Here are the steps on how to delete an Instagram post permanently or archive it to be restored later:
To delete an Instagram post permanently:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap on the post you want to delete.
- Tap the three dots in the top right corner.
- Tap Delete.
- Tap Delete again to confirm.
To archive an Instagram post:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap on the post you want to archive.
- Tap the three dots in the top right corner.
- Tap Archive.
Archived posts are hidden from your profile but you can still access them in the Archive section. To view your archived posts:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap the three lines in the top right corner.
- Tap Archive.
You can also delete archived posts from the Archive section. To do this, tap on the post you want to delete and then tap Delete.
Note: If you delete a post permanently, it will be gone from your account and you will not be able to restore it. If you archive a post, you can still restore it to your profile at any time.
Here are some additional things to keep in mind:
- You can only delete or archive your own posts. You cannot delete or archive posts that you have liked or commented on.
- If you delete a post that has been saved by other users, the post will still be saved in their accounts.
- If you archive a post, it will still be visible to anyone who has a link to the post.