Delete Instagram Permanently
Instagram Resurrection Kit
Permanently delete your abandoned Instagram account to protect your digital identity
Step-by-Step Account Deletion
Download Your Data
Request and download your Instagram data including photos, videos, stories, and messages.
Instagram Data Download Tool
Settings → Security → Download Data
Navigate to Delete Page
Go to Instagram's account deletion page. Note: This must be done on a web browser.
Account Deletion Page
instagram.com/accounts/remove/request/permanent
Select Deletion Reason
Choose why you're deleting your account and re-enter your password.
Deletion Reason Selection
Select reason → Re-enter password
Permanently Delete Account
Confirm deletion. Your account will be deactivated immediately and deleted after 30 days.
Final Confirmation
Click "Permanently delete my account"
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Instagram requires permanent deletion to be done through a web browser. You can use your mobile browser but not the Instagram app itself.
After permanent deletion:
- All your photos and videos are removed from Instagram
- Photos you've shared with others in DMs will disappear
- Comments you've made on others' posts will be deleted
- Your profile becomes inaccessible
Yes, you can temporarily disable your Instagram account:
- Profile disappears until you reactivate
- Done through mobile app settings
- Can be reactivated anytime by logging in
- Different from permanent deletion
If you've already deleted your account:
- You cannot recover your data after deletion
- During the 30-day waiting period, you can log in to request data
- After permanent deletion, all data is unrecoverable
Always download your data before deletion!
