- X, formerly known as Twitter, allows you to temporarily deactivate your account for 30 days or delete it permanently once the 30-day period elapses.
- To delete your Twitter (now known as X) account, first deactivate it and then wait 30 days without logging in. Once the 30-day period has passed, your account will be permanently deleted, and you will not be able to reactivate or log in again.
- To deactivate your X account, open the X (Twitter) app, tap on your profile photo, and then go to “Settings and Support > Settings and privacy > Your Account > Deactivate your account“. Now, tap “Deactivate” and enter your password to verify your identity. Finally, tap the “Deactivate” button.
Twitter, now known as X, is the most popular microblogging platform, with 368 million monthly active users. It is one of the best ways to collect information as well as stay tuned in with current affairs.
But sometimes, as Twitter is a public platform, your tweets and comments can become the reason for social fights and debates, which is the worst side of this platform.
Now, whether you want to escape from the debates or want to take a break from the distractions, you can simply delete your X (Formerly known as Twitter) account temporarily or permanently in a few steps.
This step-by-step guide will teach you the easiest ways to permanently delete or temporarily deactivate a Twitter (X) account on any device. Now, with that said, let’s jump right to the methods.
How to delete an X (Twitter) account permanently
You cannot delete your X, formerly known as Twitter, account instantly. To delete your X account permanently, you’ll need to deactivate it first and leave it for 30 days without logging in. Once the 30-day period has elapsed, your account will be permanently deleted, and you will no longer be able to reactivate or log in again.
Now that you’ve understood the Twitter account deletion process, let’s take a look at how to deactivate an X account for permanent account deletion.
How to temporarily deactivate X (Twitter) account
If you want to take a break and don’t want to use the X (Twitter) for a while, you can simply temporarily deactivate your X (Twitter) account through the settings.
Once your account is deactivated, it will not be visible on the platform. Your profile, tweets, and any data associated with your account will be hidden. If you do not log back into your account within the 30-day grace period, your account and all associated data will be permanently deleted.
Here are the steps to temporarily deactivate the X account on any device:
On phone:
- Open the X (formerly Twitter) app on your Android or iOS phone.
- Tap on your profile photo and head to Settings & Support > Settings and privacy > Your Account > Deactivate Account.
- Tap on the “Deactivate” option.
- Lastly, enter your account password to confirm your identity, and tap the “Deactivate” button.
This will now deactivate your X account on a temporary basis for 30 days.
On laptop:
- Open Chrome or any web browser, such as Edge, Firefox, etc. on your laptop.
- Visit the X (Twitter) website and sign in with your account credentials.
- On the left menu panel, click on the “More” (three horizontal dots) icon and navigate to “Settings and privacy > Your Account > Deactivate your account“.
- Click on the “Deactivate” option at the bottom.
- Enter your password and again click on the “Deactivate” button.
Once you follow the above steps correctly, your X account will now be deactivated for 30 days.
If you change your mind during the 30-day deactivation period, you can reactivate your account by simply logging back in. This will restore your account and all associated data. However, once the 30-day period has elapsed, reactivation is no longer possible, and your account will be permanently deleted.
Best practices for X account deletion
Before deleting your X account, here are the best practices that you might follow to avoid common problems:
Back-up your data
Before deleting your account, consider downloading an archive of your X data. This archive includes your tweets, direct messages, media, and account information. To do this, go to “Settings and privacy,” then “Your account,” and select “Download an archive of your data.”
Notify your followers
If you have followers who may wonder about your sudden disappearance, consider informing them of your decision to leave the platform. This can be done through a tweet or direct messages.
Unlink connected apps
Make sure that any third-party apps or services connected to your X account are unlinked before deletion. This helps prevent any potential security issues and ensures a clean break from the platform.
Chandramohan is a tech geek who enjoys writing about the Internet of Things, social media, and emerging technologies. He is an MCA student at GG University in Chhattisgarh with a strong foundation in computer science.
