Deleting a Google account permanently is a significant action that will result in the loss of all data associated with that account, including emails, files, and subscriptions. Here are the steps to delete your Google account permanently:
- Sign in to Your Google Account:
- Go to myaccount.google.com.
- Sign in with the Google account you wish to delete.
- If you are already signed in to your Gmail account, then you can access your Google Account settings by clicking your profile icon at the top right corner of the Gmail page then click on “Manage your Google Account“
- Navigate to Data & Privacy:
- On the left-hand menu, click on “Data & privacy.”
- Scroll to “More options”:
- Under the “Your data & privacy options” section, find and click on “Delete your Google Account.”
- Verify Your Identity:
- You will be prompted to verify your identity by re-entering your password. Complete the verification process.
- Review and Download Your Data:
- Google will show a summary of the content that will be deleted. You have the option to download your data before deleting your account by clicking on the “Download your data” link. This will redirect you to the Google Takeout service where you can select the data you wish to download.
- Confirm Deletion:
- After reviewing the information, check the boxes acknowledging that you understand the implications of deleting your account.
- Click the “Delete Account” button.
- Final Steps:
- Google will ask for final confirmation. Once you confirm, your account and all its data will be permanently deleted.
Important Considerations:
- Loss of Data:
- All emails, files, photos, and other data stored in Google services will be permanently deleted.
- You will lose access to services such as Gmail, Google Drive, Google Photos, and any subscriptions associated with the account.
- Linked Services:
- Any services or accounts linked to your Google account, such as YouTube, Google Play, and other third-party services using Google login, will be affected.
- Recovery Options:
- Once the account is deleted, recovery is generally not possible. Ensure that you have downloaded and backed up any important data before proceeding.
- Subscription and Payments:
- If you have any ongoing subscriptions or payment methods linked to your Google account, make sure to cancel those subscriptions and remove payment methods before deleting the account.
By following these steps, you can delete your Google account permanently. Make sure you fully understand the consequences and have backed up any important data before proceeding.
Notes:
- You need to be logged in to your account in order to delete it.
- If you are unable to access the account, you need to recover it first before you can delete it.
- If the account is not accessed or is dormant for 12 months or more, Google will automatically deactivate it.
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