How to disable proton mail account

To disable a Proton Mail account, you'll need to follow these steps:

Method 1: Disable account through Proton Mail website

1. Go to the Proton Mail website (www.protonmail.com) and sign in to your account.
2. Click on your profile picture or username in the top right corner, then select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
3. Scroll down to the "Account" section and click on "Disable account".
4. Enter your password to confirm the action.
5. Choose a reason for disabling your account (optional).
6. Click "Disable account" to confirm.

Method 2: Disable account through Proton Mail mobile app

1. Open the Proton Mail mobile app on your device.
2. Tap on the three horizontal lines () in the top left corner to access the menu.
3. Tap on "Settings" from the menu.
4. Scroll down to the "Account" section and tap on "Disable account".
5. Enter your password to confirm the action.
6. Choose a reason for disabling your account (optional).
7. Tap "Disable account" to confirm.

What happens when you disable your Proton Mail account?

When you disable your Proton Mail account, the following will happen:

• Your email address will no longer be active.
• You will no longer be able to access your email account.
• Any emails sent to your Proton Mail address will be bounced back to the sender.
• Your account will be removed from our servers, and all associated data will be deleted.
• You will no longer be able to recover your account or access any data associated with it.

Important note:

Before disabling your account, make sure you have exported any important data, such as contacts or emails, as this data will be lost forever once your account is disabled.

If you're experiencing issues with your Proton Mail account or need help with disabling it, feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.