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How to Delete Your Mint Account

Mint is a free budgeting and money management tool that helps you track your spending, create budgets, and save money.

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

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1

Click 'Accounts' in the upper right corner.

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Step 2

Select the 'Settings' tab.

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Step 3

Scroll to the bottom of the page and click 'Delete Your Mint Account'.

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Step 4

Click 'YES, delete my Mint account'.

📋 Required for Deletion

  • password

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • All data will be permanently deleted

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: 7 years
  • Founded: 2007
  • Monthly users: 20 million
  • Headquarters: Mountain View, CA
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

Click 'Accounts' in the upper right, then select the 'Settings' tab. Scroll to the bottom and click 'Delete Your Mint Account' and finally 'YES, delete my Mint account'.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Mint account?

Follow the steps outlined above.

What happens to my data when I delete my Mint account?

All of your data will be permanently deleted.

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

Mint states a data retention period of 7 years 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 Mint 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 Mint account?

Deleting your account means: All data will be permanently deleted. Export or download anything you want to keep before you begin — it is normally not recoverable afterwards.

What do I need before deleting my Mint account?

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

Is Mint GDPR and CCPA compliant?

Mint 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 Mint?

Common alternatives include YNAB, EveryDollar, PocketGuard. If you are switching because of how Mint handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

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