How to Delete Your Instagram and Facebook Account
Are you planning to delete your Instagram or Facebook account permanently? Whether it’s for privacy concerns, digital detox, or other reasons, this guide will walk you through the steps to delete your accounts safely.
⚠ Important Things to Know Before Deleting Your Account
- Once deleted, your account and all its data cannot be recovered.
- Consider downloading your data before deleting your account.
- Deactivating is a temporary alternative if you may want to return.
🔴 How to Delete Your Instagram Account
Follow these steps to permanently delete your Instagram account:
Step 1: Log in to Instagram
- Visit the Instagram website and log in.
Step 2: Go to the Account Deletion Page
- Click this link: Instagram Account Deletion Page
- Select the reason for deleting your account.
Step 3: Confirm Your Password
- Enter your Instagram password for verification.
Step 4: Click “Delete Account”
- Your account will be permanently deleted after 30 days.
- If you log in within 30 days, the deletion will be canceled.
Tip: If you don’t want to delete your Instagram account permanently, you can choose to deactivate it temporarily.
🔵 How to Delete Your Facebook Account
Here’s how you can permanently delete your Facebook account:
Step 1: Log in to Facebook
- Go to the Facebook website and log in.
Step 2: Go to Settings
- Click your profile picture on the top-right corner.
- Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings.
Step 3: Find “Your Facebook Information”
- On the left menu, click “Your Facebook Information”.
- Select “Deactivation and Deletion”.
Step 4: Select “Delete Account”
- Choose “Permanently Delete Account” and click Continue.
Step 5: Confirm and Delete
- Enter your password for verification.
- Click Delete Account.
- Your account will be permanently deleted after 30 days.
Warning: If you log in within 30 days, your deletion request will be canceled.
💾 How to Download Your Data Before Deleting
If you want to keep a backup of your photos, videos, and posts before deleting your account, follow these steps:
For Instagram:
- Go to Settings → Security → Download Data.
- Enter your email and Instagram will send you a link to download your data.
For Facebook:
- Go to Settings → Your Facebook Information → Download Your Information.
- Select the data you want to download and click “Create File.”
📝 Final Thoughts
Deleting your Instagram or Facebook account is a major step, so ensure you download your data before proceeding. If you’re unsure, deactivation is a great alternative.
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