For several reasons, you may want to delete your current Depop account. The most common is when users want to start from scratch and create a new account. The process can be complex and involves several steps. However, there’s no need to worry. Just follow along with this article to see how you can make this happen.
Method 1: Deleting Through The App
One way to delete your account is to request through the app itself. There are only a few steps involved in this process. To delete your Depop account via the app:
- Launch the Depop app.
- Log in to your account.
- On the lower right corner, tap the profile icon.
- In your profile screen, find and tap the Settings icon.
- Scroll up and select Support.
- Among the two options given, select Need help?
- A search bar will now appear on the screen. Type in “delete account” and select the related result.
- The result will show you your options in deleting your account. Select the “Send us a request” link.
- A form will appear on the screen. Fill in the necessary details and click Submit.
A confirmation message will then appear, informing you that your account has been deleted. You may also check your email for a verification message of your account deletion.
Method 2: Deletion via Email
An alternative to a manual request from the app is to delete your Depop account via email. This method is simple and straightforward:
- Open any email application.
- Log in to your email account.
- Compose a message.
- Assign [email protected] as the recipient.
- Write down your request. Ensure you include important details like your username and why you want to close the account.
- Send the email.
It will take about 7 days before your request is processed. Depop will send you an email confirming the deletion once this has been accomplished.
FAQs On Depop Account
You can only have one Depop account at a time. You need to delete your existing account to create a new one.
There are ways to deactivate Depop temporarily. You can set it on vacation mode, delete your app while signed in, or email a request to Depop.
Depop is open to users aged 13 years and above, but you must be 18 and above to freely access Depop payments.
Depop is a platform that functions as an online fashion marketplace. Users can sell both brand new and preloved fashion items through Depop.
Anyone above 13 worldwide can use Depop.
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