Deleting your Telegram account removes your profile, contacts, chats, and groups from Telegram's servers for good. This is a permanent step, so it suits anyone leaving the platform rather than just taking a break.
What you'll need
- Access to your Telegram account or its phone number
- A web browser for the deletion page
Step by step
- Back up anything you want to keepSave any important media or messages first, because deletion erases everything tied to the account and it cannot be recovered.
- Open the account deactivation pageIn a web browser, go to Telegram's official deactivation page. Deletion is done through the website rather than inside the app.
- Enter your phone numberType your phone number in full international format, including the country code, and request the confirmation code.
- Confirm with the codeTelegram sends a code to your Telegram app on your phone. Enter that code on the web page to prove the account is yours.
- Delete the accountOptionally give a reason, then click Delete My Account and confirm. Your account, chats, and contacts are removed immediately.
Handy tips
- Instead of deleting, you can set an auto-delete timer in Settings, Privacy and Security so the account self-deletes after a period of inactivity.
- Leaving noisy groups or turning off notifications may solve your problem without a permanent deletion.
- If you use two-step verification, keep your password handy in case it is requested.
Heads up
- Deleting your Telegram account is permanent and irreversible. All your messages, groups you created, and contacts are erased and cannot be restored, even if you sign up again with the same number.
FAQ
Can I recover my account after deleting it?
No. Deletion is permanent. If you register again with the same phone number, you start with a fresh, empty account.
Do I have to use the website to delete my account?
The full deletion is done through Telegram's deactivation web page. The app lets you set an auto-delete timer but the immediate delete happens on the website.
What happens to my groups and channels?
You are removed from all of them. Groups and channels you created may continue if others remain, but your ownership and content tied to your account are lost.