How to delete your account from OneDrive

General Prerequisites

• Ensure you are logged into your Microsoft account associated with OneDrive.
• Backup any important files or data you may need in the future, as deleting your account will result in the loss of all stored data.

Helpful or Basic Information to Conduct the Steps Required

• Deleting your OneDrive account involves closing your entire Microsoft account. This action will affect other Microsoft services linked to the same account, such as Outlook, Xbox Live, and Skype.
• Make sure to cancel any subscriptions or services linked to your Microsoft account before proceeding.

Steps to delete your account

1. Login to your Microsoft account:

   • Go to Microsoft Account and sign in with your credentials.

2. Navigate to the account closure page:

   • Go to Close your account.

3. Verify your identity:

   • Follow the prompts to verify your identity. This may include entering a security code sent to your email or phone.

4. Review the account closure information:

   • Read the information provided about closing your account. This includes understanding the consequences and ensuring you have canceled any subscriptions.

5. Acknowledge the terms:

   • Check all the boxes to acknowledge that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of closing your account.

6. Select a reason for closing the account:

   • Choose a reason from the dropdown menu for why you are closing your account.

7. Confirm the closure:

   • Click on the "Mark account for closure" button.

8. Wait for the grace period:

   • Microsoft provides a 60-day grace period during which you can reactivate your account if you change your mind. After this period, your account and all associated data will be permanently deleted.

Notes

• If you only want to stop using OneDrive but continue using other Microsoft services, consider simply uninstalling the OneDrive application from your devices.
• During the 60-day grace period, you can reactivate your account by signing in again and following the prompts to cancel the closure.
• For further assistance, you can contact Microsoft Support through their support page.

If you encounter any issues or need additional help, please refer to the official Microsoft support documentation or contact their customer support.