How To Delete X Account on iPhone (2024)

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15 Dec, 2023

Are you ready to leave or take a break from X? Read through for how to deactivate or delete your X account from iPhone, iPad, and the web. We’ll also show you how to download a copy of your X personal data, should incase you need them in the future.

How To Delete X Account on iPhone (2024)

Imagine X as a rental apartment. When you deactivate your account, it's like locking the door and leaving. Your stuff stays inside, but no one can see it and you can't come back for a while.

Deleting your account is more like selling the furniture and handing in the keys. Everything is gone, and you can't get it back.

But here's the twist: even after you delete your account, on X, X keeps some of your stuff (username and email) in storage for a whole year, just in case you change your mind. That means someone else can't use your username or email until a full year after you leave.

So, if you think you might want to move back to X in the future and keep your old username or email, change them before you delete it. That way, they'll be free and ready for you when you come back.

But if you're sure you're never coming back, no need to change them before you leave. The old username and email will just sit in storage until someone else wants it.

If you’re ready to delete your X account (or deactivate it for up to 12 months), kindly take the following steps:

Download your X data
Delete your account

Now let's go in full details, a good and recommended first move is to download your X data. Here's how to go about it here:

Download your X data

You may want to download a copy of your information first, if not skip below…

Open the official X app on your iPhone or iPad (or head to twitter.com)
Tap your profile picture – or swipe from left to right
Choose Settings and Support then Settings and privacy
Now tap Your account at the top
Choose Download an archive of your data and follow the prompts.

How to delete X on iPhone

On X for iOS and mobile web

Open the official X app on your iPhone or iPad (or head to twitter.com)
Tap your profile picture – or swipe from left to right
Choose Settings and Support then Settings and privacy
Now tap Your account at the top
At the bottom, choose Deactivate your account
Choose a Reactivation period (30 days or 12 months)
Read the disclaimers, tap Deactivate
Enter your password and follow the prompts to delete your account

Here’s how these steps look on the iOS app (almost identical on mobile web):

On the web (desktop)

Click the three-dot icon in the left-hand sidebar
Choose Settings and Support then Settings and privacy
Select Your Account at the top
At the bottom, choose Deactivate your account
Choose a Reactivation period (30 days or 12 months)
Understand the disclaimers, tap or click Deactivate
Enter your password and follow the prompts to deactivate/delete your account

FAQs: How to Delete Your X Account on iPhone

Can I delete my X account on iPhone?

Absolutely! Deleting your Twitter account on iPhone is a straightforward process that can be done within the app itself.

What happens when I delete my X account?

Your account will be deactivated and your profile, tweets, and direct messages will be hidden from view. However, your data will still be stored by X for up to 30 days, unless you request to have it deleted permanently.

How do I download my X data before deleting my account?

It's wise to download your data before deleting your account, just in case you want to access it later. Here's how:

Tap your profile picture in the top left corner of the X app.
Select "Settings and privacy" > "Account" > "Download your X data."
Enter your password and click "Request download."

How do I actually delete my X account?

Follow these steps:

Tap your profile picture in the top left corner of the X app.
Select "Settings and privacy" > "Account" > "Deactivate your account."
Scroll down and tap "Deactivate" again.
Enter your password and tap "Deactivate Account" to confirm.

Can I reactivate my X account after deleting it?

Yes, you can reactivate your account within 30 days of deleting it. Just log in to X using your username and password.

What if I want my account deleted permanently?

After deactivating your account, you have 12 months to request permanent deletion. Here's how:

Log in to X using your web browser (not the app).
Go to the X Deactivate page: [https://help.twitter.com/en/forms/account-access/deactivate-or-close-account](https://help.twitter.com/en/forms/account-access/deactivate-or-close-account)
Click "Delete my account permanently."
Enter your password and click "Deactivate."

Will I lose my X username and email address after deleting my account?

No, your username and email address will be reserved for you for up to 12 months after deactivating your account. However, if you don't reactivate your account within that timeframe, your username and email address will be available for others to use.

Can I delete my X account without the app?

Yes, you can delete your account using a web browser. Follow the same steps as outlined in this blog post.

What are some alternative ways to limit my X usage without deleting my account?

Mute or block accounts you find annoying or triggering. Set time limits for yourself using the X app's built-in timer. Take breaks from X altogether and focus on other activities.

Are there any risks associated with deleting my X account?

Once you delete your account, you can't get back your tweets, direct messages, or followers. Make sure you download your data before deleting if you want to keep it.