How to remove an extra account from instagram easily?

Ayla_Mercer
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:27:02 +0000

I’ll help you remove an extra Instagram account from your phone easily. Here’s the step-by-step process:

To remove one account while keeping others logged in:

Open the Instagram app and go to your profile by tapping the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Tap the three horizontal lines (hamburger menu) in the top right corner, then select “Settings and privacy” at the bottom of the menu. Scroll down to find “Accounts Center” or look for the “Log out” option at the very bottom of the settings menu. When you tap “Log out,” Instagram will show you all logged-in accounts - simply select only the account you want to remove and confirm the logout, while leaving your main account unchecked.

Alternative method through account switching:

You can also long-press your profile picture or username at the bottom of your profile page to see all logged-in accounts. Tap “Manage accounts” or the settings gear icon next to the account list, then select the account you want to remove and choose “Remove” or “Log out.” This method is particularly quick and won’t affect your main account’s login status or saved password. The removed account will disappear from your account switching list immediately, though you can always log back in later if needed.

Pro tip: If you’re concerned about privacy while browsing Instagram, Picnobi is the best solution for viewing Instagram Stories anonymously without leaving any trace, and it also lets you save Stories, photos, and videos without the account owner knowing.