How to delete your account from Microsoft
General Prerequisites
- Ensure you have access to your Microsoft account credentials (email and password).
- Backup any important data associated with your Microsoft account, such as emails, files on OneDrive, and other services linked to your account.
- Cancel any active subscriptions or services linked to your Microsoft account to avoid future charges.
Helpful or Basic Information to Conduct the Steps Required
- Deleting your Microsoft account will remove access to all Microsoft services associated with that account, including Outlook, OneDrive, Xbox Live, and more.
- The account deletion process takes 60 days to complete. During this period, you can reactivate your account by logging in.
Steps to delete your account
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Sign in to your Microsoft account:
- Go to Microsoft Account and sign in with your credentials.
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Navigate to the account closure page:
- Go to the Close your account page.
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Verify your identity:
- Follow the prompts to verify your identity. This may include entering a security code sent to your email or phone.
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Review the account closure information:
- Read the information provided about what happens when you close your account. Ensure you understand the consequences and have backed up any necessary data.
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Acknowledge the terms:
- Check the boxes to acknowledge that you have read and understood the information provided.
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Select a reason for closing the account:
- Choose a reason for closing your account from the dropdown menu.
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Confirm the closure:
- Click the "Mark account for closure" button.
Notes
- After marking your account for closure, Microsoft will keep your account in a deactivated state for 60 days. During this period, you can reactivate your account by signing in.
- Ensure you have canceled any subscriptions and backed up all necessary data before initiating the account closure process.
- If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, you can contact Microsoft Support through their support page.
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