Deleting your Funimation account removes all your watchlist data, saved preferences, and payment information from their servers
Funimation does not offer a self-service delete button in your account settings. Instead, you must contact their support team directly and request account deletion. The process takes a few days to complete, and once it is done, you cannot recover your account or any associated data.
Before you delete, download any content you purchased or saved offline — Funimation will not provide this after deletion. If you have an active subscription, cancelling it first is optional but recommended, since deletion does not automatically stop billing.
Key Takeaways
- Funimation requires you to contact support by email or through their help form to delete your account; there is no delete button in settings.
- Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone, so save any offline content or notes before you request it.
- Cancelling your subscription before deletion is not required but prevents accidental charges after your account is gone.
- The deletion process typically takes three to five business days after support confirms your request.
How to request account deletion through Funimation support
Go to the Funimation help center at support.funimation.com. Click the "Contact Us" button, usually located at the bottom of the page or in the help menu. Select the category that matches your issue — "Account & Billing" is the right choice for deletion requests.
Fill out the contact form with your email address, subject line, and message. In the message, clearly state that you want to delete your account permanently. Include the email address associated with your Funimation account so support can locate it. Submit the form and wait for a response, which typically arrives within one to two business days.
Support will send you a confirmation email asking you to verify the deletion request. This step prevents accidental deletions from unauthorized requests. Reply to that email to confirm, and support will process the deletion within two to three more business days.
Cancel your subscription before deletion (optional but recommended)
If you have an active Funimation subscription, cancelling it before requesting account deletion prevents any charges that might occur during the deletion window. Log into your Funimation account, go to your account settings, and select "Subscription" or "Billing."
Click "Cancel Subscription" and follow the prompts. Funimation will ask why you are cancelling — you can skip this or provide feedback. Your subscription will end on your next billing date, and you will retain access until then. Once your subscription is cancelled, proceed with the account deletion request.
What happens to your data after deletion
Funimation will remove your account from their active database, which means your watchlist, ratings, saved shows, and personal settings are deleted. Your payment information is also removed from their system. This process is permanent — Funimation cannot restore a deleted account.
If you had a free trial or promotional credits on your account, those are forfeited upon deletion. Any content you purchased through Funimation (rather than streamed) may no longer be accessible, depending on the licensing terms. Downloaded episodes will remain on your device if you saved them before deletion.
If you cannot reach support or need faster deletion
If you do not receive a response within three business days, try contacting Funimation through their social media accounts on Twitter or Facebook. Tag their official support account and describe your deletion request. Social media support teams often respond faster than email.
You can also check your email spam folder — support responses sometimes land there. If you still cannot connect with support after a week, try submitting a second contact form request with a slightly different subject line, such as "Account Deletion Request — Urgent."
Deactivating instead of deleting (if you want to keep the option to return)
Funimation does not offer an official account deactivation or pause feature. However, if you want to stop using the service without permanently losing your account, you can simply cancel your subscription and not log in. Your account will remain in the system, and you can reactivate it by logging back in and resubscribing at any time.
This approach preserves your watchlist and account history. If you later decide you want to use Funimation again, your data will still be there. Only request deletion if you are certain you will not return.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete my Funimation account on mobile?
You cannot delete through the Funimation app or mobile website — you must use the support form at support.funimation.com. Open it in a web browser on your phone or computer and follow the contact form process described above.
What if I have a shared family account?
Deleting the primary account will remove the entire family plan and all profiles associated with it. If only one person wants to leave, that person should create their own separate account instead, and the primary account holder can remove them from the family plan in the account settings.
Will deleting my account refund my subscription?
No. Funimation does not refund subscription fees when you delete your account. If you are within your billing cycle, you will lose access to any remaining time on your current plan. Cancel your subscription first if you want to avoid charges on your next billing date.
How long does deletion actually take?
The entire process usually takes three to five business days from the moment you submit your deletion request. This includes the time for support to respond, you to confirm, and their system to process the removal. Weekends and holidays may extend this timeline.
Can I delete my account if I have an unpaid balance?
Yes, you can request deletion even with an outstanding balance. However, Funimation may attempt to collect the debt before processing the deletion. Contact support about your balance before submitting a deletion request if you want to address it first.