{"id":295371,"date":"2024-08-13T14:07:25","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T14:07:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/?post_type=how-to&p=295371"},"modified":"2024-08-13T14:07:25","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T14:07:25","slug":"how-to-deactivate-or-delete-instagram","status":"publish","type":"how-to","link":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/how-to\/how-to-deactivate-or-delete-instagram","title":{"rendered":"How to Deactivate or Delete Instagram on Desktop & Mobile in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Working on your social media<\/a> diet and want to take a break from Instagram? The good news is there’s a temporary solution. You can deactivate your Instagram account<\/a> without losing your data<\/a> and jump back in whenever you’re ready.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for a more permanent solution, you can also permanently delete your account<\/a>. Be sure to download and backup your data<\/a>, though, as once the 30-day window has passed, you can’t recover your account.<\/p>\n

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Deactivation hides your account temporarily, while deletion permanently removes all data.<\/li>\n
Download your Instagram data before making any changes to preserve your photos, videos, and information.<\/li>\n
Reactivate your account anytime by logging back in. Deleted accounts cannot be recovered.<\/li>\n
Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication to protect your account.<\/li>\n
Instagram gives you 30 days to reactivate your account after requesting deletion before it’s permanently deleted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n Key Takeaways<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n 5 Things to Consider Before Deactivating Instagram Account<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n What is the Difference Between Deactivating and Deleting Instagram Account?<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n How to Download (and Back Up) Your Instagram Data<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n How to Deactivate Instagram<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n How to Delete Instagram (on a PC, Mac, iPhone or Android)<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n The Bottom Line<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n
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\n FAQs<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <\/ol>\n
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