How to Close and Delete Your Venmo Account

Last reviewed: October 2026 · Independent guide, not affiliated with Venmo

Venmo lets you close your account from the app or website once your balance is zero and there are no pending payments. Your transaction history is no longer accessible to you after closing, so download statements first.

Venmo cards, crypto holdings and Venmo business profiles need to be handled before you close.

At a glance

Time required: About 3 minutes
Balance: Transfer to your bank first
History: Download statements before closing
Reversible?: No — you would need a new account

Venmo Help Center (official site) ↗

Before you delete

Transfer your balance to your bank.
Sell or transfer crypto held in Venmo.
Download statements at venmo.com (Statements) for tax records.
Cancel Venmo card payments and update merchants that charge it.

How to close your Venmo account

Open Venmo and tap the Me tab (your profile).
Tap Settings (gear), then Account.
Scroll down and tap Close Venmo account.
Follow the prompts to transfer any remaining balance and confirm closing the account.

Menus change often. If a button has moved, use the search box in the app's settings or the official help link above.

After closing

Your profile disappears and people can’t pay you. Venmo keeps transaction records as required by financial regulations, but you can’t see them in the app anymore.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to my Venmo balance?

You need to transfer it before closing. Contact Venmo support if money remains after closing.