Netflix lets you delete your account through your account settings, and the process takes about five minutes
To delete your Netflix account, sign in on a web browser, go to your account settings, find the "Cancel membership" or "Delete account" option, and follow the prompts to confirm. Netflix will stop charging you immediately, though you may retain access to the service until your current billing cycle ends. The company does not restore deleted accounts, so you cannot recover your watch history, saved titles, or profile settings after deletion.
The steps differ slightly depending on whether you manage your account directly with Netflix or through a third-party service like Apple, Google Play, or Amazon Prime Video. If you subscribed through one of those platforms, you must cancel through that platform instead — Netflix's website will not let you delete an account tied to an external subscription.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete your Netflix account by signing in on a web browser, navigating to account settings, and selecting the option to cancel membership or delete your account.
- If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, Amazon Prime Video, or another third-party service, you must cancel through that platform, not through Netflix's website.
- Netflix stops charging you immediately upon deletion, though you may keep watching until your current billing period ends.
- Deleted accounts cannot be recovered, so your watch history, saved titles, and profiles are permanently removed.
- You can pause your membership for up to three months instead of deleting it if you want to preserve your account information.
How to delete your account directly through Netflix
If you signed up for Netflix directly on the Netflix website or app, follow these steps to delete your account. First, go to netflix.com on a web browser and sign in with your email and password. Do not use the Netflix app — account deletion is only available through the website.
Once signed in, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. On the account page, scroll down until you see a section labeled "Membership & Billing" or "Plan Details." Below that section, look for a link that says "Cancel membership" or "Delete account" — the exact wording varies by region. Click that link and Netflix will ask you to confirm your decision. Select the option to proceed with cancellation, and your account will be deleted.
Netflix will send you a confirmation email to the address associated with your account. Keep this email for your records. Your access to Netflix will end at the close of your current billing cycle, meaning if you paid for the month on the 15th, you can watch until the 15th of the next month even though you have deleted your account.
Deleting an account linked to Apple, Google Play, or Amazon
If you subscribed to Netflix through Apple (on iPhone or iPad), Google Play, Amazon Prime Video, or another third-party platform, you cannot delete your Netflix account through Netflix's website. Instead, you must cancel your subscription through the platform where you signed up.
For Apple subscriptions, open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, tap your name at the top, select "Subscriptions," find Netflix in the list, and tap "Cancel Subscription." For Google Play, open the Google Play app on an Android device, tap your profile icon, go to "Payments and subscriptions," select "Subscriptions," find Netflix, and tap "Cancel subscription." For Amazon Prime Video, sign in to your Amazon account on a web browser, go to "Your Account," select "Memberships and Subscriptions," find Netflix, and click "Cancel subscription."
When you cancel through a third-party platform, that platform stops charging you, but your Netflix account itself remains active. If you want to fully delete your Netflix account after canceling the subscription, you will need to contact Netflix customer service, as the website will not let you delete an account tied to an external subscription.
What happens to your account after deletion
Once you delete your Netflix account, Netflix permanently removes your watch history, saved titles, user profiles, and any other data associated with that account. You cannot recover this information, and Netflix does not restore deleted accounts under any circumstances. If you change your mind later, you would need to create a brand new account from scratch.
Your access to Netflix ends at the end of your current billing cycle. If you delete your account on the 10th but your billing date is the 20th, you can still watch Netflix until the 20th. After that date, you will no longer be able to sign in or stream content.
Pausing your membership instead of deleting it
If you are not sure whether you want to delete your account permanently, Netflix offers the option to pause your membership for up to three months. When you pause, Netflix stops charging you, but your account, profiles, watch history, and saved titles remain intact. After three months, your membership automatically resumes and Netflix begins charging you again unless you cancel before the pause ends.
To pause your membership, sign in on a web browser, go to your account settings, and look for an option labeled "Pause membership" or "Pause your subscription" in the Membership & Billing section. Select this option instead of canceling, and Netflix will ask you to choose how long you want to pause — one, two, or three months. This approach gives you time to decide whether you want to return without losing your account data.
Canceling before your next billing date
Netflix charges you on the same day each month that you signed up. If you delete your account before that date arrives, you will not be charged again. For example, if you signed up on the 15th and delete your account on the 20th of the same month, you will not be charged on the 15th of the next month.
You can check your billing date by signing in on a web browser, going to your account settings, and looking at the "Membership & Billing" section. The date listed there is when Netflix will charge you next. If you want to avoid being charged again, delete your account before that date. If you delete after the charge has already gone through, Netflix does not issue refunds for the remainder of your billing cycle.
Troubleshooting if you cannot find the delete option
If you cannot find the "Cancel membership" or "Delete account" option in your account settings, you may be looking in the wrong place or using the Netflix app instead of a web browser. Account deletion is only available through netflix.com on a computer or mobile web browser — the Netflix app does not have this feature.
If you are signed in on the website and still cannot find the option, try clearing your browser's cache and cookies, then sign in again. If the option remains missing, your account may be linked to a third-party subscription service like Apple or Google Play. In that case, you must cancel through that platform instead. If you are still stuck, you can contact Netflix customer service through the "Help" section of your account page, and a representative can walk you through the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a refund if I delete my account mid-month?
No, Netflix does not issue refunds for unused portions of your billing cycle. If you delete your account on the 10th but your billing date is the 20th, you will not be charged again, but you will not receive money back for the days you do not use. You can watch Netflix until the end of your current billing period even after deletion.
What if I delete my account by mistake?
Netflix does not restore deleted accounts. If you delete your account by mistake, you will need to create a new account from scratch. Your old watch history, saved titles, and profiles cannot be recovered. If you are unsure about deleting, use the pause membership option instead to give yourself time to decide.
Do I need to delete my account if I just want to stop watching?
No, you can simply cancel your membership without deleting your account. Cancellation stops Netflix from charging you while keeping your account, profiles, and watch history intact. If you want to return later, you can reactivate your account. Deletion is only necessary if you want to permanently remove all your account data.
Will Netflix charge me after I delete my account?
No, Netflix stops charging you immediately when you delete your account. You will not receive any additional charges after deletion, even if you can still watch until the end of your current billing cycle. Check your billing date in account settings to confirm when your last charge occurred.