How to Delete Your X (Twitter) Account Permanently
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This action cannot be undone. Make sure your data is backed up before continuing.
Short answer
To delete X, open x.com/settings/account and use 'Deactivate your account' at the bottom of the page. After 30 days without logging in, all posts and data are permanently deleted.
Official source
x.com
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01 — Step-by-step fix
Step-by-step fix
Request your archive
Settings > Your account > Download an archive of your data. It can take 24–48 hours to prepare.
Open account settings
Go to x.com/settings/account.
Go to 'Deactivate your account'
Click the link at the bottom of the page and confirm 'Deactivate'.
X deletion is two-step: deactivate first, then permanent removal after 30 days.
Verify your password
Enter your password to finish. Your account hides immediately.
Don't log in for 30 days
Make sure no app or browser session signs in during this window; third-party apps must be disconnected too.
Tips
- Always download your archive if you want to keep your posts.
- Keep your recovery email accessible; combined with the 30-day rule, losing it risks data loss.
02 — Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
When is an X account permanently deleted?
30 days after deactivation without any login, the account, posts and follower data are permanently removed.
Can deactivation be undone?
Yes. Logging in within 30 days restores the account with all followers intact.
Does my username become available?
X doesn't immediately recycle usernames of deleted accounts, but they may be reassigned later.
Links in this guide point to official platform pages. Steps may change with platform updates; check the page date.
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