Published 13:27 IST, April 8th 2020
How to reactivate Instagram account after you have disabled it?
Instagram allows users to temporarily disable their accounts while retaining the photos and other data. Read on to learn how to reactivate Instagram account.
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While Instagram can certainly be addictive and fun, a number of users choose to deactivate ir accounts at some point in order to take a much-needed break from social media platform. However, if you decide that you are ready to reactivate your Instagram account and come back on platform, service supports immediate reactivation which would only take a few simple steps.
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How to reactivate Instagram account?
If you have temporarily disabled your account less than a day ago and wish to revive it, se steps may t work right w as Instagram generally takes a few hours to complete initial deactivation process. refore, it is suggested that you wait for at least a day. However, if account has been deactivated for more than 24 hours, you should be able to reactivate it without any problems.
Step 1: Launch Instagram app on your device.
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Step 2: On login screen, enter your Instagram credentials associated with account you wish to reactivate.
Step 3: Tap ‘Login’ and you’re done. This should restore your Instagram account.
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Once you hit login button, Instagram may take you to go through on-screen instructions. Depending on how long your Instagram handle had been inactive, you may be prompted to accept updated Terms of Use of company or verify and update your phone number before taking you to account.
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Make sure that you have only deactivated your Instagram account and t deleted it, as it is t possible to reactivate or restore a deleted Instagram profile.
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Why you should disable your Instagram account instead of deleting it
Whenever you decide to take a break from Instagram, it is best that you temporarily disable it rar than deleting it altoger. This is because, unlike deleting an account, you will still be able to retain all your pictures, likes and comments, conversations and or private data within app.
Your Instagram profile will also stay hidden to search queries as long as it is deactivated and hence, it won’t be visible to or users. Your Instagram data will only disappear when you permanently delete account.
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13:27 IST, April 8th 2020