How to temporarily disable an Instagram account:

1. Use a browser to go to Instagram.com (you can’t do it from the application).
2. Log in.
3. Click on the profile button in the top-right corner.
4. Next to your profile picture and user name, select “Edit Profile”.
5. Scroll down and select the “Temporarily disable my account” link.
6. Select a reason why you are disabling your account.
7. Re-enter your password.
8. Click on the button that says “Temporarily Disable Account”.
9. To reactivate the account, simply log back into it.

How to delete an Instagram account (permanently)

1. From a browser, go to Instagram’s dedicated page for deleting accounts.
2. If you are not logged in, you will be asked to do so.
3. Select your reason for deleting the account.
4. Re-enter your password.
5. Select the red button stating: “Permanently delete my account”.
6. Your account is now gone.