.

Delete account and page on Instagram

Since its introduction in 2010, Instagramhas become one of the largest social platforms. The network, which at first was focused only on sharing photos, now has chat, stories and shopping features. Instagram is popular among all age groups and is used by millions of people every day. Instagram now also acts as a business tool for influencers and companies, targeting a wide range of consumers in the market.

But what if you want to leave this network anddelete your Instagram account? What if you want to completely delete your Instagram page permanently? There is no option found in Instagram apps for Android and iOS that allows you to delete your account. Nevertheless, there is a way out.

Next, I'll show you how to delete or temporarily disable your Instagram account, how to save your Instagram photos, and how to log out of Instagram.

How to delete your Instagram account

There are two ways to disable your accountInstagram. The first — delete your Instagram account permanently. By permanently deleting your account, you waive the right to ever restore it, and Instagram will delete all of your information from its database. The second way to “delete” your account — temporarily disable it. This means that your account will no longer be visible online and will barely exist, but you will always have the option to turn it back on.

How to permanently delete your Instagram on iPhone

To delete your account on an iOS device:

  1. First, log into Instagram using the Safari browser.
  2. Then, in a new tab, you enter the official Instagram account deletion page.
  3. After that, on the page you answer why you want to delete your account and enter your password.
  4. Then you click "Delete" and you are officially logged out of the social network.

How to permanently delete your Instagram on Android

You delete your account on an Android device in the same way as on an iOS device:

  1. You log in via browser — for example Chrome.
  2. Then you enter the official Instagram account deletion page.
  3. You follow the instructions and your account is deleted.

How to temporarily disable your Instagram account

To temporarily deactivate your Instagram account:

  1. You log into the mobile version of Instagram using a browser.
  2. Then you click on the section of your profile.
  3. From there you click on "Edit Profile".
  4. You scroll down and see a button in the lower right corner that says "Temporarily disable my account". You have pressed the button.
  5. You then answer why you are disconnecting your account and re-enter your password.
  6. You hit "Temporarily disable my account" again and you're done.

How to Download Instagram Photos on iPhone or Android

To download photos you've uploaded to Instagram:

  • You open the mobile app.
  • From there, you go to your profile section and click on the options, which can be found in the upper right corner as three dashed lines.
  • Then you click on "Settings".
  • Then click "Security"
  • Then you click "Load Data".
  • From there, you click "Request Download" and after 48 hours Instagram will email you a link to a file containing your photos, comments, and profile information.