How to delete a Pinterest account permanently in 2023?

Pinterest can be a valuable tool for those who are looking for creative interior design ideas. There is something for anybody’s taste here, and it can be best...

Sagar Choudhury

Last updated on January 1, 2023

Sagar Choudhury

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A techno freak who loves new gadgets and always keen to know about the latest games and everything happening in and around the technology world. He has a massive interest in Android and streaming devices.

Pinterest can be a valuable tool for those who are looking for creative interior design ideas. There is something for anybody’s taste here, and it can be best to browse for the person in need. Pinterest also has account registration for general usage and browsing like other web services.

But this requirement is not permanent, and one might need to deactivate or delete the account permanently after a while. So here in this article, we will go through the step-by-step process of how one can do it. So without any further ado, let’s get into it.

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How to delete a Pinterest account permanently?

Much like other internet-based corporations, Pinterest also has its fair share of negatives. So if that is why you want to delete your Pinterest account permanently, we will help you with it here. First, we will see how one can delete a Pinterest account permanently using a Web browser on a PC. Then we will look at the process for Androids, iPhones, and iPads.

How to delete a Pinterest account permanently using a PC?

Open Pinterest on your default web browser.
Log in to your Pinterest account using your login credentials if you have not done it already.
Click on the small arrow icon in the window’s top right corner to open up a drop-down menu.
In the drop-down menu under More options, you will see the option “Settings.” Click on it.
Click on “Account Settings” on the left side of the Settings window.
Scroll to the bottom of the screen next, and you will see the Delete account button. Click on it.
Now you will see a list of options asking you the reason for deleting the account. Choose the option that best fits your need, and click “Send Email.”
Now open up the Email connected to your Pinterest account and then open up the mail you just received from Pinterest.
Click on the button “Yes, delete account.”
This will delete all the data you have associated with your Pinterest account and the account itself.

How to delete a Pinterest account permanently using an Android?

If you are trying to delete your Pinterest account from an Android device, follow the below steps.

Open up the Pinterest application on your Android device. If you do not have the application, download it from the play store by clicking here.
Log in to your Pinterest account using your login credentials.
Tap on the profile picture icon located at the bottom of your application screen.
Tap on the three horizontal dot icons in the top right corner of your screen.
A pop-up menu will appear here. Tap on “Settings” and then tap on “Account Settings.”
Scroll to the bottom of the screen next, and you will see the Delete account option. Tap on it.
Pinterest will inform you that you will now receive a confirmation Email for account deletion. Tap on Continue here.
Now open up the Email connected to your Pinterest account and then open up the mail you just received from them.
Click on the button “Yes, delete account.”
This will delete all the data you have associated with your Pinterest account, along with the account itself.

How to delete a Pinterest account permanently using an iPhone?

Similar to the Android application, Pinterest also has an application for iPhones. You can choose to delete your account from here as well.

Open up the Pinterest application on your iPhone. If you do not have the application, download it from the app store by clicking here.
Log in to your Pinterest account using your login credentials.
Tap on the profile picture icon located at the bottom of your application screen.
Tap on the three horizontal dot icons in the top right corner of your screen.
A pop-up menu will appear here. Tap on “Settings” and then tap on “Account Settings.”
Scroll to the bottom of the screen next, and you will see the Delete account option. Tap on it.
Pinterest will inform you that you will now receive a confirmation Email for account deletion. Tap on Continue here.
Now open up the Email connected to your Pinterest account and then open up the mail you just received from them.
Click on the button “Yes, delete account.”
This will delete all the data you have associated with your Pinterest account, along with the account itself.

How to delete a Pinterest account permanently using an iPad?

Now let us see how one can delete a Pinterest account using an iPad.

Open up the Pinterest application on your iPad. If you do not have the application, download it from the app store by clicking here.
Log in using your login credentials.
Tap on the profile picture icon located at the bottom of your application screen.
Tap on the three horizontal dot icons in the top right corner of your screen.
A pop-up menu will appear here. Tap on “Settings” and then tap on “Account Settings.”
Scroll to the bottom of the screen next, and you will see the Delete account option. Tap on it.
Pinterest will inform you that you will now receive a confirmation Email for account deletion. Tap on Continue here.
Now open up the Email connected to your account and then open up the mail you just received from Pinterest.
Click on the button “Yes, delete account.”
This will delete all the data you have associated with your Pinterest account and the account itself.

So, this is how one can delete a Pinterest account permanently in 2023 using a PC, Android, iPhone, or iPad. The steps are simple, and you should face any issues with the process, no matter which device you use.

If you have any questions or queries about this article, comment below, and we will get back to you. Also, check out our other articles on iPhone tips and tricks, Android tips and tricks, PC tips and tricks, and much more for more useful information.