Delete Twitter Permanently
Twitter Resurrection Kit
Permanently delete your abandoned Twitter account to erase your digital footprint
Step-by-Step Account Deletion
Backup Your Tweets
Download your Twitter archive including all tweets, media, and direct messages.
Twitter Data Download Tool
Settings → Your Account → Download an archive
Initiate Deactivation
Navigate to Twitter's account deactivation page through settings.
Account Deactivation Page
Settings → Deactivate your account
Confirm Deactivation
Enter your password and confirm you want to deactivate your account.
Confirmation Screen
Password Verification and Final Warning
Wait 30 Days
Do not log in during this period. After 30 days, your account will be permanently deleted.
Deactivation Status
Account deactivated - Permanently deleting in 30 days
Frequently Asked Questions
Deactivation: Makes your account invisible immediately and starts the 30-day deletion countdown. You can reactivate by logging in during this period.
Deletion: After 30 days of deactivation, your account is permanently erased from Twitter's systems. This action cannot be undone.
Once the 30-day deactivation period has passed, your account is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. All tweets, followers, and data are irreversibly removed.
After permanent deletion:
- Your tweets will be removed from Twitter
- Your username will become available to others
- Your direct messages will be deleted from both sides
- Twitter may retain some data for legal purposes
According to Twitter's policy:
- Most data is deleted within 30 days
- Backups may be retained for up to 90 days
- Some anonymized data remains in analytics systems
- Legal copies may be kept for compliance purposes
