You can delete your Badoo account in the app or on the website, and it takes about two minutes
To delete your Badoo account, open the app or go to badoo.com, sign in, go to your settings, and select the option to delete your account. Badoo will ask you to confirm your choice and may ask why you're leaving. After you confirm, your profile disappears from the app within a few minutes, though Badoo keeps some data for legal reasons for a limited time.
The process is straightforward, but there are a few things to know before you start — like what happens to your messages and photos, and whether you can reactivate your account later if you change your mind.
Key Takeaways
- Deleting your account removes your profile immediately, but Badoo retains some information for a period of time for legal and safety reasons.
- You can delete your account through the mobile app or the website using the same steps, and you do not need to contact customer support.
- Your messages and matches disappear from your account, but other users who saved your photos or messages may still have copies.
- If you delete your account and later change your mind, you can create a new account with the same email address, but your old profile and matches are gone permanently.
Delete your account through the Badoo app
Open the Badoo app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings. Look for the option labeled Delete Account — it is usually near the bottom of the settings menu. Tap it.
Badoo will show you a confirmation screen explaining that your account will be deleted permanently. Read through this, then tap Delete Account again to confirm. You may be asked to enter your password or verify your identity through email or phone. Complete whatever verification Badoo requests. Once you confirm, your profile is removed from the app within minutes.
Delete your account on the Badoo website
Go to badoo.com and sign in with your email and password. Click your profile picture or avatar in the top right corner and select Settings from the dropdown menu. On the settings page, scroll down until you find Delete Account and click it.
A confirmation page will appear. Badoo may ask you to select a reason for leaving — this is optional, but the company uses this feedback to improve the app. Click Delete Account to confirm. You may need to verify your identity by entering your password or confirming through email. Once you complete verification, your account is deleted.
What happens to your messages and photos after deletion
When you delete your account, your profile and all your messages disappear from your own view immediately. However, other users who matched with you or received messages from you may still see those conversations in their own inboxes — Badoo does not delete messages from the other person's account. If you sent photos to someone, they keep copies of those photos even after your account is gone.
If you are concerned about photos or messages you sent, there is no way to remove them from other users' accounts after deletion. The only way to prevent this is to delete sensitive photos from your profile before you delete your account, though this does not remove copies others may have already saved.
Reactivating your account after deletion
Once you delete your account, your profile is gone permanently — you cannot reactivate it or recover your old matches and messages. However, you can create a brand new Badoo account using the same email address or phone number you used before. Your new account will be completely separate from your old one, with no connection to your previous profile, matches, or message history.
If you are thinking about deleting your account but are not sure, you have another option: you can deactivate your account instead, which hides your profile temporarily without deleting anything. To deactivate, go to Settings and look for Deactivate Account instead of Delete Account. A deactivated account can be reactivated later by signing back in, and all your matches and messages remain intact.
Why you might want to deactivate instead of delete
Deactivation is useful if you want to take a break from dating apps but might return later. Your profile stays hidden from other users, so no one can message you or see your photos. You can reactivate whenever you want by simply logging back in, and everything — your matches, messages, and photos — will be exactly as you left it.
Deletion is the right choice if you are certain you do not want to use Badoo again and want your profile completely removed. Keep in mind that even after deletion, Badoo stores some account information like your email address and phone number for a limited time for security and legal reasons, though this data is not visible to other users.
Troubleshooting if the delete option does not appear
If you cannot find the Delete Account option in your settings, make sure you are signed into the correct account. Some accounts created through third-party sign-in methods like Facebook or Google may have slightly different settings layouts. Try signing out completely and signing back in, then check settings again.
If the option still does not appear, try deleting your account through the website instead of the app, or vice versa. Sometimes one platform loads the settings menu more reliably than the other. If you have tried both and still cannot find the delete option, you can contact Badoo support through the app or website and explain that you want to delete your account — they can process the deletion for you, though this takes longer than doing it yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete my Badoo account without verifying my identity?
Badoo usually requires you to verify your identity by entering your password or confirming through email or phone before deleting your account. This is a security measure to prevent someone else from deleting your account without permission. If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" option to reset it before attempting deletion.
Will deleting my account remove my photos from the internet?
Deleting your Badoo account removes your profile and photos from Badoo's servers, but it does not remove copies that other users may have saved or shared elsewhere. If you are concerned about specific photos, delete them from your profile before you delete your account. This does not may provide removal from other users' devices, but it stops new people from seeing them on Badoo.
How long does it take for my profile to disappear after I delete my account?
Your profile typically disappears from the Badoo app and website within a few minutes of deletion. Other users will no longer be able to find or message you. However, Badoo retains some account data like your email address for a limited period for legal and safety reasons, though this information is not visible to other users.
Can I use the same email address to create a new Badoo account after deletion?
Yes, you can create a new Badoo account with the same email address after your old account is deleted. Your new account will be completely separate with no connection to your previous profile, matches, or messages. You will start fresh as a new user.
What is the difference between deactivating and deleting my account?
Deactivation hides your profile temporarily but keeps all your data intact — you can reactivate by signing back in and everything returns. Deletion removes your profile permanently and you cannot recover your old matches or messages. You can create a new account later, but it will be a completely separate profile.