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How to Delete Your Behance Account

Behance is a platform where creative professionals can showcase their work and connect with others.

⚡ Difficulty: Easy 🕐 ~10 minutes đŸ›Ąī¸ Free guide

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1

Log in to your Behance account.

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Step 2

Click on the 'Me' tab.

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Step 3

Select 'Account Settings'.

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Step 4

Click on the 'Privacy' tab.

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Step 5

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the 'Delete Account' button.

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • Loss of all projects, followers, and connections
  • Account cannot be recovered once deleted

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: Indefinite
  • Founded: 2005
  • Monthly users: 10 million
  • Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

To delete your account, please go into your 'Me' tab, visit account settings and hit the privacy tab. There, you'll have the option to delete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I recover my account after I delete it?

No, once your account is deleted, it cannot be recovered.

What happens to my projects if I delete my account?

All of your projects will be deleted along with your account.

How long does Behance keep my data after I delete my account?

Behance states a data retention period of Indefinite after account deletion. Back-ups and statutory records can fall outside that figure, so request written confirmation from support if you need certainty.

Can I recover my Behance account after deleting it?

The stated recovery window is 30 days. Once that passes the deletion is permanent and the account cannot be restored.

What will I lose if I delete my Behance account?

Deleting your account means: Loss of all projects, followers, and connections; Account cannot be recovered once deleted. Export or download anything you want to keep before you begin — it is normally not recoverable afterwards.

Is Behance GDPR and CCPA compliant?

Behance is recorded as GDPR compliant and recorded as CCPA compliant. If you are in the EU or California you can also file a formal erasure request under GDPR Article 17 or the CCPA — that route creates a record you can follow up on, separately from the in-product delete flow.

What are the alternatives to Behance?

Common alternatives include Dribbble, ArtStation, Coroflot. If you are switching because of how Behance handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

Where is Behance based?

Behance is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, which is the jurisdiction whose data-protection rules govern your account.

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