How to Delete Your Threads Profile Without Affecting Your Instagram Account

Key Notes

  • Your Threads account deletion does not affect your Instagram.
  • Follow specific steps to easily delete your Threads profile through the app.
  • You have 30 days to recover your Threads account post-deletion.

A Simple Guide to Deleting Your Threads Profile While Keeping Your Instagram Intact

If you’ve decided to remove your Threads profile but want to keep your Instagram account, this guide is tailored for you. Understanding the procedure for deleting Threads is essential, especially with the integration of Instagram that previously led to account complications. Here, we outline the key steps and considerations ensuring your Instagram presence remains unaffected while you securely deactivate your Threads account.

Steps to Delete Your Threads Profile Without Leaving Instagram

  1. Step 1: Open the Threads App

    Launch the Threads app on your mobile device and tap on the profile tab, located in the bottom right corner of the screen.

  2. Step 2: Access Settings

    After your profile appears, tap the two-line icon at the top right to access the Settings menu, then select Account.

  3. Step 3: Choose Deactivation Option

    In the Account menu, find Deactivate or delete profile and tap on Delete profile at the bottom.

  4. Step 4: Confirm Your Deletion

    A confirmation popup will appear. Enter your Instagram password in the required field and tap Delete Threads profile to finalize your request.

    Pro Tip: Make sure your password is correct before confirming, as incorrect input will require you to restart the deletion process.

Your Threads profile will now be permanently deleted.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What occurs when you delete your Threads profile?

When you delete your Threads profile, all associated posts, likes, and followers will be permanently removed after a 30-day grace period where the content remains invisible to others.

Is it possible to recover your Threads profile after deletion?

Yes, your Threads profile can be restored within 30 days upon logging back into your account. After this period, recovery is no longer possible.

Can you create a new Threads profile using the same Instagram account?

Yes, you can create a new Threads profile linked to the same Instagram account after a waiting period of 90 days post-deletion. If your account was deleted due to Community Guidelines violations, this may not apply.