How to Delete Your Claude Account and What to Do First
Updated: 1 day ago
⚡ TL;DR Cancel any paid plan and export your chats first. Then delete your Claude account from Settings on the web or from account settings in the app. Deletion is permanent.
Closing an account sounds simple, but doing it in the wrong order can cost you data or an extra billing cycle. Here is how to delete your Claude account the right way.
It is the same order we follow when offboarding client accounts at Lord Of The Wix. 🗑️
✅ Before You Start
Two steps protect you:
💳 Cancel any Pro or Max subscription and wait for the billing period to end
💾 Export your chats, because nothing can be recovered later
🗑️ How to Delete Your Claude Account
Choose your platform:
🌐 Web: Settings, then Account, then Delete account, and follow the prompts
📱 iOS or Android: open your profile or account settings and choose the delete option
⚠️ What Gets Erased
Deletion is permanent. Your conversations, projects and account information become inaccessible and can't be recovered.
💡 Pro tip If you have several accounts on one email, say which one you mean when you contact support.
🆘 When to Contact Support
Some cases need help from support, for example if the self-serve option isn't available for your account.
Planning ahead makes it safe to delete your Claude account. Offboarding a team from AI tools? Lord Of The Wix can manage it. ✨
❓ Delete your Claude account FAQ
How do I delete my Claude account on the web?
Go to Settings, then Account, click Delete account and follow the prompts.
Can I delete my account from the mobile app?
Yes. Open your profile or account settings and choose the delete option.
Do I need to cancel my subscription first?
Yes. Cancel any Pro or Max plan and wait until the billing period ends.
Can a deleted Claude account be recovered?
No. Deletion is permanent and data can't be recovered.
What if I have multiple accounts on one email?
Contact support and specify which account you want deleted.
🙏 Credit: This article is based on public information from the Claude Help Center. Claude is a product of Anthropic. Source: support.claude.com.
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