What’s up, Today we’re talking about something super useful — how to permanently delete a fake Instagram account. Sometimes we create fake accounts just for fun, to test stuff, or just like that… but later forget to delete them. If you’ve got such an account lying around and want to clean it up, you’ve landed on the perfect page.
I’ll guide you through the entire step-by-step process to delete or deactivate your instagram account— like I’m explaining it to a friend. Simple, friendly, and to the point. So, let’s begin! 😄
🔍 Why Should You Delete a Fake Instagram Account?
There are several reasons why keeping fake accounts is a bad idea:
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It’s a privacy risk
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Using someone else’s name can lead to legal issues
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Managing multiple accounts gets confusing
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Most importantly, it’s time to move on and clean up
So, yeah — digital cleanliness is a must! Let’s see how to do it.
🧠 How to Delete a Fake Instagram ID – Step-by-Step Guide
🔹 Step 1: Log into Instagram
Open the Instagram app and log in to the fake account you want to delete.
🔹 Step 2: Go to Profile and Menu
Tap on your profile icon (bottom-right corner). Then, tap the three lines (☰) at the top-right corner.
🔹 Step 3: Go to Accounts Center
Scroll down and tap on “Settings and Privacy”, then select “Accounts Center.”
🔹 Step 4: Personal Details > Account Ownership & Control
Inside the Accounts Center, go to “Personal Details” and then tap on “Account Ownership and Control.”
🔹 Step 5: Select “Deactivation or Deletion”
You’ll now see an option — “Deactivation or Deletion.” Tap on it. This is where you can either temporarily deactivate or permanently delete your account.
🔹 Step 6: Choose Your Fake Account
If you’ve got multiple accounts, carefully select the fake one that you want to delete.
🔹 Step 7: Choose “Delete Account”
how to delete instagram account temporarily ?
To delete instagram account temporarily then click on option Deactivate Account (temporary)
You’ll see two options:
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Deactivate Account (Temporary)
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Delete Account (Permanent)
We want to go all-in, so select “Delete Account.”
🔹 Step 8: Select a Reason
Instagram will ask why you’re deleting the account. Pick any reason — if you’re unsure, go with “Something else.”
🔹 Step 9: Enter Your Password
You’ll now be asked to enter your password. If you don’t remember it, just reset it using “Forgot Password.”
🔹 Step 10: Final Confirmation
Once you’ve entered the password, tap on Continue. Your account will now be scheduled for deletion.
⚠️ Note: Instagram gives you 30 days to change your mind. If you log in within those 30 days, the deletion gets canceled.
🛑 Important Things to Remember
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Don’t delete your main account by mistake — double-check before confirming
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Logging in again within 30 days will cancel the deletion
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Once deleted, everything is gone — posts, messages, followers, all of it
🙋♂️ How Many Instagram Accounts Do You Have?
1? 2? Or are you like those who have 4-5 just lying around? 😅
Drop a comment below and let me know — I’m genuinely curious about how many fake accounts people keep!
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✅ Final Words…
Deleting a fake Instagram account isn’t a big deal. Just follow the right steps and you’ll be done in 2 minutes.
So let’s start the digital detox and move forward! And drop a comment, and keep smiling. 😎