How To Deactivate Instagram Account: Here Is A Step-By-Step Guide

Social media is a deep ocean of information, entertainment, and socialising. Social media platforms allow us to network extensively and make friends from every corner of the world. Additionally, we can learn about current affairs and bust our stress by watching entertaining content. Entrepreneurs also use these platforms for advertising and marketing their products and services.

However, this deep web can sometimes become overwhelming and expose you to cyber crimes or mindless scrolling that can hamper your cognitive functioning in the long run. If you are facing similar issues and want to deactivate or delete your Instagram account, follow this guide. 

How To Deactivate Instagram Account On Android App

1. Tap on the profile option or your profile picture at the bottom right corner to head to your profile
2. Tap the More option at the top right corner
3. Click on Accounts Centre, then select Personal Details
4. Choose Account Ownership and Control and click on Deactivation or Deletion.
5. Select the account you would like to deactivate
6. Click on Deactivate Account and tap Continue
7. Re-write your password and select Continue
8. Choose the reason for deactivation and click on Continue
9. Tap Deactivate account

How To Deactivate Instagram Account On iPhone App

1. Tap on your profile or profile picture at the bottom right to visit your profile
2. Click on the More options at the top right
3. Choose Accounts Centre and select the Personal Details option
4. Click on Account Ownership and Control and tap Deactivation or Deletion
5. Select the Instagram account you'd like to deactivate
6. Choose Deactivate Account and click on Continue
7. Re-enter your password and choose the Continue option
8. Choose the reason for deactivating account and select Continue
9. Click on the Deactivate Account option

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How To Deactivate Instagram Account On Computer Browser

1. Log into your Instagram account on a computer (Gaming PC) browser
2. Click on the Menu/More at the bottom left corner
3. Tap Settings
4. Choose the Accounts Centre option and tap Personal details
5. Select Account Ownership and Control and choose Deactivation or Deletion
6. Choose the account you'd like to deactivate
7. Tap Deactivate Account and click on Continue
8. Re-write your password and choose the Continue option
9. Choose the reason for deactivation and tap Continue
10. Click on Deactivate account

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