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How to Delete Your Postcrossing Account

How to delete your Postcrossing account. Postcrossing is a website that connects people who love to send and receive postcards from around the world.

⚡ 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 account.

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Step 2

Click on the "Account settings" tab.

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Step 3

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

📋 Required for Deletion

  • Login credentials

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • Loss of account and all associated data
  • Cannot be undone

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: Not applicable
  • Data retention: Not specified
  • Founded: 2005
  • Monthly users: 1.5 million
  • Headquarters: Lisbon, Portugal
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

Log into your account -> Click the link (data fully deleted, not possible to revert this).

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to my postcards if I delete my account?

Your postcards will be returned to their senders.

Can I recover my account after I delete it?

No, once you delete your account, it cannot be recovered.

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

Postcrossing does not publish a retention period for closed accounts. If the timeline matters to you, ask Postcrossing support for written confirmation of when your data is removed, and what is retained for legal or accounting reasons.

Can I recover my Postcrossing account after deleting it?

The stated recovery window is Not applicable. Once that passes the deletion is permanent and the account cannot be restored.

What will I lose if I delete my Postcrossing account?

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

What do I need before deleting my Postcrossing account?

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

Is Postcrossing GDPR and CCPA compliant?

Postcrossing 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 Postcrossing?

Common alternatives include Snail Mail, Penpal World, Write a Letter. If you are switching because of how Postcrossing handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

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