Closing hotmail account permanently
To close a Hotmail account permanently, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Using the Microsoft Account Settings
- Sign in to your Hotmail account using your email address and password.
- 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 and click on "Account settings".
- Click on "Close account" at the bottom of the page.
- Enter your password to confirm that you want to close the account.
- 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 Microsoft account credentials (your Hotmail email address and password).
- Click on "Account" from the top menu.
- Click on "Close account" from the dropdown menu.
- Follow the prompts to confirm that you want to close the account.
Method 3: Using the Hotmail Account Closure Form
- Go to the Hotmail account closure form (www.outlook.com/accountclosure).
- Enter your Hotmail 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 email address will no longer be active, and you won't be able to access your account.
- Any emails in your inbox, drafts, and sent items will be deleted.
- Your contacts and calendar events will be deleted.
- Any subscriptions or services linked to your Hotmail account will be cancelled.
- Your account will be permanently deleted, and you won't be able to recover it.
Important notes:
- Before closing your Hotmail account, make sure you've transferred any important emails or data to a new account.
- If you're using a Hotmail account for a business or organization, you may need to contact your IT department or administrator for assistance.
- Closing a Hotmail account is permanent and cannot be undone.