Welcome to our step-by-step guide on how to remove a Gmail account from phone permanently. Sometimes we accumulate multiple Google accounts on our devices, and later on, we may need to remove them permanently. In this article, we will provide you with three easy methods to accomplish this.
Remove a Gmail Account from Phone settings (Android)
- Go to the settings menu on your Android phone.
- Tap on the search settings option and enter “account” in the search bar.
- From the search results, select the option related to “Google account and sync”, “Accounts”, “Manage accounts” or similar phrasing.
- Within the account settings, you will find your Gmail addresses listed.
- Choose the account you want to remove (typically the first one displayed) and tap on it.
- Locate the “More” option on the screen and select it.
- From the available options, choose “Remove account.”
- Confirm your decision, and the selected Google account will be permanently removed from your Android phone.
Remove a Gmail Account from phone settings (iPhone)
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Open Settings: Start by opening the Settings app on your iPhone. Look for the gear icon on your home screen and tap on it to access the Settings menu.
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Find Mail or Calendar: Once you’re in the Settings menu, scroll down until you see the options for Mail or Calendar. You can choose either one of them, as they both lead to the account settings
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Access Account Settings: Tap on the Accounts section, which allows you to manage and view all the accounts associated with your iPhone. Here, you’ll find a list of accounts such as Hotmail, Yahoo, and Google.
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Select and Delete the Account: Locate your Google account or any other account that you wish to remove. Tap on it to access the account settings. Within the account settings, you’ll find an option to delete the account. Tap on the delete section, and a confirmation prompt will appear. Select “Delete from my iPhone” to permanently remove the account.
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Re-adding Accounts: If you change your mind later and want to add back your accounts, follow these steps. Return to the account settings section and choose “Add Account.” You’ll just have to create a new gmail account.
Remove a Gmail Account with Gmail application
- Open the Gmail App: To permanently delete a specific Google account, you will need to use the Gmail app on your phone. Locate and open the Gmail app.
- Log in and Access the Profile: Log in to your Gmail account using the Google credentials associated with the account you wish to delete. Once logged in, tap on the profile icon located in the top right corner of the screen.
- Manage Your Google Account: From the profile menu, select “Manage your Google Account.” This action will take you to the next screen with account management options.
- Access Data & Privacy: On the Google Account page, tap on “Data & Privacy” to access the relevant settings.
- Delete Your Google Account: Scroll down the page until you find the section labeled “Download, delete, or make a plan for your data.” Within this section, tap on “Delete a service or your account.” Look for the option “Delete your Google account” and select it. This will redirect you to the next screen.
- Confirm Account Deletion: Enter the password for your Google account when prompted. After entering the password, the final screen of your account will appear. Scroll down, acknowledge and accept the agreement, and tap on “Delete your account permanently.” Your Google account will be deleted permanently.
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to delete your Gmail account from your phone. Whether you chose to delete it from your phone only or permanently remove the Google account, these step-by-step instructions have guided you through the process. If you found this information useful, please consider liking, subscribing, and sharing. Thank you!
You can also see how to delete an email address from other providers on our blog!
