In the Help section of Instagram, we discover that any disabled account, for any reason, is permanently deleted after 30 days[^1^]. But what happens if Instagram is temporarily disabled? Temporarily disabling Instagram means removing your account from the social network for a certain period of time. The disabled Instagram profile will no longer be accessible via the Instagram URL, it will not be searchable, and it will not be possible to contact it[^2^].
So, how long do I have to wait before Instagram reactivates? Even though photos and data are sent quickly, it may take days to reactivate Instagram. Patience is necessary. There is no precise interval, but on average, it will take about five days to return to normal[^2^].
Then, how can I recover a disabled Instagram account? Here’s how to resolve and restart a blocked Instagram account: Even if your account is blocked, you can fill out the automatic form that appears when you log in after entering your login credentials[^3^].
What does it mean to have a disabled Instagram account? The disabling of an Instagram account indicates that you have exceeded your time limit. It is a more severe punishment, often irreparable. This means that it is unlikely that your account will be reactivated if it has been disabled[^4^].
How long does it take to block Instagram for phishing? 24 hours[^5^].
How long does an Instagram block last? If it is the first time Instagram has blocked you, the temporary block of your profile can last 24 hours. If Instagram has blocked you multiple times, the block may last longer. So, how does a disabled Instagram profile appear? In some cases, you may still find a disabled profile, but if you click on it, you should see the message "User not found" or "Sorry, this page isn’t available"[^6^].
What happens when you disable the account keeping this in mind? Your profile disappears immediately and becomes invisible to anyone on Facebook, so no one can find you. However, some information, such as the messages you have sent, may remain visible to others[^7^].
How to remove an Instagram account without waiting a week? Scroll down in the "profile" section of your account: On the right, you will find "Temporarily disable my account". Click on the link. The dropdown menu will provide a series of reasons for suspension[^8^].
With this in mind, how can I reactivate my Instagram account? To reactivate your Instagram account, if you registered through Facebook, you will need to click on "Log in with Facebook" and enter your Facebook login details. You can then access your Instagram profile again and reactivate it in this way[^9^].
[^1^]: Instagram Help Center, "How do I permanently delete my Instagram account?" Link
[^2^]: Instagram Help Center, "Temporarily disabling your account" Link
[^3^]: Instagram Help Center, "My Instagram account is disabled. How do I resolve this?" Link
[^4^]: Instagram Help Center, "My Instagram account was disabled. How do I get it back?" Link
[^5^]: Instagram Help Center, "How long does Instagram block you for phishing?" Link
[^6^]: Instagram Help Center, "My Instagram account was disabled, but I can still see it. What does that mean?" Link
[^7^]: Instagram Help Center, "What happens when I disable my account?" Link
[^8^]: Instagram Help Center, "How do I temporarily disable my Instagram account?" Link
[^9^]: Instagram Help Center, "How do I reactivate my Instagram account?" Link