Launched by Meta on July 5, 2023, the Threads app was dubbed as Twitter’s direct rival (now X). This platform allows users to create posts of up to 500 characters and include links, photos, carousels, and videos up to 5 minutes long. In less than 24 hours, it attracted more than 30 million signups, showcasing the immense excitement and interest people had in joining the platform. Like many others, you may have signed up for this platform, but now you want to deactivate your thread account because you are not using or finding value in the service.
Initially, the Threads account was linked to your Instagram account, meaning deactivating it would also deactivate your Instagram account. Fortunately, Meta has resolved this issue, allowing you to remove your Threads profile independently without affecting your Instagram account.
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Should you deactivate or delete the thread account?
To get rid of a Threads account you no longer use, you have two options: deactivating or deleting.
If you choose to deactivate, your profile and content are hidden, your account is set to private, and all your posts and likes are concealed. You can reactivate your profile anytime if you decide to use Threads again.
Deleting, on the other hand, permanently removes your account. Initially, your posts and replies are hidden, but after 30 days, your account is permanently deleted. You can save your account by signing back in within the 30-day window. However, after this period, recovery is no longer possible, and you’ll need to create a new account if you wish to rejoin the platform.
Here’s how you can deactivate or delete your Instagram-linked Threads account.
How to Deactivate Threads account?
- Open the Threads app on Android or iOS.
- Tap on the Profile icon at the bottom-right corner.
- Next, tap on the two-line symbol on the top-right of the screen.
- Select the Account option to proceed.
- Tap on Deactivate or Delete Profile.
- If you are sure about deactivating your account, click on Deactivate Threads profile.
- To confirm, click on Deactivate.
How to Delete Threads Account?
- Open the Threads app on Android or iOS.
- Tap on the Profile icon at the bottom-right corner.
- Next, tap on the two-line symbol on the top-right of the screen.
- Select the Account option to proceed.
- Tap on Deactivate or Delete Profile.
- If you are sure about deleting your account, click on Delete Threads profile.
- To confirm, click on Delete.
Conclusion
Deciding whether to deactivate or delete your Threads account depends on your future plans for the platform. If you think you might return, deactivation is a safe choice. However, if you’re certain about permanently leaving Threads, deleting the account is the better option. With Meta’s updates, you now have the flexibility to manage your Threads profile without affecting your Instagram account, giving you more control over your digital presence.
