How to close a hotmail account permanently

To close a Hotmail account permanently, you'll need to follow these steps:

Method 1: Using the Microsoft Account Settings

1. Sign in to your Hotmail account using your email address and password.
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 and click on "Account settings".
5. Click on "Close account" at the bottom of the page.
6. Enter your password to confirm that you want to close the account.
7. Click on "Close account" again to confirm.

Method 2: Using 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 "Close account" from the dropdown menu.
5. Follow the prompts to confirm that you want to close the account.

Method 3: Using the Microsoft Account Deletion Tool

1. Go to the Microsoft Account Deletion Tool (account.microsoft.com/settings/account/closeaccount).
2. Sign in with your Microsoft account credentials (your Hotmail email address and password).
3. Click on "Close account" and follow the prompts to confirm that you want to close the account.

Important Notes:

• Before closing your account, make sure you have saved any important emails or data you want to keep.
• Closing your Hotmail account will also close any associated Microsoft services, such as Outlook.com, OneDrive, and Skype.
• If you're using a Hotmail account for business or professional purposes, you may want to consider alternative email services that are more suitable for your needs.
• After closing your account, you won't be able to access your email address or any associated data.

Remember to take a moment to review your account settings and ensure that you're prepared to close your Hotmail account permanently.