To deactivate an Instagram account temporarily in 2025, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap the menu (three lines) in the top-right corner and select Settings.
- Go to "Settings and Activity" or "Accounts Center" and then "Personal Details."
- Select "Account Ownership and Control," then tap "Deactivation or Deletion."
- Choose the account you want to deactivate.
- Select "Deactivate Account" and continue.
- Choose a reason for deactivating, enter your password, and confirm.
- Your account will be hidden until you reactivate it by logging back in.
Deactivating temporarily hides your profile, photos, comments, and likes from other users while retaining your data. You can reactivate the account anytime by logging back in. Note, Instagram permits deactivation only once a week for an account. This process works similarly on both Android and iPhone devices.
