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How to Delete Your Freelancer Account

Freelancer.com is the world's largest freelance marketplace, connecting businesses with freelance talent in over 190 countries.

⚡ 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 Freelancer account.

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Step 2

Click on the 'Settings' tab.

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Step 3

Select the 'Account' tab.

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Step 4

Scroll down to the 'Delete Account' section.

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Step 5

Enter your password and click on the 'Delete Account' button.

📋 Required for Deletion

  • Email address
  • Password

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • Loss of account and all data
  • Projects and earnings may be lost

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: Indefinitely
  • Founded: 2009
  • Monthly users: 20 million
  • Headquarters: Sydney, Australia
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

You can delete your Freelancer account yourself — this is a self-service process (rated easy — most people can do it in a few minutes). After deletion: loss of account and all data; projects and earnings may be lost.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Freelancer account?

Please refer to the steps provided above.

What happens if I delete my Freelancer account?

Deleting your Freelancer account will permanently remove all of your data, including your profile, projects, and earnings.

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

Freelancer states a data retention period of Indefinitely 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 Freelancer 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 Freelancer account?

Deleting your account means: Loss of account and all data; Projects and earnings may be lost. Export or download anything you want to keep before you begin — it is normally not recoverable afterwards.

What do I need before deleting my Freelancer account?

Have the following ready: Email address; Password. Having it to hand avoids getting part-way through the flow and having to start again.

Is Freelancer GDPR and CCPA compliant?

Freelancer 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 Freelancer?

Common alternatives include Upwork, Fiverr, Toptal, Guru. If you are switching because of how Freelancer handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

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