by Are you also not liking the fact that your Instagram and Threads accounts are linked with each other? So you are finding a way that can help you with how to unlink Threads from your Instagram account. Well, Threads is powered by Instagram and Meta, so these two platforms are currently working in accordance with each other. Many users are not happy with their Threads account linked to Instagram. Don’t worry we will help you out.
To unlink your Threads from your Instagram account you either have to deactivate your Threads account, remove the Threads badge from your profile or create a new account. To get additional information about these fixes in detail, read ahead.
Is It Possible To Unlink Threads From Your Instagram Account?
Threads is a recent launch by Meta and Instagram which means many of the features are currently not available. Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta has also said that they are working on new features and it will roll out soon.
Well, unfortunately, you cannot unlink your Threads from your Instagram account. For now, you don’t get the feature to unlink Threads and Instagram. To remove or delete your Threads account you have to delete your Instagram account as well.
So currently you won’t be able to unlink Threads from Instagram directly but don’t worry. We have got some workaround ways that can help. Make sure to read them.
How To Unlink Threads From Your Instagram Account?
As I already told you there is no direct way but you can still try these workaround methods. One by one we are going to discuss each so ensure to try them out.
1. By Deactivating Your Threads Account.
As you don’t have the option to delete your Threads account separately you can deactivate your account. By deactivating your account people won’t be able to find your Threads account and your task will be done. To deactivate your Threads account go through the instructions below:
Step 1: Firstly, you have to open the “Threads app” on your Android or iOS device.
Step 2: Then, head to your “Profile” by tapping on the “profile icon”.
Step 3: Now, click on the “Hamburger icon” to open settings.
Step 4: Next you have to tap on the “Account” option and select the “Deactivate profile” option.
Step 5: Confirm your action by tapping on the “Deactivate profile” option again.
2. By Removing The Threads Badge From Your Instagram Profile.
Removing the Threads badge from your Instagram profile is another way as your Instagram followers won’t be able to connect you directly. Before removing the Threads badge keep in mind that once you removed it you won’t be able to get it back. Still, if you want to remove the badge then head to the step-by-step guide as follows:
Step 1: Launch the “Instagram app” on your device.
Step 2: Then, go to your “Profile” by tapping the “Profile icon”.
Step 3: Click on the “Threads badge” and hit the “Hide option”.
Step 4: A pop-up message appears on your screen asking “Are you sure”. Tap on the “Remove badge” option and it gets removed.
3. By Creating Another Account.
If you don’t want to use Threads with your personal Instagram account as you have to delete it once you want to delete your Threads account. So, you should create a new account for using Threads. To create a new account on Instagram for Threads follow the step guide given below:
Step 1: Open the “Instagram app”.
Step 2: Then, click on the option “Don’t have an account? Sign-up”.
Step 3: Choose a “Username and password” for your account and follow the on-screen instructions.
Related: How To Share Threads Posts On Your Instagram Stories & Feed?
Wrapping Up!
By now we are genuinely hoping that you have got all the required information regarding how to unlink Threads from your Instagram account. Threads app is the newest release by Meta and Instagram so many features are currently not available in the app. Wait for a while for some new updates to come out. Until then try the above-mentioned ways to unlink your Threads and Instagram.
If you still have any issues regarding your query then do let us know in the comment box below. We will be happy to assist you. Thank you!
Frequently Asked Questions-
Q1. How to permanently delete a Threads account?
Ans. To delete a Threads account you have to delete your Instagram account first. By deleting the Instagram account your Threads account will automatically get deleted with it. If you don’t want to delete your Instagram account then you can separately deactivate your Threads account.
Q2. How to get a Threads badge on Instagram?
Ans. To get a Threads badge on Instagram you have to sign up on the Threads app with your Instagram account. Once you sign up on the app a Threads badge automatically starts appearing on your Instagram profile.
