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How to Delete Your BoardGameGeek Account

BoardGameGeek is the world's largest board game website. Find information on thousands of board games, read reviews, and connect with other gamers.

⚡ 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 BoardGameGeek.

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Step 2

Navigate to the 'Account' page.

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Step 3

Click on the 'Request Account Deletion' link.

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Step 4

Confirm your request by clicking on the 'Delete Account' button.

📋 Required for Deletion

  • Registered account

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • Loss of access to user profile
  • Loss of user-created content
  • Loss of access to community features

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: contact-required
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: N/A
  • Founded: 2000
  • Monthly users: 1 million
  • Headquarters: Dallas, Texas
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

Log-in and use the link provided to request account deletion.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to delete my account?

Your account will be deleted within 30 days of your request.

Can I recover my account after it's been deleted?

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

Can I recover my BoardGameGeek 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 BoardGameGeek account?

Deleting your account means: Loss of access to user profile; Loss of user-created content; Loss of access to community features. Export or download anything you want to keep before you begin — it is normally not recoverable afterwards.

What do I need before deleting my BoardGameGeek account?

Have the following ready: Registered account. Having it to hand avoids getting part-way through the flow and having to start again.

Is BoardGameGeek GDPR and CCPA compliant?

BoardGameGeek 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 BoardGameGeek?

Common alternatives include Tabletopia, Yucata, Board Game Arena. If you are switching because of how BoardGameGeek handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

Where is BoardGameGeek based?

BoardGameGeek is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, which is the jurisdiction whose data-protection rules govern your account.

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