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How to Delete Your Prey Account

How to delete your Prey account, with step-by-step instructions.

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

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Step 1

Log into your account

2

Step 2

Click 'Need to close your account?'

3

Step 3

Confirm deletion

📋 Required for Deletion

  • password

âš ī¸ What Happens

  • loss of tracking data
  • loss of access to account

â„šī¸ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: 14 days
  • Founded: 2010
  • Monthly users: 100k
  • Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

Log into your account -> Click 'Need to close your account?' near the bottom of the page -> Confirm deletion

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your tracking data will be permanently deleted.

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

Prey states a data retention period of 14 days 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 Prey 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 Prey account?

Deleting your account means: loss of tracking data; loss of access to account. Export or download anything you want to keep before you begin — it is normally not recoverable afterwards.

What do I need before deleting my Prey account?

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

Is Prey GDPR and CCPA compliant?

Prey 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 Prey?

Common alternatives include Apple Find My, Tile, Samsung SmartThings Find. If you are switching because of how Prey handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

Where is Prey based?

Prey is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, which is the jurisdiction whose data-protection rules govern your account.

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