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How to Delete Your Medium Account

Medium is a blogging platform that allows users to publish and read stories on a variety of topics.

⚡ 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 Medium account.

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Step 2

Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.

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Step 3

Select 'Settings' from the drop-down menu.

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Step 4

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

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Step 5

Enter your password and click on 'Delete account'.

📋 Required for Deletion

  • email address
  • password

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • loss of account
  • loss of posts
  • loss of followers

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: indefinitely
  • Founded: 2012
  • Monthly users: 60 million

📝 Important Notes

You can delete your Medium account yourself — this is a self-service process (rated easy — most people can do it in a few minutes). After deletion: loss of account; loss of posts; loss of followers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to delete my Medium account?

Your account will be deleted immediately.

Can I recover my Medium account after I delete it?

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

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