> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deleting your account

> There is no self-serve delete button in Chief today.

## How to delete your account

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There is no self-serve delete button in Chief today. Account deletion is handled by [the support team](/help/help-feedback-whats-new/getting-help-in-chief) so it can be done safely and completely.

1. Email **[support@chief.bot](mailto:support@chief.bot)** from the address on your account.
2. State clearly that you want your account deleted.
3. Wait for the team to confirm. They may verify your identity before deleting, since this cannot be undone.

<Warning>
  ⚠️ **Important:** Deleting your account is permanent. Your projects, Library, chats, and history are [removed and cannot be recovered](/help/security-privacy/data-retention-deletion). Export or save anything you want to keep before you ask for deletion.
</Warning>

## Before you delete

* If you only want to stop being charged, you may want to [change your plan](/help/plans-credits-billing/upgrading-downgrading-cancelling) in **Settings → Billing** instead of deleting your account.
* If you share a project or organization with colleagues, deleting your account may [affect their access](/help/projects-sharing-teams/removing-members-managing-access). Check with them first.
* If you signed up with the wrong email, ask support to [change the email](/help/account-settings/changing-your-email-signing-out) rather than deleting and starting over — that keeps your data.

## FAQ

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  <Accordion title="I emailed support but haven't heard back. Is my account deleted?">
    Not until the team confirms. Deletion is not automatic on sending the email — they verify the request first. If you have not had a reply, follow up on the same email thread.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I undo a deletion?">
    No. Deletion is permanent and your data cannot be restored. If you are unsure, ask support to pause or downgrade your account instead.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Will deleting my account cancel my billing?">
    Mention billing in your request so support can confirm the plan is closed out as part of the deletion. You can also review your plan in **Settings → Billing** beforehand.
  </Accordion>
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