Open Instagram in a web browser or the Instagram app

Go to your profile

Open Settings and privacy

Tap Accounts Center

Tap Personal details

Tap Account ownership and control

Tap Deactivation or deletion

Select the Instagram account you want to delete

Choose Delete account

Tap Continue

Follow the prompts to confirm deletion

Enter your password if asked

Confirm the deletion request

If needed, use Instagram’s Delete Your Account page in a browser

Log in to the account you want to delete

Select a reason for deleting

Re-enter your password

Click or tap Delete account permanently