To begin, go to the Telegram website and click on the "Delete Account" option at the bottom of the page. You'll be asked to enter your phone number, which is linked to your Telegram account. Make sure you have access to the phone number, as you'll need it to verify the deletion process.
Once you've entered your phone number, you'll receive a confirmation code via SMS or a phone call. Enter the code on the Telegram website to verify your account ownership. After that, you'll be asked to select a reason for deleting your account, which is optional but helps Telegram improve their services.