How to Delete Stack Overflow / Stack Exchange Accounts
Hard
Last Verified: 6/26/2023
Category: Q&A
Monthly Users: 100 million
Founded: 2008
Step-by-Step Instructions
1Edit your 'About Me' biography to 'please delete me'
2Contact the Stack Exchange Team via the contact form
3Select 'I need to delete my user profile'
Requirements for Deletion
- email address
- username
What Happens After Deletion
- loss of posts
- loss of access to the community
Account Recovery Period
N/A
Data Retention Period
N/A
Alternative Services
Quora
Reddit
Github
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to delete my account?
Once you contact the Stack Exchange Team, they will reach out with further instructions and the deletion process will be completed within a few days.
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