How to Delete Your Twitter (X) Account — Step-by-Step Guide

Why You Might Want to Delete Your Twitter Account

There are many reasons why users decide to delete their Twitter (now X) accounts.

Some want a break from social media noise, others seek more privacy, or simply wish to stop using the platform altogether.

Whatever your reason is, deleting your Twitter account is simple — and you can do it in just a few minutes.

How to Delete Your Twitter Account

Follow these steps carefully to permanently delete your account:

On Desktop (Web)

1. Go to twitter.com and log in to your account.
2. Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner.
3. Choose Settings and privacy → Your account.
4. Select Deactivate your account.
5. Review the information and click Deactivate.
6. Enter your password and confirm.

Twitter will deactivate your account for 30 days.

If you don’t log in during that period, your account will be permanently deleted.

On Mobile App

1. Open the X (Twitter) app.
2. Tap your profile picture → Settings and privacy → Your account.
3. Tap Deactivate your account.
4. Confirm by entering your password and selecting Deactivate.

The same 30-day rule applies — if you don’t reactivate during that time, your data will be deleted.

What Happens After Deletion

• Your username and profile will no longer be visible.
• Your tweets, followers, and messages will be permanently removed.
• If you only want a short break, you can log in within 30 days to restore your account.

Final Thoughts

Deleting your Twitter account can bring a sense of digital freedom and privacy.

If you’re sure you won’t return, follow the steps above and say goodbye to X for good.

If you might come back later, consider deactivating temporarily instead of deleting permanently.