[Fixed] Why Can’t I Deactivate My Instagram Account?

Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms nowadays. Millions of users use Instagram daily to share photos, videos, reels, etc. However, sometimes, users might need a break from Instagram. That’s why Instagram has an account deactivation option that allows you to deactivate your Instagram account for some time. But, many Instagram users have recently faced an issue where they can’t deactivate their Instagram accounts.

It might show “There was a problem deactivating your account” or simply they don’t get the option to deactivate their account. If you are facing the same issue, and can’t deactivate your Instagram account, then you just have come to the right place. Below, we have described how you can fix this issue on Instagram, and deactivate your account without any issues. So, just follow the guide below to do that. You can also read about adding temperature to your Instagram story.

How to Deactivate Your Instagram Account?

It’s really easy to deactivate your account on this platform. Below, we have described how you can do that on a PC or smartphone.

1. On PC

If you are using Instagram on your PC, then the account deactivation process is straightforward. Below, we have described how you can do that.

1. First of all, open the Instagram website on your PC.
2. Then, click on the “Edit Profile” option.
3. At the bottom of the page, you’ll get the “Temporarily deactivate my account” option.
4. It’ll ask for the reason for deactivating your account, and your account password. Enter it and proceed.

That’s it. It’ll deactivate your account.

2. On Smartphone

Usually, the account deactivation option on the Instagram app is located in the Settings>Account>Deactivate option. However, for some users, this option might not appear. And they might face the issue where they can’t deactivate their account. However, if you are not getting the option to deactivate your account, just follow the steps below. We have described how you can do that.

1. First of all, open the Instagram app on your device.
2. Then, click on your profile picture and go to Settings>Help>Help Center option from there.
3. There, search for “Deactivate account” and you’ll get a link to open Instagram in your browser, open it.
4. Now, click on your profile picture from the right corner, and click on the “Edit profile” option.
5. There., you’ll get the “Temporarily deactivate my account” option. Click on it.
6. Then, choose the reason and enter your password.

That’s it. It’ll deactivate your account.

Why Can’t I Deactivate My Instagram Account?

If the above method of deactivating your Instagram account is not working, then there could be several reasons behind this issue. Below, we have described the reasons.

• If you are trying to deactivate your account from your smartphone, make sure you are using the help center to deactivate the account.
• Instagram allows users to deactivate the account once a week. So, if you are trying to deactivate your account multiple times in a week, then you can face this issue.
• It could also happen if you have linked 3rd party apps with Instagram. If you are using a 3rd party Instagram management tool, then it can prevent you from deactivating the account.
• It could also be a bug in the Instagram app why you can’t deactivate your account.

Below, we have described the possible solutions that’ll help you fix the can’t deactivate Instagram account issue. Follow the guide below to do that.

How to Fix Can’t Deactivate My Instagram Account Issue?

1. Unlink 3rd Party Apps

If you have linked any 3rd party app to your Instagram account, you have to unlink it and then try. Follow the guide below to do that.

1. First of all, open the Instagram app on your device.
2. Then, click on your profile picture from the right corner.
3. Now, click on the menu icon and go to the Settings>Security option.
4. There, you’ll get the “Apps and Websites” option. Click on it.
5. You’ll get the list of active 3rd party apps linked to your Instagram account. Remove them.

That’s it. After removing the 3rd party apps and websites, try to deactivate your Instagram account.

2. Update Instagram

If the Instagram app has a bug, and because of this, you can’t deactivate your account, then you can update the app and then check if it works. Just open Google Play Store or App Store on your device, and search for the Instagram app. Then, click on the “Update” option and update it.

3. Contact Instagram Support

If you still face the issue, and can’t deactivate your account, then you can contact Instagram support, and ask them to deactivate your account. They’ll help you do that.

You can open the Instagram app and go to the help center or shake your device to report a problem. Just tell them that you want to deactivate your account, but can’t do that. And they’ll help you to deactivate your account.

Conclusion

So, I hope you liked this guide about fixing the can’t deactivate account issue. If you did, then you can read this guide and fix this issue easily. If you have any questions or queries, you can ask in the comment section below. You can also provide your feedback in the comment section.