Looking to remove your Telegram account for good? Whether you’re switching platforms or simply cleaning up your digital footprint, this guide will walk you through how to permanently delete your Telegram account on both desktop and mobile.
⚠️ Note: Telegram does not allow account deletion directly from the app — you’ll need to use a web browser. This applies to both iOS and Android users.
🔗 Step 1: Go to the Telegram Deactivation Page
Open a web browser and visit:
👉 https://my.telegram.org/auth
You can do this from any device — desktop or mobile.
📱 Step 2: Enter Your Phone Number in International Format
On the login page, you’ll need to input your Telegram-linked phone number using the international format:
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For the U.S., use +1 followed by your number.
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For other countries, find the correct country code (e.g., +44 for the UK, +91 for India).
✅ Example (U.S.): +12345678900
Click the Next button once you’ve entered your number.
🔐 Step 3: Enter the Login Code
Telegram will send a login code — inside the Telegram app, not via SMS.
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Open Telegram
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Locate the message with the login code
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Enter it into the confirmation box on the web page
This code verifies your identity so you can access account settings.
🗑️ Step 4: Click “Delete Account”
Once logged in, you’ll see a few options. Choose:
➡️ Delete Account
You can optionally provide a reason for deleting your account — this step is not required.
✅ Step 5: Confirm and Permanently Delete
Click the “Delete My Account” button. Telegram will give you a final warning:
“Your account will be permanently deleted with all your messages and contacts.”
Once you confirm, the account and all associated data are gone forever.
⚠️ Important: After deletion, you won’t be able to re-register with the same phone number for several days. If you just want to change your phone number, Telegram gives you that option instead.
📌 Final Thoughts
That’s it! Your Telegram account is now permanently deleted. Whether you’re decluttering your app usage or leaving Telegram behind, it only takes a few steps to make it happen.
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🔗 Useful Link
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Telegram Deletion Page: https://my.telegram.org/auth
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