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If you're wondering how to delete your Telegram account, you're not alone.

Ridding yourself of the cloud-based instant messaging app isn't easy. Naturally, you'd think that you could delete your Telegram account by navigating to Settings, which would then lead you to a pathway that would help you escape Telegram's clutches.

However, it's a little more complicated than that.

Here's how to delete Telegram in just a few steps.

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• 5 min

What You Need

• A phone or desktop
• and patience

Step 1: Type in "my.telegram.org" into your browser

You can use your phone or desktop. Next, type in the number associated with the Telegram account under "Your Phone Number."

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Step 2: Type in your confirmation mode

The confirmation code will be sent to your telegram account, not your native text messaging system.

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Step 3: Click on "Delete account"

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Step 4: Type in your number

Click on "Delete My Account." Keep in mind that you won't be able to re-sign up for Telegram for several days if you decide that you want a new account again. (It's not required for you to explain why you're leaving.)

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Step 5: Click on "Yes, delete my account"

You'll be presented with two options: "Yes, delete my account" and "Nope, I'll give it another try." Click on the former to delete your Telegram account. If you successfully deleted your Telegram account, you should see a banner that says, "Your account was successfully deleted from our system. Come back soon."

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