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How to Delete Your Vimeo Account

How to delete your Vimeo account. Vimeo is a video-sharing website where users can upload, share, and view videos.

⚡ Difficulty: Easy 🕐 ~10 minutes 🛡️ Free guide

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1

Log in to your Vimeo 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 dropdown menu.

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Step 4

Click on the "Account" tab.

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Step 5

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

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Step 6

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

📋 Required for Deletion

  • password

⚠️ What Happens

  • Loss of all videos, comments, and account data

ℹ️ Account Info

  • Deletion type: self-service
  • Recovery period: 30 days
  • Data retention: Indefinite
  • Founded: 2004
  • Monthly users: 290 million
  • Headquarters: New York, United States
  • GDPR: recorded as compliant
  • CCPA: recorded as compliant

📝 Important Notes

You can delete your Vimeo account yourself — this is a self-service process (rated easy — most people can do it in a few minutes). After deletion: loss of all videos, comments, and account data.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete my Vimeo account?

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

What happens when I delete my Vimeo account?

Your Vimeo account and its data are removed. Specifically: Loss of all videos, comments, and account data.

Can I recover my Vimeo account after deleting it?

Vimeo 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 Vimeo keep my data after I delete my account?

Vimeo states a data retention period of Indefinite 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 Vimeo account?

Deleting your account means: Loss of all videos, comments, and account 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 Vimeo account?

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

Is Vimeo GDPR and CCPA compliant?

Vimeo 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 Vimeo?

Common alternatives include YouTube, Dailymotion, Wistia. If you are switching because of how Vimeo handles your data, check the replacement's retention and deletion policy before you migrate.

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