Can i deactivate my hotmail account

Yes, you can deactivate your Hotmail account. Here are the steps to follow:

Method 1: Deactivate through the Microsoft Account settings

1. Sign in to your Hotmail account.
2. Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner of the page.
3. Click on "View account" from the dropdown menu.
4. Scroll down to the "Account" section.
5. Click on "Account settings".
6. Scroll down to the "Account actions" section.
7. Click on "Deactivate account".
8. Enter your password to confirm.
9. Click on "Deactivate account" to confirm.

Method 2: Deactivate through the Microsoft Support website

1. Go to the Microsoft Support website (www.support.microsoft.com).
2. Sign in with your Microsoft account credentials (your Hotmail email address and password).
3. Click on "Account" from the top menu.
4. Click on "Account settings".
5. Scroll down to the "Account actions" section.
6. Click on "Deactivate account".
7. Enter your password to confirm.
8. Click on "Deactivate account" to confirm.

Note: Before deactivating your account, you may want to consider the following:

• You will no longer be able to access your account or any associated services, such as Outlook.com, OneDrive, or Skype.
• You will lose access to any emails, contacts, or other data stored in your account.
• You may not be able to recover your account or data once it is deactivated.

If you're sure you want to deactivate your Hotmail account, follow the steps above. If you're having trouble deactivating your account or have questions, you can contact Microsoft Support for assistance.