How to Delete Your OfferUp Account Permanently

OfferUp is one of the most widely used peer-to-peer marketplace apps in the United States, making it easy to buy and sell locally. But whether you've moved on to a different platform, cleared out your clutter, or simply want to reduce your digital footprint, there comes a point where you may want to close your account entirely.

Deleting an OfferUp account isn't complicated, but the process has a few nuances worth understanding before you start — especially depending on how your account was created and what platform you're using.

What Happens When You Delete an OfferUp Account

Before walking through the steps, it's worth understanding what account deletion actually does. When you permanently delete your OfferUp account:

• Your profile is removed from the platform, along with your ratings and reviews
• Your active listings are taken down and can no longer be found by buyers
• Your message history is deleted
• Your transaction history may be retained by OfferUp for legal and financial compliance purposes, even after the account is gone
• The deletion is irreversible — you cannot recover the account or its data afterward

If you think you might return to OfferUp later, consider whether temporarily deactivating listings (by marking items as sold or pausing them) might serve your needs better than full deletion.

Before You Delete: Things to Handle First 🗂️

A few housekeeping steps before you pull the trigger:

• Complete or cancel any open transactions. Leaving buyers or sellers mid-deal can affect your reputation and may cause disputes.
• Withdraw any funds if you've used OfferUp's in-app payment or shipping features. Check your balance in the Payments section of the app.
• Screenshot your ratings or reviews if you want a record of your seller history.
• Notify active contacts if you have ongoing conversations about items.

Once those are handled, you're ready to proceed.

How to Delete an OfferUp Account on Mobile (iOS and Android)

OfferUp's account deletion is handled through the mobile app or website. The steps are largely the same regardless of whether you're on an iPhone or Android device.

Steps via the OfferUp app:

1. Open the OfferUp app and make sure you're logged in
2. Tap your profile icon in the bottom navigation bar
3. Tap the settings gear icon (usually in the top right corner)
4. Scroll down and select Account
5. Look for Close Account or Delete Account
6. Follow the on-screen prompts — OfferUp will typically ask you to confirm your decision and may ask for a reason
7. Confirm the deletion

The app will usually send a confirmation email to the address linked to your account.

⚠️ If you don't see a "Delete Account" or "Close Account" option directly in the app, OfferUp may route you to their support page or require you to submit a request through their Help Center.

How to Delete an OfferUp Account on Desktop

If you prefer to handle this from a browser:

1. Go to offerup.com and log in
2. Click your profile picture or icon in the top right
3. Navigate to Account Settings
4. Look for the option to Close or Delete Account
5. Complete the confirmation steps

Some users find that the desktop version routes them through a help or support flow rather than offering a direct one-click deletion. In those cases, OfferUp's support team can process the request manually.

If Your Account Was Created Through a Third Party

This is where things can vary. OfferUp allows sign-up through Facebook, Google, or a direct email address. The method you used to create your account matters for a couple of reasons:

• If you signed up via Facebook or Google, deleting your OfferUp account does not disconnect or delete those linked accounts — it only removes your OfferUp profile
• Revoking OfferUp's access from Facebook or Google (through those platforms' app permission settings) is a separate step, and won't delete your OfferUp account on its own

If you want a clean break, you'll need to handle both: delete the OfferUp account through the app or website, and then revoke OfferUp's permissions from whatever third-party login you used.

When You Can't Find the Delete Option 🔍

OfferUp has updated its app interface multiple times over the years. If the navigation described above doesn't match what you're seeing, a few possibilities:

• Your app may be outdated. Update to the latest version of the OfferUp app and try again.
• The UI may differ by region or account type. Some accounts linked to business or dealer profiles have different settings paths.
• You may need to contact support. OfferUp's Help Center allows you to submit a deletion request directly. This route typically takes longer but is a reliable fallback.

Variables That Affect the Process

The deletion experience isn't identical for every user. A few factors that can shape your specific situation:

What Stays on OfferUp's Servers After Deletion

Permanently deleting your account removes your visible presence on the platform, but OfferUp — like most marketplaces — retains certain data for legal, tax, and fraud prevention purposes. This typically includes transaction records, payment information, and communications that may be relevant to disputes or compliance requirements.

If data privacy is a primary concern, reviewing OfferUp's Privacy Policy directly will give you the most current and accurate picture of what's retained, for how long, and under what circumstances. Policies in this area can and do change, particularly as state-level privacy laws (like California's CCPA) continue to evolve.

What the deletion process looks like for you will depend on how your account was set up, what's currently active on it, and which platform you're using to initiate the request — factors only you can assess from your own dashboard.