{"id":8239,"date":"2023-09-04T13:24:58","date_gmt":"2023-09-04T17:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/?p=8239"},"modified":"2024-11-18T15:19:10","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T20:19:10","slug":"how-to-delete-your-google-account","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-delete-your-google-account\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Delete Your Google Account\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block uk-card-default uk-padding-small\" style=\"font-size:16px\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h4>Table of Contents<\/h4><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#what-to-know-before-you-delete-your-google-account\">What to Know Before You Delete Your Google Account<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-download-your-google-data\">How to Download Your Google Data<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#computer\">Computer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#android-i-phone-i-pad\">Android, iPhone &amp; iPad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-delete-your-google-account\">How to Delete Your Google Account<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#computer-1\">Computer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#android-i-phone-i-pad-2\">Android, iPhone &amp; iPad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-delete-individual-google-services\">How to Delete Individual Google Services<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#computer-3\">Computer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#android-i-phone-and-i-pad\">Android, iPhone, and iPad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#want-even-more-privacy\">Want Even More Privacy?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-delete-your-information-from-data-brokers\">How to Delete Your Information from Data Brokers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fa-qs\">FAQs<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#how-do-you-delete-a-gmail-account\">How do you delete a Gmail account?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#does-removing-a-google-account-delete-it\">Does removing a Google account delete it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-do-i-delete-a-google-account-from-chrome\">How do I delete a Google account from Chrome?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-long-does-it-take-to-delete-a-google-account\">How long does it take to delete a Google account?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#can-a-google-account-be-recovered-after-deleting-it\">Can a Google account be recovered after deleting it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-do-i-delete-a-google-account-without-losing-everything\">How do I delete a Google account without losing everything?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-is-the-difference-between-removing-and-deleting-a-google-account\">What is the difference between removing and deleting a Google account?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#will-google-delete-inactive-accounts-after-2-years\">Will Google delete inactive accounts after 2 years?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide explains how to delete your Google account in just a few simple steps.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google services are widely used and well-known because of their convenience. So, closing your Google account might seem impossible, especially with how much data and information you\u2019ve likely saved there through the years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, there are plenty of reasons why deleting your Google account makes sense. Maybe you want a new email provider, or your account has been compromised. Or perhaps you like the idea of a platform that respects your privacy more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever it may be, we show you the exact steps to delete your Google account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But remember:<\/strong> Google isn\u2019t the only company that has your data &#8211; plenty of other companies have it too. Some of the worst offenders, however, are data brokers. These companies collect your information from various sources and then sell it to other third parties without giving you anything in return. To regain your privacy, we show you how to opt out of these companies\u2019 databases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-know-before-you-delete-your-google-account\">What to Know Before You Delete Your Google Account<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you delete your Google account, you don\u2019t just lose access to your email. You also lose access to all apps, subscriptions, files, purchased content, and data associated with the account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a complete list of what you\u2019ll lose when deleting your Google account:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access to all Google services like Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Calendar) and Google Photos.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All online search history, including YouTube, Google Maps, and Google Search.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any active subscriptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your Google username. Note that you will not be able to make a new account with the same username.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All contacts stored in your Google Account&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to Chrome apps or extensions (if you own a Chromebook).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider everything you will lose before deciding to delete your Google account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip: <\/strong>You can download your account data first and then delete your account afterward. That way, you won\u2019t lose important data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-download-your-google-data\">How to Download Your Google Data<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can download your Google data using Google Takeout. This free export tool lets Google users export data into downloadable archive files. Google Takeout supports 51 types of data, and it can all be downloaded into a zip file in a few minutes to several days, depending on the download size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"computer\">Computer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide to downloading your Google data on a computer using a web browser. We recommend using Google Chrome.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-visit-google-takeout\">1. Visit Google Takeout<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>First, go to Google Takeout &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/takeout.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/takeout.google.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-sign-in-to-your-account\">2. Sign in to your account<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not already signed into your account, enter your Google account credentials. If you\u2019re signed in, skip this step. The page will automatically bring you to step three.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-select-data-to-download\">3. Select data to download<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In Google Takeout, select the data you want to export.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By default, all data from all Google services will be selected. You can click &#8220;Deselect all&#8221; and then check only the specific services you want to download your data from.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/jcK829VYLRwe32grnnWUi7w_Yg0ID0kk_jaeCr25ILjeTWtd2cBy6gpgO4wQMHyWGhU_v5pCZXN8Up7rPXFSJIj29E9cVfG7Pec3CAEJNQEOjzvqW9Sd5EEGZLDNqzBObgvAN_ZKSZQuKLe_IHj3z7Y\" alt=\"Google Takeout \" style=\"width:514px;height:542px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll down and click \u201cNext step.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-customize-your-download-format\">4. Customize your download format<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can customize your download format based on the delivery method, export frequency, and file type and size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"652\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zo4hNm8Jv0PnTt8a2FXtQMPfAi-1dmV8fKn3FNu8N4_CdwXP84nNaCR4jBZgc62CBbUgNkfn5gnozDR-FZaZnHiESeQujLOnxcpMabrU6_5QMNT8obZWdG3G9Jyjs4x17horf6NBICyl4xF_S_LL0iA.png\" alt=\"Choose file type, frequency, and destination for your personal data download in Google Takeout \" class=\"wp-image-8240\" style=\"width:497px;height:531px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zo4hNm8Jv0PnTt8a2FXtQMPfAi-1dmV8fKn3FNu8N4_CdwXP84nNaCR4jBZgc62CBbUgNkfn5gnozDR-FZaZnHiESeQujLOnxcpMabrU6_5QMNT8obZWdG3G9Jyjs4x17horf6NBICyl4xF_S_LL0iA.png 652w, https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zo4hNm8Jv0PnTt8a2FXtQMPfAi-1dmV8fKn3FNu8N4_CdwXP84nNaCR4jBZgc62CBbUgNkfn5gnozDR-FZaZnHiESeQujLOnxcpMabrU6_5QMNT8obZWdG3G9Jyjs4x17horf6NBICyl4xF_S_LL0iA-281x300.png 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 652px) 100vw, 652px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-create-your-export\">5. Create your export<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cCreate export.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/zz1Rm_n75id1LyfGbZVGQc4JeRzW45Uhq5hJAaul0z4mpwPhqYv5NMI4wQsDNKVyi0NjgIcTAY4RtQVy0pT24pTZq5D5UbAKvPDJhf3tibUvxe6XCwEdQLFmqL_JQqYfRfCAj1FIWJO5vGFTBLDWeBM\" alt=\"&quot;Create report&quot; button in Google Takeout\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-wait-for-your-download-and-save\">6. Wait for your download and save<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, you can wait for your download. Google lets you track your export progress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the download is complete, you will receive a link to download it onto your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/QAzP3LiQYjotnZyfmnq8exPsNnS5MEW6TnVMl2MU8rPgEJjkeBlZAbswAW5ZAsgFQ7VHyj3wkY2yncZryf5rCRZQqwTfRv-9AqvxLCmWykJQdUpFACtBcBT2-Ylf0VckDQX93tiGcw1isHlAtwY2_HA\" alt=\"Export progress in Google Takeout\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"android-i-phone-i-pad\">Android, iPhone &amp; iPad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The process on a phone is a little different because you can download your data directly from the Google app. Follow these steps to learn how.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-open-the-google-app\">1. Open the Google app<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the Google app on your Apple or Android phone to get started.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-click-manage-your-google-account\">2. Click \u201cManage your Google Account\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click your profile icon in the top right corner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the dropdown menu that appears, select \u201cManage your Google Account.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/UvuqwvFto55s8UREUtKJbyPICALYjoYr9H3guZnAr_oQUAWsw8rj4EboAOFdT5-yZnBX2QTL--xQ83Lr2_gTg6IlpUHkqjJmp8ZSW8XzMVF9y7nScKQ-iZIaYsp6ObalmOf6xym7b72KDoEOJA4GXik\" alt=\"'Manage Google Account' option in Google app\" style=\"width:304px;height:657px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-click-data-privacy\">3. Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d in the top menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/z54BNH9ilQdJjOFpAJg4xOXtgjqUQQ4ux_hRYAvqXe-3bZpuHyYz7mRsyxnMxHBhkNkP4cgV7uyepSfr6I9Iab-r_rFlOZb4c9T3daQcbZyhEgws0sY9xkOA_oW2VtFgvZQcRKOicd4uXWdE-hSVZcA\" alt=\"'Data &amp; privacy' section in Google app\" style=\"width:297px;height:642px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-select-download-your-data\">4. Select \u201cDownload your data\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll down more than halfway through the page and click \u201cDownload your data.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/TsIXnjABP4h34oP75LkXX3AKGizEE8QIbNQM2hkYmc0C_MT9q15Ofloua8D_MXdTK6YwjlCRFMBpQvzTDnQ-pnyAR7iESHbW3IldDf4O6FLwSuJpczhVc3eok2AlI5uzfcpJJyLzM1K4o9y-AVi_N64\" alt=\"Download your personal data Google has on you via Google app\" style=\"width:304px;height:654px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-select-data-to-download\">5. Select data to download<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, select or deselect the data you want included in your report.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, click \u201cNext step.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-customize-your-download-format\">6. Customize your download format<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can customize your download format based on the delivery method, export frequency, and file type and size.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-create-your-export\">7. Create your export<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cCreate export\u201d and wait for the download to finish. Google will send you a link to view your downloaded data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-delete-your-google-account\">How to Delete Your Google Account<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Signing up for a Google account creates a bigger digital footprint than you may realize. Below, we walk you through the necessary steps to delete your Google account, regardless of your device.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"computer-1\">Computer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the steps to delete your Google account using a web browser on a computer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-go-to-myaccount-google-com\">1. Go to myaccount.google.com<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>First, open your web browser and go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/myaccount.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google account homepage<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will see everything related to your Google account, including personal information, data, security, payments, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/dKLPRyLZF-sjqV_hH7KBQt-EpjmPay1nKKQMad6Xc3rsdYYbO7L88Eqo6Y_WV3aGQ_86uTMg9BQutsiZ-rgt8dojZNeo1E_e8yMh8JzPH9gxgktVJhmV9aQ7DfEKaWWPWLl72-YlQByZUB4gOTPUEp4\" alt=\"Google account homepage\" style=\"width:780px;height:309px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-go-to-data-and-privacy\">2. Go to \u2018Data and privacy\u2019&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d on the sidebar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/wKrhLnuPoZ_y5hWy_GTSYonV8BJk3HuOmXak3mpCyQoqL6327NmJNV6riuB9l4Kbs0qc-B18ROGurnJSHfQhv740aBESC9tfpsr3thto6CN94tJP_jimdIROhdtkU-TKIitnQUSAG_R9DmyZNBzdxeY\" alt=\"'Data &amp; privacy' menu option in Google account\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-click-more-options\">3. Click &#8220;More options&#8221;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Under \u201cYour data &amp; privacy options,\u201d click \u201cMore options.\u201d This will bring you to the bottom of the page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/fo78KbN8Q-FpCvz4LdqGtVRqO_PgJmdks3MDsFcQ0jyUPGLUHCys7jDJEyVfE691pz3YLubFxdLUTfvnhZdb5SPbttZ7SNXNwParNzXFTm0MsZ8DK6MIHBVBEx1mDVQ5aoc6dh4amZfaj8D7bF6GOl0\" alt=\"'Data &amp; privacy' section in Google account\" style=\"width:549px;height:349px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-delete-your-google-account\">4. Delete your Google account<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Under \u2018More options,\u2019 click \u201cDelete your Google Account.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/1m_OR-G852zrcdn0QruUwzqMwLj8092Wh4B2h8l2I9CxRRplLav8YhIf8vVTLcBXRZ1tTOw8N-4wCy6wI_LpPr2_L2PURWzrdplCq8uq05UZq9E0JileiDENonmIyxpPqAhdwgyL5_BSnbfMOWa83CM\" alt=\"&quot;Delete your Google Account&quot; option via Google account\" style=\"width:775px;height:268px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-review-the-terms-and-conditions\">5. Review the terms and conditions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Google makes it clear what you can expect when deleting your account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read the terms and conditions to be sure you understand that your account is gone forever after doing this.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/oIBn7AK8x7TQg3ruOL_L3O4e3fKQlDxanUhElH-o8Z6mba_pAKtihZnojlxbvfBrTx4laK3FHt8Mr6RmoG1Em0Pns113y5lcvnIbWFIuZVhWDgiKWFcwb15unMAgIa1zpGyoZ2AnQRMyOhVJqlFOSmo\" alt=\"Terms and conditions for deleting your Google Account\" style=\"width:402px;height:376px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-click-the-empty-boxes-and-then-delete\">6. Click the empty boxes and then delete&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll to the bottom of this page, and you\u2019ll see two unchecked boxes. Read the acknowledgments and tick the boxes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, click \u201cDelete Account\u201d to complete the deletion process.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/KOD85MPIcjC7HtsxefGoLeqHktE7fPRh_ViKxlOvdsuR3wvWCT5aCzc4bLsSqF5GrHrUQhgEmtXy3BCMwBkXUEYk1ICA-vF62SlgeccO9Xrb6oz-xbOdDcSi60oFsW-iBK1Syg6slzcKTbee_7TtSwA\" alt=\"Acknowledgement boxes for deleting Google Account\" style=\"width:563px;height:383px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"android-i-phone-i-pad-2\">Android, iPhone &amp; iPad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re using an Android device, iPhone, or iPad, you\u2019ll follow the same steps to delete your Google account. The steps are slightly different than if you were on a desktop computer. Here\u2019s how it&#8217;s done.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-open-the-google-app-3\">1. Open the Google app<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the Google app on your device. If you don\u2019t have it, download it from the Google Play Store and sign into your Google account before proceeding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-click-on-your-profile-picture-in-the-top-right-corner\">2. Click on your profile picture in the top right corner<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, look for the icon in the top right corner of the screen. Click the icon, and a new dropdown menu will appear.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/BSwCKyeo-Ngv3xgl-lSp6cauqDT8dodVAxfrPW6icLNFomX7791uKpJcxD7hQkFrLjXN6V-SsTlOseJ2sn_L-nO3innyALF-Zm2_J8OUVCnbCF-3F2CYh69JNe5q9ftniQjK5Co9cMspxSYpBRKAeDI\" alt=\"Google profile picture in Google app\" style=\"width:436px;height:324px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-choose-the-manage-your-google-account-option\">3. Choose the \u201cManage your Google Account\u201d option<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cManage your Google Account\u201d in the account dropdown menu to see your account details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/UvuqwvFto55s8UREUtKJbyPICALYjoYr9H3guZnAr_oQUAWsw8rj4EboAOFdT5-yZnBX2QTL--xQ83Lr2_gTg6IlpUHkqjJmp8ZSW8XzMVF9y7nScKQ-iZIaYsp6ObalmOf6xym7b72KDoEOJA4GXik\" alt=\"Manage your Google Account menu option\" style=\"width:304px;height:657px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-click-data-privacy\">4. Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d in the top navigation bar to be brought to a portal that includes all key data and privacy account settings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/z54BNH9ilQdJjOFpAJg4xOXtgjqUQQ4ux_hRYAvqXe-3bZpuHyYz7mRsyxnMxHBhkNkP4cgV7uyepSfr6I9Iab-r_rFlOZb4c9T3daQcbZyhEgws0sY9xkOA_oW2VtFgvZQcRKOicd4uXWdE-hSVZcA\" alt=\"'Data &amp; privacy' menu option in Google app\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:304px;height:610px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-select-delete-your-google-account\">5. Select \u201cDelete your Google Account\u201d&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cMore options\u201d or scroll to the bottom of the page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cDelete your Google Account.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/_fcyjPldIK4nPwHQvS7yJo-3hqpJWhu9TDrjs3hIZCdUcku4Gomog9OJf8sQ7tlT3zyhZO4U-RgLSID0OSwv-YLPyqFDrc3kFAH7CTNTRGV9EYLMvqs8T46KkWxMS8h6uI-C2k1a2Maw_FLnPioIGoM\" alt=\"Delete your Google Account via Google app\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:304px;height:666px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-sign-in-to-verify-your-account-deletion\">6. Sign in to verify your account deletion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Google app will now request you to sign into your account. Enter your password to confirm your identity. This will open up a new page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-tick-the-boxes-and-click-delete-account\">7. Tick the boxes and click \u201cDelete Account\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll through the page to see everything that will be deleted from your account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the bottom of the page, tick the acknowledgment boxes, then click \u201cDelete Account\u201d to confirm that you want to delete your Google account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/vqVUB38lxakYvw-grI_48oZfshSONh00kCyM2cPcVtVfzWcibjOc9aMkwSz4uO5T_OKy2Mdof6RPJMU-l2bNGzD3_QD2qpx9W7HZINsOixwYXnwgA1QRPUf6kPpyWtuiZgJ0i947CgMxkySXAV_iY6w\" width=\"336\" height=\"520\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-delete-individual-google-services\">How to Delete Individual Google Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not ready to delete your Google account, you can delete individual Google services, like YouTube or Gmail, instead. This keeps your account data but removes the unwanted service. You also have the option to download your data from a Google service before deleting it. Here are the steps to do so.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"computer-3\">Computer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the steps to delete a Google service on a computer using a web browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-go-to-myaccount-google-com-5\">1. Go to myaccount.google.com<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Open your web browser and go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/myaccount.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google account homepage<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-click-data-privacy\">2. Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d on the sidebar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-scroll-to-data-from-apps-and-services-you-use-section\">3. Scroll to \u2018Data from apps and services you use\u2019 section<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll down until you find the \u2018Data from apps and services you use\u2019 section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cA summary of your services and data.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/qm13OSNHvhD9bgLsywOv-eKy02KX6jkmPOhpNPonUaqIKCLyhpyx34lZ38KT8gvNr3M2Z301OHzgBKw68Qqc40qtJv-xb-zZqSDzdHw9LiWfuXLxa90JMPFGxXLTQHim_EYFVEBEDV0eotPS1Mpw2EQ\" alt=\"'Data from apps and services you use' section in Google account\" style=\"width:518px;height:440px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-click-delete-a-service\">4. Click \u201cDelete a service\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, click \u201cDelete a service.\u201d This will open up a new tab.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/D9o5ACX4Wm3MW2i8eBL0IAjNSsImMNp1mgjliUnOImPICAZ9ud_-tb6itwziAxaxdROXXS7hEFi-hPZlFaHWVA6-yzeXIxnoEstjl-Tt_4PjtybKfPLiY5MJ-Sh-XjACxKnfmVxhT0Gmzozn4-Nxf9c\" alt=\"Google dashboard &quot;Delete a service&quot; option\" style=\"width:583px;height:279px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-click-delete-a-google-service\">5. Click \u201cDelete a Google service\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the new tab, click \u201cDelete a Google service.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-choose-a-google-service\">6. Choose a Google service&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose the Google service you want to delete and click the trash bin icon to remove it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/zGkz-ucOFNSmGsZvUBmXz20KyVvMknYtV4pMC7Kl3oUJDIEnG4k3I5vUErXvqcbJPwmgvgdw4tlWPMMdzhtsacTzIQdc6lJujtTEKu22qSQSY2z5omtAU2I7p8KD1UI914sUF_SEpvl0zilfroIwZqI\" alt=\"List of Google services you can delete from your Google Account\" style=\"width:444px;height:532px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-follow-the-instructions\">7. Follow the instructions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The instructions you will see next will vary depending on the service you choose.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the instructions on the screen and tick the acknowledgment boxes to confirm that you want to delete the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/ff7icfgxUtfs0FnSJ6GJyj7juYIrHxQE7iayhHTpVtHvzYzXC4rXk4KeYeX5DVnXLDLpufIKb6R1KdeJP8y_wEhPAf4yLdOtWz3bF7oIzTLd_TNHSncgeh6e1pjsmCXDC88phnhqkXWaQoLrOX92-Wk\" alt=\"Acknowledgement boxes for deleting Google Pay\" style=\"width:363px;height:589px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cDelete Google Pay.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your data was successfully deleted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"android-i-phone-and-i-pad\">Android, iPhone, and iPad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can delete individual Google services from your Android or iOS device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-go-to-myaccount-google-com-or-open-the-google-app\">1. Go to myaccount.google.com or open the Google app&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to your <a href=\"https:\/\/myaccount.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google account homepage<\/a> on your browser or open the Google app on your device.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-click-your-profile-icon\">2. Click your profile icon&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, look for your profile icon in the top right corner of the screen. Click the icon, and a new dropdown menu will appear.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-click-the-manage-your-google-account-button\">3. Click the Manage your Google Account button<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cManage your Google Account.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/UvuqwvFto55s8UREUtKJbyPICALYjoYr9H3guZnAr_oQUAWsw8rj4EboAOFdT5-yZnBX2QTL--xQ83Lr2_gTg6IlpUHkqjJmp8ZSW8XzMVF9y7nScKQ-iZIaYsp6ObalmOf6xym7b72KDoEOJA4GXik\" alt=\"'Manage your Google Account' menu option on Google app \" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:304px;height:671px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-click-the-data-privacy-button\">4. Click the Data &amp; privacy button<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Select \u201cData &amp; privacy\u201d in the top navigation bar to be brought to a portal that includes all key data and privacy account settings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/z54BNH9ilQdJjOFpAJg4xOXtgjqUQQ4ux_hRYAvqXe-3bZpuHyYz7mRsyxnMxHBhkNkP4cgV7uyepSfr6I9Iab-r_rFlOZb4c9T3daQcbZyhEgws0sY9xkOA_oW2VtFgvZQcRKOicd4uXWdE-hSVZcA\" alt=\"'Data &amp; privacy' section in Google app\" style=\"width:303px;height:653px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-scroll-to-data-from-apps-and-services-you-use-section\">5. Scroll to \u2018Data from apps and services you use\u2019 section<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Scroll down until you find the \u2018Data from apps and services you use\u2019 section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cContent saved from Google services.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-click-delete-a-service\">6. Click \u201cDelete a service.\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, click \u201cDelete a service.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-click-delete-a-google-service\">7. Click \u201cDelete a Google service\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cDelete a Google service.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/TEyqfaVmkar7ZLGRt60W_YNsOEb3tFfTrV1bhgbVNdWOBt62SVX5XXvYKuUTxBHQIlgl1cweyY5EVgwdYrys55N76yvzDmKzUuxIcJvk1EgsG9kkyFSxWeJGYqUzoynPa53vaAqkxP_AuIptdsMo5xg\" alt=\"Option to delete a Google service from the Google app\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:304px;height:694px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-sign-into-your-account\">8. Sign into your account&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Google will now ask you to sign into your Google account to confirm your identity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter your password.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also change your account by clicking your email below your name.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-choose-a-google-service\">9. Choose a Google service&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose the Google service you want to delete and click the trash bin icon to remove it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-follow-the-prompts\">10. Follow the prompts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Google app will walk you through the steps to finish deleting the Google service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the service, there are one to two acknowledgment boxes that you need to tick. Then, click the delete button.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Google service is now deleted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"want-even-more-privacy\">Want Even More Privacy?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chances are, you\u2019ve deleted (or want to delete) your Google account to improve your privacy. This is a valid reason, considering that Google is known to use customer data for insights and marketing campaigns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, a deleted Google account is not the end-all to online digital privacy concerns. <strong>Even when you remove Google from your life, your personal data will continue to live in other companies\u2019 databases.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these companies, like Microsoft or Amazon, you\u2019re likely a customer with. They have your data, but you get a valuable service in return.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Others, such as Acxiom and Spokeo, you\u2019ve probably never heard of before. But they certainly know a lot about you. These companies, known as data brokers, collect your personal information from a variety of sources like social media and public records, collate this information into a comprehensive profile, and sell it to anyone who wants it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s an example of what a data broker profile looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/7kiLURC9vHxK68BSnzTxNnIaNyGoVvOOtYxAMiX1GBR7jFE7eEXWAD2emWOtXRY-jTOo3cbe2w16bVAODKAcYw_tNHK9niezJajtnVp1oDsEzAgjXtw4_fzaRIrCA6-FfTqC39OUPM0H9oSCaz5OmhI\" alt=\"Data broker profile\" style=\"width:610px;height:700px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only can you buy someone\u2019s data broker profile for just a few dollars, but most of the time, these profiles also appear on the first page of Google when someone searches for your name.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of third parties who buy data broker profiles is extensive: other people, advertisers, law enforcement agencies, insurers, and even hackers. Your profile can be used to dox you, send you unwanted marketing emails, phish you, raise your insurance premiums, deny employment, etc. You can learn more about data brokers in our <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/what-are-data-brokers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comprehensive data broker guide<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that you can opt out of most data broker databases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-delete-your-information-from-data-brokers\">How to Delete Your Information from Data Brokers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow our <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/opt-out-guides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">opt-out guides<\/a> to learn how to delete your personal information from data brokers.&nbsp; Some of our most popular guides include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-whitepages-standard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Whitepages<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-spokeo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Spokeo<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-beenverified\/\">remove yourself from BeenVerified<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-peoplefinders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from PeopleFinder<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-radaris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Radaris<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-people-background-check\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from People Background Check<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-truthfinder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from TruthFinder<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-mylife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from MyLife<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-intelius\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Intelius<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-fast-people-search\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Fast People Search<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-arrests-org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Arrests.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-checkpeople-com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from CheckPeople.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-yourself-from-instant-checkmate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remove yourself from Instant Checkmate<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that you will need to opt out of data brokers regularly, as they have a habit of relisting your information as soon as they find more of it. Alternatively, you can subscribe to a data broker removal service like <a href=\"https:\/\/joindeleteme.com\/privacy-protection-plans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DeleteMe<\/a> to have your personal information removed from these sites continuously on your behalf.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fa-qs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some commonly asked questions about how to delete a Google account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-you-delete-a-gmail-account\">How do you delete a Gmail account?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you no longer want to use Gmail, follow these steps to delete it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/myaccount.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">myaccount.google.com<\/a> on your device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the \u2018Data &amp; privacy\u2019 tab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down to \u2018Data from apps and services that you use.\u2019 Under \u2018Download or delete your data,\u2019 click \u201cDelete a Google service.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify your identity by entering your password. Click \u201cNext.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the trash can icon next to the Gmail app.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter an existing email account address to verify account deletion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the link in the verification email to finalize the Gmail account deletion. <strong>Note: <\/strong>Make sure you do not use a Gmail address here. To successfully delete Gmail, you need to enter a different email domain.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"does-removing-a-google-account-delete-it\">Does removing a Google account delete it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing a Google account from your device will not delete the account\u2019s existence. It will only clear any information from the account stored on your phone or computer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-i-delete-a-google-account-from-chrome\">How do I delete a Google account from Chrome?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of deleting a Google account, you can remove it from your Chrome browser. Open Chrome and follow these steps to remove your account:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click your Google account icon in the right corner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the gear icon (if you hover over it, it should say \u2018Manage Profiles.\u2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the new window that opens, click the three dots above the account you want to remove. It should say \u2018More actions\u2019 if you hover over the three dots.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cDelete,\u201d then \u201cDelete\u201d again in the next popup window.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-long-does-it-take-to-delete-a-google-account\">How long does it take to delete a Google account?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It will take you 5 minutes or less to manually delete a Google account. However, after you finish the deletion process, the account can take up to 60 days to be deleted from Google\u2019s side. There is a 30-day account recovery period for users to reactivate their accounts for any reason. After this time passes, your account will be permanently deleted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-a-google-account-be-recovered-after-deleting-it\">Can a Google account be recovered after deleting it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google accounts are recoverable for 30 days after the deletion request has been finalized. In rare cases, your account can be recovered past the initial 30 days for up to 60 days. However, most Google accounts cannot be recovered past the first 30 days.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-i-delete-a-google-account-without-losing-everything\">How do I delete a Google account without losing everything?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Deleting a Google account is permanent, so if you want to avoid losing everything, you must download and back up your data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can download your data via your browser:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to Google Takeout &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/takeout.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/takeout.google.com\/<\/a> and sign into your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the data you want to download. All data is selected by default, but you can click \u201cDeselect all\u201d and check only specific services you want to download data for. Scroll to the bottom and click \u201cNext step.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose file type, frequency, and destination.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cCreate export.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After you&#8217;ve deleted your entire Google account, you cannot recover any data from that account. Any services tied to the deleted Google account, like YouTube channels, Google Play apps, etc., will also be deleted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-removing-and-deleting-a-google-account\">What is the difference between removing and deleting a Google account?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing a Google account typically refers to deleting the app from your device or logging out of your accounts in the Chrome browser. Deleting a Google account is when you erase your account history and remove all information forever.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing an account is temporary. Deleting an account is permanent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"will-google-delete-inactive-accounts-after-2-years\">Will Google delete inactive accounts after 2 years?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google has made it clear that personal accounts without any previous logins over two years will be deleted due to inactivity. Google considers activity to be any action with the account, like sending an email, performing a Google search, or watching a YouTube video while signing in.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This guide explains how to delete your Google account in just a few simple steps.&nbsp; Google services are widely used and well-known because of their convenience. 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