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Deleting Your Telegram Account Guide

Feb 26, 2025

How to Deactivate or Delete Your Telegram Account

Overview

  • No option for temporary deactivation in Telegram.
  • Permanent account deletion is available.

Steps to Delete Your Account from the Telegram App

  1. Access Settings

    • Tap the Settings icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
  2. Navigate to Privacy and Security

    • Go to Privacy and Security section.
  3. Automatically Delete My Account

    • Scroll down to find Automatically delete my account.
    • Tap on the If away for option.
    • Select the period for account deletion (options range from 1 month to 1 year).
    • If you remain inactive for the selected duration, your account will be deleted.
  4. Immediate Deletion (if needed)

    • To delete immediately, select Delete Account Now.
    • Scroll down and tap on Delete Account.
    • Choose Continue and click on Continue again.
    • Enter your phone number in the provided field and tap Continue.
    • Tap Delete My Account one last time to confirm permanent deletion.

Important Notes

  • This action removes your account from all linked devices.
  • Ensure you want to proceed as this action is irreversible.