How to Permanently Delete Your YouTube Account in 2025
Step-by-step instructions to permanently delete your YouTube account. Learn how to remove your channel, videos, comments and data for good.
Before you begin
- Time required: ~3 minutes
- Data loss: All videos, playlists, comments, subscribers and channel data will be permanently removed
- Google account: Your Google account stays active - only YouTube is deleted
🔗 Go directly to YouTube channel deletion help
Steps
- Sign in to YouTube and click your profile picture, then select Settings.
- From the left sidebar, click Privacy then select Advanced settings.
- Click Delete channel and choose I want to permanently delete my content.
- Enter your password, check the confirmation boxes, and click Delete my channel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will deleting my YouTube channel delete my Google account?
No, deleting your YouTube channel only removes your YouTube presence. Your Google account and other Google services remain unaffected.
Can I download my YouTube videos before deleting?
Yes. Use Google Takeout at takeout.google.com to download all your YouTube videos, comments, and channel data before deletion.
How long does it take for YouTube to fully delete my channel?
Your channel becomes inaccessible immediately, but it may take several weeks for all content to be permanently removed from YouTube's servers.