One of the most popular email systems in the world, Gmail comes with a number of strong features and tools. Nevertheless, you might need to delete your Gmail account at some point. Whether it is because you are switching to a different email service or you just want to clear out your inbox. Although deleting a Gmail account might seem difficult, it’s actually a simple procedure that can be completed in a few quick steps. We’ll look at how to remove Gmail. This article will assist you with deleting your Gmail account. Whether you wish to start again or switch to a different email provider.
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How to Delete a Gmail Account
To delete a Gmail account, follow these steps:
Go to the Google account management page (https://myaccount.google.com/).
Firstly, click on the “Data & Privacy” tab on the left-hand side of the screen.
Scroll down till you see More Options. Once there, you will find options like Make a plan for your digital legacy, Plan what happens to your data, Delete your entire account and data and Delete your Google Account. Tap or click on Delete your Google Account.
Sign in to your account (the one you would like to delete), if prompted or asked.
You are given the option to download the data that is associated with that Google account before deleting it. This is essential if you still want to have access to some conversation records or files and media sent to you in that account.
Then, scroll down to the bottom until you see the blue button with the words Delete account written on it.
Then, click the trash can icon next to Gmail, and a notification will appear. For you to access various Google services, you will need an account. Pick an existing address or a new one. Enter the email address, then click Next and enter the replacement address.
Tap or click the Send verification mail link to receive an email from Google confirming your account deletion. Tap or click the link in the email, then check the box next to Yes, I want to delete [name of Gmail account] permanently from my Google Account. Tap the button for Delete Gmail.
Congratulations, a notification confirms that your Gmail account has been deleted. Now, you will have to use your other email address to sign in to other Google services.
Conclusion
If you want to delete your Gmail account, the process is simple and can be completed in a few steps. Firstly, sign in to your Google Account page and navigate to the Data & Privacy category on the left sidebar. Next, go to the Download or delete your data section and select the Delete a Google Service option. Then, click on the trash can icon beside Gmail and follow the prompts to delete your account. Keep in mind that once you delete your Gmail account, it cannot be accessed again. Nevertheless, if you want to use the same email address, you can reactivate your Gmail account by adding it again.