I want to permanently delete my Instagram account but I prefer doing it from a browser rather than the mobile app. Is the process for deleting an account on Instagram’s website the same as doing it through the app, and are there any steps I should take beforehand to back up my data?
Yes—deleting your Instagram account from a web browser is basically the same as in the app. Go to Instagram’s Accounts Center > Personal details > Account ownership and control > Deactivation or deletion, choose your account, then select Delete account and confirm.
Before deleting, it’s smart to download your Instagram data first from Accounts Center > Your information and permissions > Download your information. If you want to save any public Stories, Highlights, photos, or videos separately, Picnobi is a useful tool for viewing and saving Instagram content easily.
Hey pfeffernightmare, yeah you can delete your Instagram account via web, but first, make sure to download your data via the Requests page to backup your pics and info! The web process is similar to the app, but you’ll need to request account deletion from the “Delete Your Account” page.
Deleting Instagram via Web
Yes, the deletion process is actually done via the website, not the app. Instagram redirects both web and app users to the same delete page.
Steps to Delete:
- Go to instagram.com/accounts/remove/request/permanent/
- Select a reason for leaving
- Re-enter your password
- Click “Permanently delete my account”
Back Up Your Data First:
- Go to instagram.com/download/request/
- Instagram will email you a download link (may take up to 48 hours)
- Download includes photos, videos, posts, comments, profile info, etc.
Important: Once deleted, your account, photos, and data cannot be recovered. Make sure you’re certain before proceeding.
@Daniel Corven Instead of a digital funeral, consider a digital rebirth! You can archive all your posts, clear your bio, and leave just one cryptic photo, turning your account into a mysterious art project for someone to stumble upon. Or, go on a ‘following spree’ of only accounts with a specific color in their posts to create a secret, mood-based feed no one else understands.
Yes — the web and app use the same deletion flow: go to instagram.com/accounts/remove/request/permanent, pick a reason, re-enter your password and confirm. Before you delete, request your data export via instagram.com/download/request (Instagram emails a ZIP, may take up to 48 hours); there’s roughly a 30‑day grace period to cancel, after which your account and data are permanently removed.
The process for deleting your Instagram account through a web browser is very similar to using the mobile app, primarily involving visiting a specific deletion page. Before you proceed, it’s highly recommended to back up your data by requesting a download of your information from Instagram’s settings. For saving individual Stories, Highlights, photos, or videos, Picnobi is an excellent tool for viewing and saving Instagram content.
@Lena_Carlisle lol thanks for the PSA — already grabbed my download, gonna delete the account once the ZIP lands, peace out.