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How to Delete Your NewsBlur Account

NewsBlur is a popular news aggregator that lets you organize and read your favorite news feeds. This guide will show you how to delete your NewsBlur account.

⚡ Difficulty: Easy 🕐 ~10 minutes 🛡️ Free guide

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1

Log in to your NewsBlur account.

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Step 2

Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.

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Step 3

Select "Edit Profile" from the drop-down menu.

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Step 4

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

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Step 5

Enter your password and click on the "Delete Account" button again.

📋 Required for Deletion

  • Password

⚠️ What Happens

  • All feeds, articles, and settings will be permanently deleted.
  • You will not be able to recover your account or data.

ℹ️ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: Account data is permanently deleted after 30 days.
  • Founded: 2009
  • Monthly users: 1.1 Million
  • Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

You can delete your NewsBlur account yourself — this is a self-service process (rated easy — most people can do it in a few minutes). After deletion: all feeds, articles, and settings will be permanently deleted.; you will not be able to recover your account or data..

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my NewsBlur account?

Follow the steps in the guide above. Start by log in to your newsblur account, then complete each remaining step to finish deleting your account.

What happens when I delete my NewsBlur account?

Your NewsBlur account and its data are removed. Specifically: All feeds, articles, and settings will be permanently deleted.; You will not be able to recover your account or data..

Can I recover my NewsBlur account after deleting it?

NewsBlur allows a recovery window of 30 days — if you change your mind within this period you may be able to restore your account. After that the deletion becomes permanent.

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

NewsBlur states a data retention period of Account data is permanently deleted after 30 days. after account deletion. Back-ups and statutory records can fall outside that figure, so request written confirmation from support if you need certainty.

What will I lose if I delete my NewsBlur account?

Deleting your account means: All feeds, articles, and settings will be permanently deleted.; You will not be able to recover your account or data.. Export or download anything you want to keep before you begin — it is normally not recoverable afterwards.

What do I need before deleting my NewsBlur account?

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

Is NewsBlur GDPR and CCPA compliant?

NewsBlur 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 NewsBlur?

Common alternatives include Feedly, Inoreader, The Old Reader. If you are switching because of how NewsBlur handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

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