How to deactivate mail id in smartphone

Deactivating a mail ID on a smartphone involves a few steps, which vary depending on the email provider and the device you're using. Here's a general guide to help you deactivate a mail ID on your smartphone:

Method 1: Deactivate account through email provider's website

1. Open a web browser on your computer or another device.
2. Go to the email provider's website (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook).
3. Sign in to your account using your email address and password.
4. Look for the "Account" or "Settings" section.
5. Click on "Account" or "Settings" and then select "Deactivate account" or "Close account".
6. Follow the prompts to confirm deactivation.

Method 2: Deactivate account through smartphone app

1. Open the email app on your smartphone (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Outlook).
2. Sign in to your account using your email address and password.
3. Tap on the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines or a gear icon).
4. Select "Settings" or "Account settings".
5. Look for the "Account" or "Deactivate account" option.
6. Tap on "Deactivate account" and follow the prompts to confirm deactivation.

Method 3: Deactivate account through device settings

1. Go to your smartphone's settings app.
2. Scroll down and select "Accounts" or "Mail, Contacts, Calendars".
3. Find your email account and select it.
4. Tap on "Remove account" or "Deactivate account".
5. Confirm that you want to deactivate the account.

Important notes:

• Before deactivating your email account, make sure you have backed up any important emails or data you want to keep.
• Deactivating an email account will also delete any associated contacts, calendar events, and other data.
• Some email providers may require you to provide a reason for deactivating your account or may ask you to confirm your decision.
• Deactivating an email account will not automatically delete your account from other devices or platforms where you may have signed in with the same email address.

Remember to carefully review the deactivation process and any prompts before confirming the deactivation of your email account.