Getting an error when attempting to deactivate your X account? Try this potential workaround

If you’ve tried deactivating your account on X (formerly Twitter) recently and keep getting an error, you’re not alone. Many users have taken to Threads, X, and Reddit to report getting messages like “Oops! Something went wrong. Please try again later!” when they attempt to delete their accounts. Here’s a screenshot of the error shared by a user:

Based on the reports, it seems like these errors appear most frequently when users try to deactivate their accounts through the mobile app. Some users think the high number of account deletions may be straining X’s servers. Others wonder if it might be a bug, given X’s recent rapid changes and updates.

The workaround

A few users found a workaround that seems to help. Instead of using the app on your phone or tablet, try accessing X’s website from a desktop browser. According to user reports, deactivating via the website has worked for some people where the app failed. Simply log in through a desktop browser, go to the account settings, and try deactivating again. Many have said that this approach finally allowed them to deactivate their accounts without the frustrating error messages.

Before you deactivate your X account, I’d suggest giving this official documentation a read to understand exactly what you’ll be losing through the process.

What could be causing the errors?

While it’s not clear why deactivation errors are happening, some users believe it could be related to recent backend changes on X. Others think that the platform might not be fully prepared to handle the volume of deactivation requests all at once. If you’re experiencing issues with deactivating your X account, this workaround might save you a bit of hassle. 

Why are people leaving X?

There’s no denying that after Elon Musk took over the platform, there have been many changes to the digital town square. The first is the rebranding of Twitter to X, which was heavily criticized. More recently, decisions like essentially breaking the block feature, promoting politics left and right, and even Musk’s support for President Donald Trump have left many users feeling uneasy. So much so that several Taylor Swift fans have started ditching X for greener pastures.

Bluesky, a decentralized social network, is often mentioned as an alternative for users looking for a new online community. Other platforms like Threads and Mastodon are also attracting users searching for options beyond X. That said, feel free to let us know why you’re ready to ditch X in the comments below!