How to delete a Google Account step by step

You can delete your Google Account at any time, but you should be prepared for the possibility that you may not be able to recover it if you change your mind. In particular, the personal data associated with the account is usually lost even if the account is restored later.

What to know before deleting Your Google Account

To prepare your account for potential recovery, you can add an alternate email or phone number. Detailed instructions are available in this Google Support guide. This ensures your profile can still be recovered, even after a long period.

Google gives you the ability to export and download data from the services you use. In just a few steps, you can create an archive that you can still access even if your Google Account is deleted. The search engine giant provides a detailed guide in its support forum.

How do I delete my Google Account? Step-by-step tutorial

After completing all necessary preparations, you can delete your Google Account by following the detailed step-by-step instructions below.

Step 1: Sign into your Google Account

The first step is to access the central settings menu of your Google Account. Visit the Google Account page and click on “Sign in”. Then enter your login data and click “Continue” to sign in.

Step 2: Click on “Data & privacy”

Once you’re logged into your Google profile, click on the “Data & privacy” tab to access your account settings menu. There, you can view payments, purchases, and subscriptions, change your language settings, or manage your Google Drive storage.

If the main account menu doesn’t appear immediately after logging in, you can also access it through “Google Apps” (the cube icon in the top-right) and select the first option, “Account”.

Step 3: Open the “Delete your Google Account” menu

Scroll down in the account settings until you find the option “More options”. Then, select “Delete your Google Account”. You will be prompted to enter your password again. This is the same password you used to log into your Google account initially.

Step 4: Delete your Google Account

You’re now at the point where you can permanently delete your Google Account. First, Google will provide you with a notice (including the corresponding link) regarding the option to download certain data before deleting your Google account. After that, you’ll receive a detailed (but not necessarily complete) list of the contents that will also be deleted when you close the account.

Finally, you must confirm that you will be responsible for all running costs of any outstanding financial transactions (under certain circumstances, some earnings won’t be paid out). You will also need to confirm that you give permission for your Google Account to be deleted permanently and any associated information to be deleted. To do this, simply check the appropriate boxes:

Now click on “Delete account” to close your account. You will then receive a confirmation message from Google.