To delete an Instagram account in 2025, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app or go to Instagram.com and log into your account.
- Go to your profile and tap the menu (three lines) or click "More" on the desktop.
- Navigate to "Settings" and then to the "Accounts Center."
- Select "Personal Details," then "Account Ownership and Control," and choose "Deactivation or Deletion."
- Select the Instagram account you want to delete if you have multiple accounts.
- Choose "Delete Account" (permanent deletion) and tap "Continue."
- Pick a reason for deleting your account and tap "Continue."
- Enter your password to confirm the deletion.
- Complete the process by confirming the deletion.
Your account will enter a 30-day grace period during which you can log back in to cancel the deletion if you change your mind. After 30 days, your account and all its data will be permanently deleted.
