You can delete your Indeed account through your account settings, but the process is permanent and will remove your resume and job applications
To delete your Indeed account, sign in, go to your account settings, find the "Close account" or "Delete account" option, and confirm the deletion. The entire process takes about two minutes. Once you confirm, Indeed removes your profile, resume, and all saved job searches — you cannot undo this action.
Before you delete, download any documents you want to keep. Indeed does not send you a copy of your information after deletion, so save your resume and any notes about jobs you applied to if you think you might need them later.
Key Takeaways
- Deleting your Indeed account is permanent and cannot be reversed, so download your resume and any important information first.
- The deletion process happens in your account settings under privacy or account management options.
- Your profile, resume, and all job applications disappear immediately after you confirm deletion.
- If you only want to hide your profile from employers without deleting it, you can deactivate it instead of deleting it.
- After deletion, you can create a new Indeed account with the same email address, but it will be a completely separate account with no history.
How to delete your account on desktop
Sign in to your Indeed account on a web browser. Click your profile icon or name in the top right corner and select "Account settings" or "Settings." Look for a section labeled "Privacy," "Account," or "Close account" — the exact wording varies depending on when your account was created.
Find the option that says "Close account," "Delete account," or "Deactivate account." Click it. Indeed will ask you to confirm that you want to delete your account and warn you that the action is permanent. Read the confirmation message carefully, then click the button to confirm deletion. Your account is now gone.
How to delete your account on the Indeed mobile app
Open the Indeed app and sign in if you are not already logged in. Tap the profile icon at the bottom of the screen (usually labeled "Profile" or showing your name). Scroll down to find "Account settings" or "Settings."
Look for "Close account" or "Delete account" in the settings menu. Tap it and confirm when Indeed asks you to verify the deletion. The app will log you out immediately. If you see only a "Deactivate" option on mobile, use the desktop version instead — some accounts can only be fully deleted through a web browser.
What happens to your information after deletion
Your profile becomes invisible to employers immediately. Your resume, saved jobs, job applications, and all messages disappear from Indeed's system. Employers who previously viewed your profile cannot access it anymore.
Indeed may keep some information for legal or tax reasons if you were paid through their services, but your profile and personal data are removed from their public systems. If you applied for jobs through Indeed and an employer saved your resume before deletion, they still have a copy on their end — deleting your Indeed account does not remove you from an employer's files.
Deactivating instead of deleting
If you are not sure you want to delete permanently, you can deactivate your account instead. Deactivation hides your profile from employers and pauses your account, but you can reactivate it later by signing back in. Your resume, applications, and messages stay in the system.
To deactivate, go to account settings and look for "Deactivate account" or "Hide profile." This option is useful if you are taking a break from job searching but might return to Indeed later. Reactivating is as simple as logging in again.
Before you delete: what to save
Download your resume from Indeed before deletion. Go to your resume section, find the resume you want to keep, and look for a download or export button. Save it to your computer as a PDF or Word document.
Take screenshots or notes of any important job listings you applied to, including the job title, company name, and application date. If you used Indeed's messaging feature to communicate with recruiters, copy any contact information or important details from those conversations. Once your account is deleted, you cannot retrieve these messages.
Creating a new Indeed account after deletion
You can create a new Indeed account using the same email address you used before, even immediately after deletion. The new account will be completely separate with no connection to your old account — Indeed will not restore your previous resume, applications, or messages.
If you want to use Indeed again, you will need to upload your resume and start fresh. This is useful if you want to update your profile or start over with a different approach to your job search.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I undo a deleted Indeed account?
No. Deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed. If you deleted your account by mistake, you will need to create a new one. You can use the same email address, but it will be a brand new account with no history from your previous profile.
What is the difference between deactivating and deleting?
Deactivating hides your profile from employers but keeps your account and information in Indeed's system. You can reactivate by logging in. Deleting removes everything permanently and you cannot get it back. Deactivate if you might return; delete if you are done with Indeed.
Will employers still have my resume after I delete my account?
If an employer downloaded or saved your resume before you deleted your account, they still have a copy. Deleting your Indeed account only removes your profile from Indeed's system, not from employers' computers or email inboxes. Contact employers directly if you want them to remove your information.
Can I delete my Indeed account if I have a pending job application?
Yes, you can delete at any time. Your pending applications will disappear from Indeed's system, but the employer may still have received your application. If you want to withdraw a specific application before deleting, do that first through your applications page.
How long does it take for my Indeed account to be fully deleted?
Your profile disappears immediately after you confirm deletion. It may take a few days for Indeed's servers to fully remove all associated data, but employers cannot see your profile right away.