How to Delete an Account
Most people, at one time or another, have created an account on a website. Whether you created an account to play a game online or for purchasing online, there is undoubtedly an account floating around on the web attached to your data. However, that data can be obtained illegally and without your consent through data leaks and information thieves.
There is a solution. With the help of you can get your account deleted with just a few simple steps. DoNotPay can help delete accounts associated with Facebook, Instagram, PayPal, Gmail, and Amazon, among many others.
How to Delete Your Account on Your Own
Each website or company has different ways to delete your account. For some, you may need to go in person. For example, if you wish to cancel your Planet Fitness membership, you must visit the store in person. There is no option to delete on the website.
For others, you may need access to the email associated with the account. If the account is very old, you may not have access to the account. This can make it virtually impossible to cancel without access to the email account.
The table below summarizes the different methods to delete accounts:
| Can I Delete With | Yes / No |
| DoNotPay | Yes |
| Yes | |
| In-Person | Yes |
| Live Chat | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Phone | Yes |
| Website | Yes |
Reasons to Delete Your Account
One of the best reasons to delete an account is to protect your information from online attackers. Such criminals love unattended accounts because they can slip in and out undetected. This leaves information such as your email, address, and phone number unprotected.
Another issue is that an account that you no longer use creates a lot of useless emails. Your inbox can fill up quickly sometimes, especially since some companies send a barrage of emails every day. It can be a headache to go in and delete them all.
In addition, perhaps you are getting charged monthly fees attached to a membership that you no longer wish to have. There are several reasons why one would want to delete their account.
Issues You Might Run Into Deleting Your Account
With many forgotten accounts, forgotten passwords are an unavoidable problem. Password recovery can be a major pain point if you can't access the email anymore or don't have the same phone number associated with the account.
With the help of DoNotPay, we can help you resolve this problem easily with a few simple steps and a little bit of information. We can help you recover your password easily.
Delete Your Account With the Help of DoNotPay
Deleting accounts can be a daunting task and not for the faint of heart. However, with the help of DoNotPay, we can get your account deleted in just a few simple steps. We'll send a demand letter on your behalf to the company, confirming your account ownership and demanding that your account be closed. In addition, we'll also request that all of your data linked with the account be erased following your data privacy rights.
How to Delete Old Accounts Using DoNotPay:
If you want to delete old accounts but don't know where to start, DoNotPay has you covered in 7 easy steps:
- Go to Delete Old Accounts product on DoNotPay.
- Select the type of account you are trying to delete, such as email, streaming service, social media, gaming, eCommerce, and more.
- Tell us more about your account, including usernames and associated emails / phone numbers.
- Help us verify your account ownership by entering the date you first created the account, when you last logged in, any payment methods saved under the account, etc.
- Upload photographic evidence if you have any that can help prove your account ownership.
- Enter any last known or previously used passwords.
- Enter your contact information and submit the task!
Why Use DoNotPay to Delete Your Account
Here are some important reasons why DoNotPay is the best way to delete your account:
- Fast—You don't have to spend hours trying to delete your account
- Easy—You don't have to struggle to fill out tedious forms or keep track of all the steps involved in deleting your account
- Successful—You can rest assured knowing we'll make the best case for you
DoNotPay Works Across All Companies With the Click of a Button
DoNotPay can work with a variety of accounts including:
What Else Can DoNotPay Do?
DoNotPay can also help with:
Deleting an account can become a hassle very quickly. We have a lot of experience assisting customers with all kinds of issues they may find themselves faced with. Let help with all your online and legal needs.