Next, select a reason from the drop-down menu next to “Why are you deleting your account?” You must pick one. A “Permanently Delete My Account” button will appear after you select a reason. And, if you hit delete correctly, your account will be permanently deleted.

Log into your Instagram account on the website. Select Delete Account from the drop-down menu. Choose one of the options provided in the pop-up window. Then, after entering your password again, hit or tap the delete button.

It’s in their best interests. The second most common reason that social networks make it difficult for you to delete your accounts is that they don’t want you to go. Most social networks’ profit models are based on having a large number of users. More users result in more money from advertisements, thus the company makes money.

The ideal strategy is to notify Instagram if something breaches the company’s regulations. The Instagram staff reviews all reported accounts and makes the final decision whether or not to delete them.

After that, you may request assistance by selecting I can’t access this email or phone number. If you select I can’t access this email or phone number a “Request Support” form will appear.