How can I get into my Instagram if I forgot my password and email?

In a nutshell: To recover your Instagram account, log in with Facebook or follow these steps: Go to the Instagram Log In Page and Tap Forgot Password. Enter your username or phone number to receive a login link via email.

Jeff Whelpley is the editor / author responsible for this content.
Jun 12, 2024

Introduction

You can sign back in to Instagram if you're logged in to Facebook and your Instagram account is connected to it. Just tap login with Facebook to recover your Instagram account. If you don't have Facebook or your Instagram account isn't connected to it, read this article for a step-by-step guide on getting back to Instagram even if you forgot your email address or password.

Go to the Instagram Log In Page and Tap Forgot Password

How can I get into my Instagram if I forgot my password and email? (Step 1)

Enter Your Username or Phone Number

If you forgot your email address, use your username or phone number to get the login link.

How can I get into my Instagram if I forgot my password and email? (Step 2)

Tap Send Log In Link

Check the email associated with your Instagram account for the login link. You may need to check your email addresses for a login link from Instagram. It won't be possible to regain access to your account if you don't have access to the email address associated with your Instagram account.

Look for the Email From Instagram

The subject will be, "We've made it easy to get back on Instagram." Open the email for the instructions.

Tap Log Back Into Instagram or Reset Your Password

If you forgot your password, we recommend tapping Reset Your Password to make it easier to log back in to Instagram in the future. Click on the Reset your password link and follow the on-screen instructions to reset your Instagram password. You should be able to log back in after resetting your password.

How can I get into my Instagram if I forgot my password and email? (Step 5)

Conclusion

To avoid getting locked out of Instagram, we recommend connecting it to your Facebook account (if you have any). You can also add a phone number to your Instagram account, just in case. To do this, just go to your Profile page on a browser and tap the icon beside View Archive. Go to Settings and Privacy and see more in the Accounts Center. Go to personal details and add your phone number. Still have problems with your Instagram account? Don't hesitate to get in touch with Customer Support.

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