If you're looking to part ways with Evernote permanently, you may want to delete your Evernote account to ensure all your data is removed from the platform.
Deleting your Evernote account is generally a straightforward process, but there are important considerations and steps you should be aware of and complete beforehand.
In this guide, we'll provide a detailed walkthrough, outlining the steps you need to take to successfully delete your Evernote account.
How to delete an Evernote account
To delete your Evernote account, sign in to your account settings, select Account Status > Close your Evernote account, and follow the on-screen instructions. If you have a paid subscription, remember to cancel it before closing your account.
Here are the detailed steps to delete an Evernote account:
- Sign in to your account settings.
- Click "Account Status" from the left-side navigation menu.
- Click the blue "Close your Evernote account" link.
- Check the acknowledgement box and click "Continue."
- Enter your password, and then click "Close account."
When you submit an account closure request, your account enters a queue for deletion. The complete, automated closure process typically takes four weeks for your account to be fully processed and deleted.
Once the four-week period elapses, your content will not be retrievable and your account will not be accessible, even by the Evernote customer support team.
How to deactivate an Evernote account
It's advisable to opt for deactivating your account, if you think you may want to return to Evernote at a later date. Make sure you cancel your subscription before deactivating your account, if you are subscribed to Evernote through iTunes or Google Play.
To deactivate your account, follow the steps below:
- Sign in to your account settings.
- Click "Account Status" from the left-side navigation menu.
- Click the blue "Deactivate your Evernote account" link.
- Check the acknowledgement box and click "Deactivate account."
Once you deactivate your Evernote account, you will lose all access to it. This means you won't be able to log in, view, or edit your notes anymore. You need to manually reactivate your account to access your notes again in the future.