To mass delete Instagram posts is like giving your profile a makeover. Well, Instagram’s got your back with built-in features on both your phone and PC. Plus, there might be apps that can help speed things up (no promises).
Now, let me show you how to delete Instagram posts all at once through these different methods. Stick around for a step-by-step guide!
How to mass delete Instagram posts (Android & iPhone)
If you want to delete all your Instagram posts for free through your phone (Android or iOS), you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Head over to your profile, tap the three lines up in the top right corner, and hit up “Your Activity.”
Step 2: Now, scroll down to “Content you shared” and choose between Posts or Reels.
Step 3: Choose “Posts,” sort by date, then tap “Select” in the top right corner.
Step 4: Finally, checkmark the posts you want to toss out, then hit “Delete” down in the bottom right corner.
Also, read how you can edit an Instagram post.
How to delete all Instagram posts at once on a PC?
Happily, you can delete Instagram posts in bulk on the desktop version. The process is a breeze. Let’s check it out:
Step 1: Log into your profile on Instagram.com, hit “More” in the bottom left corner, and then click on “Your Activity.”
Step 2: Now, tap “Posts and videos”.
Step 3: Here, you can sort your posts by date. Take your pick between Posts, Reels, and Highlights, then tap on “Select”.
Step 4: Check the posts you want to delete and click on “Delete”.
Are there any apps to mass delete Instagram posts?
I heard about apps that let you delete multiple pictures on Instagram, but my search turned up nothing. I scoured the internet and checked the app stores (Google and App), but all I found was one called Post Cleaner on the App Store, and it had only 12 reviews, all calling it a “Scam”.
Even though there are Cleaner apps for Instagram, they seem to focus more on managing unfollowers than deleting posts. No luck finding an Instagram post deleter so far!
Suggest you read how to mass unfollow on Instagram as well.
How to delete an Instagram post?
Deleting a single post on Instagram is way easier than doing it in bulk. Whether you’re on your phone or PC, here’s how it’s done:
On your phone (whether it’s Android or iPhone), head to your profile, pick the post you want gone, tap the three dots next to it, and hit “Delete.”
If you want to delete an Instagram post on a PC, you should log into your account, select the post, and tap on the three dots at the top right corner.
Is there a way to mass delete saved posts on Instagram?
Yes, you can delete saved posts all at once. However, this is only possible on the app version. Follow these steps to do so:
Step 1: Head to your profile, tap the three-line icon, and click on Saved.
Step 2: Next, tap on “All posts” to open it, then click on the three dots in the top right corner and choose “Select.”
Step 3: Now, tap “Select,” pick the ones you want to bid farewell to, and then click “Unsave.”
FAQs
Now, let’s tackle some commonly asked questions about this topic:
Q1: Can I mass delete Instagram posts?
Yes, you can bulk-delete all your Instagram posts on both your phone and PC. Just head to your profile, tap the three-line icon, go to Your Activity, then Content you shared, choose between Posts or Reels, hit Select, and finally, tap Delete.
Q2: Can I delete all archived Instagram posts in bulk?
Sadly, you can only delete archived posts on Instagram one by one. Here’s the process:
- Tap the three-line icon.
- Go to Archive.
- Select from Posts, Stories, or Reels.
- Choose the specific post.
- Tap the three dots next to the post.
- Hit Delete.
Q3: Can I sort your posts before mass deletion?
Yes, you can mix things up on Instagram by sorting your posts from newest to oldest or by date. And hey, if location tags are your thing, go ahead and pick those posts too.
Q4: Can I recover posts after mass deletion?
Yes, mass-deleted posts go to the Recently Deleted folder in Your Activity. To restore, tap, hit the three dots, and choose Restore, but you’ve got only 30 days. After that, they’re gone for good.
Q5: What types of posts should I mass delete?
Deciding which posts to mass delete depends on your goals. But consider mass deleting posts that are outdated, have low engagement, disrupt your aesthetic, or for personal reasons.
Wrapping up
If you’re aiming to mass delete Instagram posts, you’re in luck. Instagram’s built-in feature allows you to do this on both the app and desktop. And if second thoughts kick in, you can revive them from the Recently Deleted folder.
Good news – Instagram even lets you bulk-delete saved posts. However, when it comes to archived posts, bulk deletion isn’t on the menu.
