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How to Permanently Delete an IG Account via PC or Mobile Phone, Also Learn the Guide to Temporarily Deactivate

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Kapanlagi.com - It cannot be denied that Instagram does not always provide benefits and good influence. Because, on Instagram, there are many things that we can find. Not only interesting things, but also things that we may not like. Some people are starting to feel bored with social media that has emerged since 2010. No wonder, now some people are looking for a way to permanently delete their IG account.

In addition to feeling bored, there are actually various reasons why some people decide to leave Instagram or IG. Some people feel that Instagram can have a negative impact on real life. Because since Instagram became popular, some people focus more on their image on social media. As a result, they lose focus on the things they do in real life.

It takes determination to permanently delete an IG account. Because after being permanently deleted, the account will disappear and cannot be reactivated. This means that various posts, comments, likes, and dm messages in that account will never be accessible again. This means that if you want to be active on Instagram again in the future, you have to create a completely new account.

So, do you still want to permanently delete your IG account? If yes, you can directly read and follow some ways to permanently delete an IG account below.

1. How to Permanently Delete IG Account with PC

Playing Instagram has become a common thing to do. Therefore, it can be almost certain that every user already knows and masters the features available in this social media application. However, maybe not with the way to permanently delete an IG account. Because, deleting an IG account cannot be done through the application.

Users must access their IG account through a browser. Thus, the way to permanently delete an Instagram account can also be done through a PC or laptop. Well, for more details, you can follow the steps to delete an IG account with a PC or laptop below.

1) Open a browser on your PC or laptop, then access the website www.instagram.com.

2) Then, log in to your IG account with your username and password.

3) After that, open the link https://www.instagram.com/accounts/remove/request/permanent/

4) Next, you can choose one of the reasons why you want to delete your IG account.

5) Finally, enter your password. If you are sure you want to permanently delete your Instagram account, click 'Permanently Delete My Account'.

2. How to Permanently Delete IG Account with Mobile Phone

If you don't have a laptop or PC, you don't need to worry. You can still permanently delete your IG account using your mobile phone. The method of permanently deleting an IG account with a mobile phone is also easy and practical. However, you still cannot do it through the application. Just like when deleting an IG account using a PC or laptop, this time you have to do it through the browser.

Here's how to permanently delete an IG account through a mobile phone.

1) First, open the Instagram application on your mobile phone, then log in to your Instagram profile.

2) Then, select the three-line icon in the upper right corner. Then go to the 'Settings' menu at the bottom, then select the 'Help Centre' option.

3) Next, you will be directed to the help.instagram.com site.

4) Then select the 'Manage Your Account' menu. Then continue by selecting the 'Delete Your Account' menu.

5) Select 'How Do I Delete My Account?'. Then, from the available options, select number one and click 'Page to Delete Your Account'.

6) After that, select one of the reasons why you want to delete your Instagram account.

7) Finally, enter the password or passphrase of your Instagram account, then click 'Permanently Delete My Account'.

3. How to Deactivate Temporary IG Account

As mentioned earlier, permanently deleting an IG account will last forever. Therefore, before doing so, it needs to be carefully considered. If you are still unsure about permanently deleting your account, temporarily deactivating it could be a solution.

With this method, you can temporarily remove your IG account. Then, you can reactivate it when you are ready and want to. This way, you will not lose all your posts, tags, likes, comments, and dm messages. The steps to temporarily deactivate an IG account are as follows.

1) First, open a browser on your PC or mobile and go to www.instagram.com.

2) Then, log in using your Instagram account.

3) Once logged in, go to the profile menu and select edit profile.

4) Scroll down to the bottom. In the bottom right corner, there will be an option to 'Temporarily Disable My Account' or 'Nonaktifkan sementara Akun Saya'.

5) Next, choose one of the reasons why you want to deactivate your Instagram account.

6) Finally, enter your password, then click 'Temporarily Disable Account'. Instagram will automatically deactivate your account temporarily.

4. How to Reactivate an IG Account

To reactivate an IG account that was previously deactivated is also very easy. You only need to login with your username and password as usual. By logging in as usual, you will automatically be able to access your IG account as before.

However, there is one note that needs to be known if you want to deactivate an IG account. You can deactivate an account that has just been reactivated. However, to deactivate it for the second time, you need a minimum of one week. In other words, before one week is up, you cannot deactivate your IG account for the second time.

Those are some ways to permanently delete an IG account that can be done through mobile phones or PCs. Hopefully, it's useful and always remember to think carefully before doing it!

(kpl/gen/psp)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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