How to delete google mail account permanently

To delete a Google Mail account permanently, you'll need to follow these steps:

Important: Before deleting your account, make sure you've taken care of the following:

  1. Export your data: Download your emails, contacts, and other data from your account using Google Takeout.
  2. Cancel any subscriptions: Cancel any recurring subscriptions or services linked to your Google account.
  3. Remove account access from other devices: Sign out of your Google account on all devices and browsers to prevent unauthorized access.

Now, follow these steps to delete your Google Mail account permanently:

Method 1: Delete account using Google Account settings

  1. Sign in to your Google Account settings page.
  2. Click on the "Data & personalization" tab.
  3. Scroll down to the "Delete your Google Account" section.
  4. Click on "Delete your account" and follow the prompts.
  5. Enter your password and confirm that you want to delete your account.
  6. Click "Delete account" to confirm.

Method 2: Delete account using Google Account recovery page

  1. Go to the Google Account recovery page.
  2. Enter your email address and password to sign in.
  3. Click on "Delete account" and follow the prompts.
  4. Enter your password and confirm that you want to delete your account.
  5. Click "Delete account" to confirm.

What happens after deletion:

Note: If you're using a Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) account, you'll need to contact your administrator or the Google Workspace support team to delete your account.

Remember to take your time and carefully consider the consequences of deleting your Google Mail account permanently. If you're unsure, you can always reach out to Google support for assistance.