Close my hotmail account permanently
To close your Hotmail account permanently, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Using the Microsoft Account Settings
- Go to the Microsoft Account settings page: https://account.microsoft.com
- Sign in with your Hotmail email address and password.
- Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner, then select "Account" from the dropdown menu.
- Click on "Security" from the menu on the left.
- Scroll down to the "Close account" section and click on "Close account".
- Enter your password to confirm.
- Click on "Close account" to permanently delete your account.
Method 2: Using the Hotmail Sign-in Page
- Go to the Hotmail sign-in page: https://www.hotmail.com
- Click on "Forgot password" and follow the prompts to sign in with your email address and password.
- Click on "Account" from the menu on the left.
- Scroll down to the "Close account" section and click on "Close account".
- Enter your password to confirm.
- Click on "Close account" to permanently delete your account.
Important Notes:
- Before closing your account, make sure you've taken care of any outstanding tasks, such as:
- Unsubscribing from newsletters and promotional emails.
- Deleting any saved login credentials or passwords.
- Transferring any important emails or data to a new account.
- Closing your Hotmail account will also delete all associated data, including emails, contacts, and calendar events.
- If you're using a Microsoft service like Outlook.com, you may need to transfer your data to a new account before closing your Hotmail account.
Remember to take your time and carefully review the consequences of closing your account before proceeding.