How to Permanently Delete Your X (Twitter) Account: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
Looking to get rid of your X (formerly Twitter) account for good? It's actually super straightforward.
Just keep one key thing in mind: X doesn't delete your account instantly. Instead, it puts your account into a 30-day deactivation period first. As long as you don't log back in during those 30 days, X will permanently wipe your account and all your data [cite: ].
Here's the step-by-step walkthrough for both mobile and desktop, along with a few important things you should know before doing it.
You vanish immediately: The second you hit deactivate, your profile is hidden immediately [cite: ].
The 30-day safety net: X keeps your data for 30 days in case you want to cancel the deletion by logging back in [cite: ].
Gone for good after 30 days: After 30 days of no logins, your account and all data are permanently deleted [cite: ].
If you're using the X mobile app, follow these quick steps:
Open the X app and tap your profile icon in the top left [cite: ].
Tap Settings and Privacy, then select Your account [cite: ].
Tap Deactivate your account at the bottom [cite: ].
Tap Deactivate, enter your password, and confirm by tapping Yes, deactivate or Deactivate [cite: ].
If you're using a web browser on your laptop or PC:
Go to the X website, click More in the left menu, and select Settings and privacy [cite: ].
Click Your account, then select Deactivate your account [cite: ].
Read the details, click Deactivate, enter your password, and confirm [cite: ].
Does my data completely disappear right away?
Your public profile disappears immediately [cite: ]. However, opinions on Reddit are mixed, with some users noting that basic deactivation works seamlessly while others report lingering data or security concerns long after removal [cite: ].
How do I make sure the account actually gets deleted?
The most important rule: don't log back in on ANY device for the next 30 days [cite: ]. If you accidentally sign in, the 30-day countdown cancels immediately and your account reactivates.
If you need a new X account, you can buy one directly from the website below:
https://ai.twitter.plus