How to Permanently Delete Your X (Twitter) Account
X (Twitter) • Delete Account • Deactivate Profile • 2026 Guide
How to Permanently Delete Your X (Twitter) Account 🗑️
If you’ve decided to delete your X account (formerly Twitter), it’s important to understand the difference between deactivation and permanent deletion.
In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to permanently delete your X account, how long the process takes, and whether you can recover your profile after deletion.
🔒 Account Deletion ⚙️ Deactivation 🛡 Privacy
Deactivation vs. Permanent Deletion — What’s the Difference?
X does not immediately delete your account. The process starts with account deactivation.
- Deactivation — your profile becomes invisible
- Permanent deletion — occurs after 30 days
- If you log in within 30 days, your account will be restored
How to Delete Your X Account via Web Browser 💻
- Log in to your X account;
- Go to “Settings and Privacy”;
- Open the “Your Account” section;
- Select “Deactivate your account”;
- Confirm and enter your password.
How to Delete Your X Account via Mobile App 📱
- Open the X app;
- Go to “Settings and Support”;
- Select “Settings and Privacy”;
- Tap “Your Account”;
- Choose “Deactivate account”;
- Confirm your decision.
What Happens After Deactivation?
- Your profile becomes unavailable to other users
- Your posts disappear from search results
- After 30 days, your data is permanently deleted
- Some information may remain temporarily cached by search engines
Can You Recover Your Account?
Yes, but only within 30 days after deactivation. Simply log back in to restore your account.
After 30 days, the account is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
How to Download Your X Data Before Deleting
- Go to “Settings and Privacy”;
- Open “Your Account”;
- Select “Download an archive of your data”;
- Verify your identity;
- Download your data archive.
Common Reasons for Deleting an X Account
- Privacy concerns
- Digital detox
- Account suspension issues
- Creating a new profile
