Deciding whether to delete your Bluesky account or keep it is a very hard decision to make.
Maybe you’ve found another platform you enjoy more or you just want a break from social media.
Whatever the reason, if you’ve finally made up your mind to delete Bluesky, this blog will guide you the process step by step;
How to Delete Your Bluesky Account
Here is a step-by-step guide to delete your Bluesky account;Step 1: Back Up Your Data
1. Open Bluesky on your phone or web.
2. Go to Settings, then Account.
3. Select Export My Data.
4. Download the file so you’ll have a copy of everything before deleting.
Step 2: Start the Delete Process
1. Sign in to Bluesky.
2. Open the side menu and go to Settings, then Account.
3. Tap “Delete Account”.
4. The app will ask to send you a confirmation email. Click “Send Email”.
Step 3: Confirm the Deletion
1. Open the email you received from Bluesky (check your spam folder if you don’t see the email).
2. Copy the code provided and go back to Bluesky and paste it into the code input.
3. Enter your account password to finalize the process.
4. Once confirmed, your account begins the permanent deletion process.
How to Deactivate Your Bluesky Account
Here is how you can disable your Bluesky account:
1. Open Bluesky
2. On the right sidebar, click on Settings, then Account
3. Click on Deactivate Account
A pop-up will open asking you to confirm to deactivate your account.
What is The Difference Between Deleting and Deactivating a Bluesky Account?
When you deactivate your Bluesky account, you can reactivate it at any time in the future.
However, when you delete your account, it’s a permanent action, and you cannot recover it. You can recreate another account with the same email, but it will be a completely different account with different data.
Regardless of whether you deactivate or delete your account, your account will not be visible to other Bluesky users.
Your profile will not be displayed in the search results, and your posts, feeds, and lists will also be removed.
Things to Know Before You Delete
Here are a few things you should know before deleting:
Deactivation vs Deletion
Deactivating hides your account but lets you come back later, while deletion is permanent.
Download Your Data
If you want a copy of your posts and images, you should export them first.
Saved Logins
Once deleted, clear your saved password or remove the app to avoid confusion.
Final Thoughts
Deciding to delete your Bluesky account isn’t easy but once you’ve made the choice, the process itself is easy.
Just follow the steps mentioned above carefully.
Remember, you can always deactivate if you’re unsure, but if you’re ready to move on, this guide gives you everything you need to completely delete your account.
