How to Delete Your X (Twitter) Account Permanently

To permanently delete an X account, you first need to deactivate it. X keeps the account in a deactivation period for 30 days. If you do not sign back in during that time, X permanently deletes your account.

Simply uninstalling the X app does not delete your account. You must deactivate it from your account settings first.

Before You Delete Your X Account

Before starting, consider downloading your data and checking anything linked to your account.

You may want to:

• Download an archive of your posts and account data
• Save important photos, videos, or Direct Messages
• Cancel X Premium or other paid subscriptions
• Change the email address on accounts that use “Sign in with X”
• Tell followers or contacts where they can find you
• Remove any third-party apps connected to your account

After the permanent deletion period ends, recovering your posts, followers, messages, and profile information may not be possible.

Deactivation vs Permanent Deletion

Action	What happens
Uninstall the X app	Removes the app from your device only
Log out of X	Signs you out but keeps the account active
Deactivate X account	Starts the deletion process
Sign in within 30 days	Reactivates the account
Do not sign in for 30 days	X permanently deletes the account

How to Delete Your X Account on iPhone or Android

1. Open the X app.
2. Tap your profile picture or navigation menu.
3. Select Settings and privacy.
4. Tap Your account.
5. Select Deactivate your account.
6. Read the information shown by X.
7. Tap Deactivate.
8. Enter your X password when asked.
9. Confirm the deactivation.

Your profile may stop appearing on X after deactivation. Do not log in again if you want the deletion process to continue.

How to Delete Your X Account on a Computer

1. Go to x.com and sign in.
2. Click More in the left sidebar.
3. Select Settings and privacy.
4. Open Your account.
5. Click Deactivate your account.
6. Review the deactivation details.
7. Click Deactivate.
8. Enter your password.
9. Confirm the request.

After confirmation, do not sign in again during the 30-day deactivation period.

How to Download Your X Data Before Deleting Your Account

Downloading your archive can help you keep a copy of your account history before deletion.

1. Open Settings and privacy.
2. Go to Your account.
3. Select Download an archive of your data.
4. Confirm your password or identity if asked.
5. Request the archive.
6. Wait for X to prepare the downloadable file.
7. Download and store it securely.

The archive may include account information and activity data. The time it takes to prepare can vary.

What Happens After You Deactivate Your X Account?

After deactivation:

• Your profile is no longer normally visible on X.
• Your posts are removed from the active X experience.
• Your followers cannot interact with your profile.
• Your username may become available after permanent deletion.
• You have 30 days to reactivate the account by signing in.
• Search engines may still show cached copies or old search results temporarily.

X may retain certain information for legal, security, fraud-prevention, or operational reasons, according to its policies.

How to Reactivate Your X Account

If you change your mind within 30 days:

1. Open the X app or visit x.com.
2. Sign in using your username, email address, or phone number.
3. Enter your password.
4. Follow any account-reactivation prompts.

Your profile and posts may take time to reappear fully.

Do not wait longer than the deactivation period. Once the account is permanently deleted, reactivation may no longer be possible.

Can You Reuse Your X Username or Email Address?

You may be able to use your old username or email address after the account is permanently deleted, but availability is not guaranteed.

If you want to use the same email address or username immediately on another account, change them on the existing account before you deactivate it. Wait for X to confirm that the changes are saved.

Be careful: changing a username can make it available to another user.

How to Delete X Posts Without Deleting Your Account

If you only want to remove a few posts, you do not need to delete your entire account.

1. Open the post you want to remove.
2. Tap or click the three-dot menu.
3. Select Delete.
4. Confirm the deletion.

You can also remove old media, replies, likes, and reposts individually. Review your privacy settings if you want to limit who can view future posts.

How to Cancel X Premium Before Deleting Your Account

Deleting or deactivating your X account may not automatically cancel every external subscription or payment arrangement.

If you subscribed through:

• Apple App Store
• Google Play Store
• X website
• A payment provider

Check the subscription section of the service where you purchased it and cancel the plan separately if necessary.

Why Can’t I Delete My X Account?

You Forgot Your Password

Use X’s password reset option before starting the deletion process. You normally need account access to deactivate it.

You Cannot Access Your Email or Phone Number

Try to regain access through your email provider or mobile network. You may need to complete X account-recovery steps before you can sign in.

The Deactivate Option Is Missing

Update the X app, use a web browser instead, and check that you are signed in to the correct account.

You Logged In Again by Mistake

Signing in during the 30-day period can reactivate the account. If you still want to delete it, repeat the deactivation steps and avoid logging in again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does deleting the X app delete my account?

No. Uninstalling the app only removes it from your device. Your account remains active until you deactivate it through X settings.

How long does it take to delete an X account permanently?

X uses a 30-day deactivation period. If you do not log in during that time, the account is permanently deleted.

Can I recover my X account after 30 days?

Recovery may not be possible after the deletion period ends. Download your data and make sure you want to leave before confirming deactivation.

Will my posts disappear from Google immediately?

Not always. Search engines may show cached pages or old results for some time. X cannot directly control how quickly search engines update their indexes.

Can I delete an X account without the password?

Usually, you need to sign in to deactivate the account. Reset the password or use X account recovery first.

Final Thoughts

To permanently delete your X account, go to Settings and privacy > Your account > Deactivate your account, confirm your password, and do not sign in again for 30 days.

Download your archive and cancel any paid subscriptions first. Deactivation gives you a short recovery window, but once the deletion period ends, your account cannot normally be restored.