If you have no idea how to delete your Hive Social account, we can help!
While many people are flocking to the Hive Social app, some existing users are already considering deleting their accounts and maybe giving Mastodon a try. It seems the issues with the Hive Social app are the main reason why people are leaving the platform.
From the Hive Social app not working to Hive Social verification not sending to the "Something went wrong" error, there are a number of annoying problems with the app, which are compelling people to abandon it.
In this post, we will discuss how to delete your Hive Social account. Let's get started!
How to delete a Hive Social account
In case you don't have access to your account, you can delete your Hive Social account by sending an email with your username and associated email address/phone number to support@hivesocial.app.
If you have access to your account, you can delete your Hive Social account by following the steps below:
- Go to your profile and tap on the settings (cog) icon in the top right corner.
- Select Security > Deactivate.
- Type "Yes, deactivate my account" (case sensitive) and then tap Deactivate Account.
- Tap Delete to confirm.
Immediately, you'll be automatically logged out and your account will be permanently deleted in 14 days. If you log in during those 14 days, the scheduled deletion of your account will be cancelled.
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How to create a new Hive Social account
If you just deleted your account to start over from scratch, here are the steps to follow to make a new Hive Social account.
- Open the Hive Social app and tap Create an Account.
- You can either sign up with Email or using your Google/Apple ID. We recommend you use Google/Apple ID as the Hive Social email verification system is currently having some issues.
- Next, enter your date of birth.
- Finally, pick your interests and you are onboard!
Now you are all set. Add a profile picture and a header to make your profile look appealing. You can even change the colour theme of your profile to your liking. And do not forget to follow your friends or people you are interested in.