Deleting your Spotify account removes it completely — you cannot undo this

When you delete a Spotify account, the company removes your profile, listening history, playlists, and saved music permanently. You will lose access to any paid subscription immediately. Spotify does not offer a way to restore a deleted account, so if you change your mind later, you would need to create a new one from scratch.

The deletion process takes a few minutes to start, but Spotify keeps your data for up to 90 days before erasing it entirely. During that window, you cannot log back in or recover anything. After 90 days, the account and all associated information are gone.

Key Takeaways

  • You must delete your account through Spotify's account settings page — there is no phone number or email address to contact for deletion.
  • If you have a paid subscription, cancelling it first is optional but recommended to avoid being charged again.
  • Spotify will ask you to confirm your password and reason for leaving before the deletion begins.
  • Once deleted, your account cannot be restored, and you lose all playlists, saved songs, and listening history permanently.

Steps to delete your account on the Spotify website

Go to www.spotify.com and log in with your email and password. Once you are logged in, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Account from the dropdown menu.

Scroll down the Account page until you see a section labeled Danger Zone or Delete Account (the exact wording varies). Click the button that says Delete Account or Delete Your Account. Spotify will ask you to enter your password again to confirm your identity.

After you enter your password, Spotify will show you a form asking why you are leaving. You can select from options like "I have another account," "I do not use Spotify anymore," or "Other." This field is required, but your answer does not affect whether the deletion goes through. Click the checkbox confirming you understand the account cannot be recovered, then click Delete Account to finish.

What happens to your subscription if you delete your account

If you have an active paid subscription (Premium, Duo, Family, or Student), deleting your account will cancel it immediately. You will not be charged again after deletion. However, you will not receive a refund for any remaining time on your current billing cycle — Spotify does not prorate refunds for account deletions.

If you want to avoid losing money on unused subscription time, you can cancel your subscription before deleting your account. Go to Account, scroll to Subscription, and click Change Plan or Cancel Subscription. Wait until your current billing cycle ends, then delete your account. This way you use the full month you paid for.

Deleting a Spotify account created with Facebook or Apple ID

If you signed up for Spotify using your Facebook account or Apple ID instead of an email address, the deletion process is the same. Log in using whichever method you originally used, go to Account, find the Danger Zone section, and click Delete Account. Deleting your Spotify account does not delete your Facebook or Apple account — it only removes Spotify's access to them.

If you cannot remember which login method you used, try logging in with your email address. If that does not work, try Facebook or Apple ID. Spotify's login page will tell you if the account does not exist under that method.

What to do if you cannot access your account

If you forgot your password, click Forgot your password? on the Spotify login page. Spotify will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account. Follow the link, create a new password, and log in. Then follow the deletion steps above.

If you no longer have access to the email address linked to your account, you will need to contact Spotify Support. Go to support.spotify.com, click Contact Us, and describe your situation. Spotify Support can verify your identity through other means (like the payment method on file) and help you regain access or delete the account. Response times vary, but Spotify typically replies within a few business days.

Deactivating instead of deleting — what the difference is

Spotify does not offer a deactivation option. You can only delete an account or keep it active. If you want to stop using Spotify without losing your data, you can cancel your subscription and simply not log in — your account will remain dormant indefinitely. Your playlists and listening history will stay saved if you ever want to return.

If you think you might come back to Spotify in the future, cancelling your subscription without deleting your account is the safer choice. You can reactivate a dormant account by logging back in anytime. Once you delete, there is no way to recover what you had.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I download my playlists before deleting my account?

Spotify does not have a built-in feature to download your playlists as a file. However, third-party tools like Exportify or Chosic allow you to export your playlists to a spreadsheet or text file before deletion. Search for "Spotify playlist exporter" to find these tools. Do this before you delete your account, because once it is gone, the data is inaccessible.

Will deleting my Spotify account affect my Hulu or other bundled services?

If you have a Spotify Premium bundle that includes Hulu or Disney+, deleting your Spotify account will not automatically cancel those services. However, you will lose the bundled discount. Contact Hulu or Disney+ support to manage those accounts separately, or your billing may continue at the full individual price.

How long does it take for my account to be completely deleted?

The deletion process begins immediately after you confirm it, but Spotify retains your data for up to 90 days before permanently erasing it. You cannot log back in after deletion, but the company keeps records during this window for legal and billing purposes. After 90 days, the account and all information are permanently removed from Spotify's systems.

What if I change my mind after deleting my account?

If you delete your account and then change your mind within the 90-day window, you cannot restore it. You would need to create a brand new account with a different email address. Your old playlists, saved songs, and listening history cannot be recovered. This is why it is important to be certain before confirming deletion.