How to delete your MyFitnessPal account

To delete your MyFitnessPal account, log in to the website (not the app), go to Settings, select Account, and choose Delete Account. You will be asked to confirm your password and reason for leaving. MyFitnessPal will then permanently remove your account, food diary, workout logs, and personal data within a few days. The mobile app does not have a delete option — you must use a web browser.

Once deleted, your account cannot be recovered. If you think you might return later, consider deactivating instead, which hides your profile but keeps your data for 30 days. After 30 days of inactivity, deactivated accounts are automatically deleted.

Key Takeaways

  • Account deletion must be done through the MyFitnessPal website, not the mobile app.
  • Deletion is permanent and removes all your food logs, workouts, and personal information within a few days.
  • If you might return later, deactivation hides your account for 30 days before automatic deletion.
  • You will need your password to confirm deletion.

Step-by-step deletion on the website

Open a web browser and go to myfitnesspal.com. Log in with your email and password. Click your profile icon or name in the top right corner and select Settings from the dropdown menu.

In Settings, click Account on the left sidebar. Scroll down to the bottom of the page until you see the Delete Account button. Click it. MyFitnessPal will ask you to enter your password again to confirm your identity, then ask why you are leaving (this is optional). Click the final Delete Account button to complete the process.

You will see a confirmation message that your account has been scheduled for deletion. The actual removal of your data takes a few days. During this time, you cannot log back in, but your account still exists in MyFitnessPal's system.

What happens to your data after deletion

All your personal information, food diary entries, workout history, and saved recipes are permanently removed from MyFitnessPal's active servers. This includes any goals you set, weight tracking data, and custom meals you created. If you had connected MyFitnessPal to other apps like Apple Health, Fitbit, or Strava, those connections are also severed.

MyFitnessPal may retain some anonymized data for legal or business purposes, but it cannot be linked back to you. If you had a paid subscription (MyFitnessPal Premium), your billing will stop immediately, and you will not be charged again.

Deactivation as an alternative to deletion

If you are unsure about permanently deleting your account, deactivation is a middle ground. A deactivated account is hidden from other users and you cannot log in, but MyFitnessPal keeps your data for 30 days. If you change your mind and log back in within that window, your account reactivates and all your information returns.

To deactivate instead of delete, go to Settings > Account and look for a Deactivate Account option (this appears on some accounts but not all). If you do not see it, contact MyFitnessPal support through the Help section of the website. After 30 days of no login, a deactivated account is automatically deleted.

Removing the app from your phone

Deleting your account does not automatically remove the MyFitnessPal app from your phone. After your account is deleted, the app will no longer work — you will see a login screen and cannot proceed without an account. You can delete the app manually by pressing and holding its icon on your home screen and selecting Remove App (on iPhone) or holding the icon and tapping Uninstall (on Android).

If you want to keep the app but stop using it, you can simply leave it installed. It will not consume much storage space or send notifications after your account is gone.

If you forgot your password

You need your password to delete your account. If you have forgotten it, click Forgot Password on the MyFitnessPal login page. Enter your email address and MyFitnessPal will send a password reset link to your inbox. Click 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, contact MyFitnessPal support through the Help section of the website. Explain that you cannot access your email and want to delete your account. Support can verify your identity through other means and process the deletion for you, though this may take longer than self-service deletion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I download my data before deleting my account?

MyFitnessPal does not offer an official data download feature. Before you delete, you can take screenshots of your food diary, weight history, and workout logs if you want to keep a record. Some users copy their data into a spreadsheet or note-taking app manually.

Will deleting my account cancel my MyFitnessPal Premium subscription?

Yes. Deletion stops your subscription immediately, and you will not be charged again. If you were charged recently and want a refund, contact MyFitnessPal support with your receipt. Refund policies vary by how long ago the charge was made.

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

MyFitnessPal says deletion takes a few days. You cannot log in immediately after confirming deletion, but the complete removal of your data from their servers may take up to a week. If you see your account still exists after a week, contact support.

Can I use the same email to create a new MyFitnessPal account after deletion?

Yes, but you may need to wait a few days after deletion before the email is available for a new account. If you try to sign up right away and get an error, wait 24 to 48 hours and try again.

What if I only want to hide my profile from other users?

You do not need to delete your account for this. Go to Settings > Privacy and change your profile visibility to Private. This hides your food diary and workouts from other users while keeping your account active. You can change it back to Public anytime.