How to Permanently Delete Your TikTok Account
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Independent guide, not affiliated with TikTok
TikTok deactivates your account for 30 days when you request deletion. During that time your profile is hidden and you can reactivate by logging in. After 30 days the account and its videos are permanently deleted.
If you only want a break, TikTok also lets you deactivate without scheduling deletion.
At a glance
- Time required: About 3 minutes
- Grace period: 30 days to reactivate
- What is lost: Videos, followers, likes, messages, purchased coins
- Verification: Code by phone/email or password
TikTok Support: deleting an account (official site) ↗
Before you delete
- Download your data: Settings and privacy > Account > Download your data.
- Save your videos (watermark-free copies only from your own drafts or originals).
- Use or lose coins — unused coins aren’t refunded.
- Withdraw creator earnings if you have any.
How to delete your TikTok account
- Open TikTok and tap Profile at the bottom.
- Tap the menu (☰) at the top, then Settings and privacy.
- Tap Account, then Deactivate or delete account.
- Choose Delete account permanently, pick a reason and tap Continue.
- Verify with the code or password and tap Delete account.
Menus change often. If a button has moved, use the search box in the app's settings or the official help link above.
Deactivate instead
On the same screen choose Deactivate account. Your profile is hidden until you log in again, and nothing is deleted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover my TikTok account after deletion?
Yes, within 30 days by logging in. After that it is permanently deleted.
How do I download my TikTok data?
Settings and privacy > Account > Download your data; request the file and download it when ready.
What happens to my videos?
They are hidden during deactivation and permanently deleted after 30 days.
Can I delete TikTok without a phone number?
Yes. You can verify with your email or password depending on how you signed up.