How Long Does It Take for Instagram to Permanently Delete Your Account?
Learn how Instagram permanently deletes your account after a 30-day deactivation period. Know the steps and considerations before deleting.
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Instagram requires a 30-day period to permanently delete an account after requesting deletion. During this period, your account is deactivated and inaccessible to others. You have the option to log back in to reactivate your account within those 30 days. Once this period ends, all your data is irrevocably removed. It’s crucial to ensure you no longer need any data from your account before initiating this process, as recovery will not be possible after permanent deletion.
FAQs & Answers
- What happens to my data during the 30-day deletion period on Instagram? During the 30-day deletion period, your Instagram account is deactivated and cannot be accessed by anyone, including you. However, all your data remains on Instagram's servers and will be permanently removed only after this period ends.
- Can I recover my Instagram account after requesting permanent deletion? No, once you have initiated the permanent deletion process and the 30-day period has passed, your account and all data associated with it cannot be recovered.
- How do I request permanent deletion of my Instagram account? To request permanent deletion of your Instagram account, go to the 'Delete Your Account' page on Instagram's Help Center, select the reason for deletion, and follow the prompts to confirm your request.
- Is it possible to temporarily deactivate my Instagram account instead of permanently deleting it? Yes, you can temporarily deactivate your Instagram account by going to your profile, selecting 'Edit Profile,' and choosing the option to 'Temporarily deactivate my account,' which can be reversed at any time.