How to Delete X/Twitter Account on Mobile(iPhone & Android) 2026
January 26, 2026

How to Delete X/Twitter Account on Mobile(iPhone & Android) 2026

How to Permanently Delete X/Twitter Account on Mobile (iPhone & Android) 2026

How to Delete X/Twitter Account on Mobile
(iPhone & Android) 2026

Tested January 26, 2026 on iOS 18.2+ & Android 15+

⚠️ Download Your Tweets & Videos First

Most users regret skipping this step. Once deactivated, you have only 30 days to recover—after that, everything is gone forever.

Use our free tool to save videos in HD (no watermark) and tweets quickly—much faster than waiting for X’s mobile archive (48+ hours).

See the full X deletion hub for data archive steps.

Why Mobile Deletion Is Different (Save 10+ Minutes)

Platform Key Differences
iPhone Face ID prompt + different menu path
Android Fingerprint option + “Support” sub-menu
Both No direct archive access from mobile app

Delete X Account on iPhone (iOS 18.2+) – 90 Seconds

  1. Open X App
  2. Tap Profile icon (top-left)
  3. Tap Settings & Support → Settings and privacy
  4. Tap Your account
  5. Tap Deactivate your account
  6. Read warning → Enter password
  7. Tap Deactivate

iOS Face ID: Extra biometric prompt before password.

Success signs: Profile disappears from search instantly + “Account deactivated” confirmation. 30-day recovery window starts.

Delete X Account on Android (Android 15+) – 75 Seconds

  1. Open X App
  2. Tap Profile icon
  3. Tap Settings & Support → Settings and privacy
  4. Tap Your account
  5. Tap Deactivate your account
  6. Enter password
  7. Tap Deactivate

Android fingerprint: Available after password entry.

Success signs: Same as iPhone.

Suspended or Locked Account on Mobile? 3 Quick Fixes

Issue Mobile Fix Fallback
Suspended Appeal via app notification first Web deletion method
Forgot password Reset in-app → Profile → Password Web incognito mode
App crash Clear cache → Force close → Retry Desktop browser

Mobile-Only Pre-Delete Checklist

✅ Download tweets/videos

Mobile archive takes 48hrs+
Use downloader →

✅ DM key contacts

Mobile DM history vanishes forever

✅ Screenshot followers list

No export available on phone

✅ Revoke app access

Prevents accidental reactivation

Forgot Password? Reset + Delete in 4 Minutes

  1. X app → “Forgot password?”
  2. Enter phone/email → Receive code
  3. Set new password → Log in
  4. Follow deletion steps above

Pro tip: Use the Twitter Video Downloader right after reset—it works even on locked accounts.

What Happens After Mobile Deactivation

Timeline What You See Can Recover?
Instant Profile gone from search ✅ Yes
24 hours Friends can’t tag you ✅ Yes
30 days Permanent deletion ❌ No
Day 31+ Username available to others Gone forever

Need Desktop/Web Steps Instead?

See the complete X/Twitter deletion guide (includes full data archive access).

Before You Tap “Deactivate” – Protect Yourself

✅ Save your content

Download videos/tweets now →

🔒 Privacy first

Use a VPN for your next platform (e.g., NordVPN)

📊 Monitor old mentions

Tools like Semrush help track residual content

Save Your X/Twitter Videos & Tweets Before They’re Gone

Free, fast, HD quality—no watermark. Most deleted accounts wish they did this first.

Download Now →

Mobile X/Twitter Deletion FAQ

Can I delete X from iPhone without password?
No. Reset password first using phone/email verification.
Does Android deletion work the same as iPhone?
Yes—identical menu paths. Only biometric prompts differ.
Suspended account on mobile—what now?
Appeal via notification or use web in incognito mode.
How to download tweets from phone?
Use our free Twitter downloader—faster than X’s mobile archive request.

Don’t Lose Your Content Forever

Download your X videos and tweets now—free and instant.

Go to Free Downloader →

Updated January 26, 2026 | Full X Deletion Hub →