How to Deactivate Instagram Account Temporarily

You can only disable your Instagram account from a computer or mobile browser.

Log into instagram.com from a mobile browser.

Tap your profile picture in the bottom right.

Tap Edit Profile.

Scroll down, then tap Temporarily disable my account in the bottom right.

Select an option from the drop-down menu next to Why are you disabling your account? and re-enter your password. The option to disable your account will only appear after you've selected a reason from the menu and entered your password.

Tap Temporarily Disable Account. Then tap Yes.