How to close my hotmail account forever

To close your Hotmail account forever, 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 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 your account" from the dropdown menu.
5. Follow the prompts to confirm you want to close the account.
6. Enter your password to confirm you want to close the account.
7. Click on "Close account" again to confirm.

Method 3: Using the Microsoft Account Deletion Tool

1. Go to the Microsoft Account Deletion Tool (account.microsoft.com/settings/delete-account).
2. Sign in with your Microsoft account credentials (your Hotmail email address and password).
3. Click on "Delete account" at the bottom of the page.
4. Enter your password to confirm you want to close the account.
5. Click on "Delete account" again to confirm.

Important Notes:

• Before closing your account, make sure you've 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, or Skype.
• If you're using a Microsoft service that's linked to your Hotmail account, you may need to update the service to use a different email address.
• After closing your account, you won't be able to access your account or recover any data.

Remember to carefully consider the consequences of closing your Hotmail account before proceeding. If you're unsure, you can always contact Microsoft support for assistance.