How to Delete Your ChatGPT Account: Step-by-Step Guide

Balasahana Suresh
Before proceeding, remember:

· Deleting your account permanently removes all chat history, settings, and subscriptions.

· You will lose access to any paid plan benefits.

· You can request export of your data before deletion.

Step 1: Backup Your Data (Optional but Recommended)

1. Log in to your ChatGPT account.

2. Go to Settings → Data Controls → Export Data.

3. Click Request Data Export.

4. Wait for the download link (may take a few hours to days).

This ensures you retain a copy of your conversations, files, or any other personal data.

Step 2: Access Account Settings

On PC / Web Browser

1. Go to chat.openai.com and log in.

2. Click on your profile icon at the bottom left corner.

3. Select Settings from the menu.

On mobile (iOS/Android)

1. Open the ChatGPT app.

2. Tap your profile picture or hamburger menu.

3. Tap Settings.

Step 3: Initiate Account Deletion

1. In Settings, go to Account.

2. Scroll down to find “Delete Account”.

3. Click Delete Account.

You may see a warning message confirming that deletion is permanent.

Step 4: Verify Your Identity

· ChatGPT may ask you to confirm your email and/or enter your password.

· Some accounts may require two-factor authentication if enabled.

· Enter the verification code sent to your email or phone.

Step 5: Confirm Deletion

· After verification, you’ll see a final confirmation screen.

· Click Confirm Delete.

Once confirmed, your account enters permanent deletion.
Usually, the process is completed within 30 days, after which your data is irretrievably removed.

Step 6: Cancel Any Subscriptions

· If you have ChatGPT Plus or other subscriptions:

1. Cancel your subscription via Settings → Plan → Manage Subscription before deleting your account.

2. This prevents further billing after account deletion.

Step 7: Check Email Confirmation

· You should receive a confirmation email from OpenAI about account deletion.

· Keep this for your records.

FAQs

Q1: Can I recover my ChatGPT account after deletion?
❌ No, once deletion is complete, it’s permanent.

Q2: Will my chats be visible to OpenAI after deletion?
✅ OpenAI retains anonymized data for research and safety purposes, but personal account data is removed.

Q3: Can I delete my account from mobile without using a browser?
✅ Yes, the ChatGPT mobile app has the same Settings → Account → Delete Account option.

✅ Summary

1. Backup your data if needed.

2. Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account.

3. Verify identity via email/password/2FA.

4. Confirm deletion.

5. Cancel any active subscriptions.

6. Wait for email confirmation.

 

Disclaimer:

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