Closing hotmail account immediately
To close a Hotmail account immediately, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Using the Microsoft Account Settings
- Sign in to your Hotmail account.
- Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner of the page.
- Click on "View account" from the dropdown menu.
- Scroll down to the "Account" section.
- Click on "Close account" at the bottom of the page.
- Enter your password to confirm.
- Click on "Close account" again to confirm.
Method 2: Using the Microsoft Support Website
- Go to the Microsoft Support website (www.support.microsoft.com).
- Sign in with your Hotmail account credentials.
- Click on "Account" from the top menu.
- Click on "Close your account" from the dropdown menu.
- Follow the prompts to confirm your account closure.
Method 3: Using the Hotmail Account Closure Form
- Go to the Hotmail account closure form (www.outlook.com/closeaccount).
- Enter your Hotmail account email address and password.
- Enter your reason for closing the account (optional).
- Click on "Close account" to confirm.
What happens after you close your Hotmail account:
- Your account will be permanently deleted, and you won't be able to recover it.
- Any emails, contacts, and other data associated with your account will be lost.
- You'll no longer receive emails or notifications from your Hotmail account.
- You may still receive emails from senders who have your Hotmail address in their contacts or email lists.
Before closing your Hotmail account, make sure to:
- Export any important emails, contacts, or data you want to keep.
- Update any accounts or services that use your Hotmail address.
- Notify anyone who may need to contact you using your Hotmail address.
Remember to carefully consider the consequences of closing your Hotmail account before proceeding.