The fastest way to remove your account
Adult Friend Finder lets you delete your account through your account settings, and the deletion is permanent — you cannot undo it. The process takes about five minutes and removes your profile, messages, and photos from their site. However, deletion does not remove information Adult Friend Finder may have already shared with third parties, and it does not delete backups they keep for legal reasons.
Before you delete, read any photos or messages you want to keep. Adult Friend Finder does not send you a copy of your data automatically, so if you have content on the site you care about, save it first. Once you delete, that content is gone from your account.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete your Adult Friend Finder account by logging in, going to Account Settings, and selecting the delete option — the site will ask you to confirm your password.
- Deletion is permanent and removes your profile from the site within a few hours, but Adult Friend Finder keeps legal backups and may have already shared your data with partners.
- read any photos, messages, or other content you want to keep before you delete, because the site does not give you a copy of your data.
- If you cannot log in, use the "Forgot Password" link to reset your password, or contact Adult Friend Finder support if your account has been locked or compromised.
Step-by-step deletion from your computer
Log into your Adult Friend Finder account on a web browser. Go to the top right corner where your username appears and click it to open the dropdown menu. Select "Account Settings" from the list.
Scroll down to find the "Delete Account" or "Close Account" button — it is usually near the bottom of the settings page. Click it. Adult Friend Finder will ask you to confirm your password and may ask why you are leaving. You do not have to answer the survey questions; you can skip them and proceed to the final confirmation.
Click the final "Delete" or "Confirm Deletion" button. The site will send you a confirmation email. Your profile will disappear from the site within a few hours, though search engines may still show a cached version for a few days.
Deletion from the mobile app
Open the Adult Friend Finder app and log in if you are not already signed in. Tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) in the bottom right or top left corner, depending on whether you are on iOS or Android.
Tap "Settings" or "Account Settings." Scroll to the bottom and look for "Delete Account," "Close Account," or "Deactivate." Tap it and confirm your password when prompted. The app will ask for confirmation; tap "Delete" or "Confirm" to complete the process.
After deletion, the app will log you out. You can uninstall it from your phone, though uninstalling does not delete your account — you must use the in-app deletion process.
What happens to your data after deletion
Adult Friend Finder removes your profile, username, and visible content from their public site within hours. However, the company keeps encrypted backups of account data for legal compliance and fraud prevention. These backups may exist for months or longer, depending on their retention policy.
Adult Friend Finder has shared user data with advertising partners and analytics companies in the past. Deletion of your account does not remove information they have already sent to those third parties. If you are concerned about data that was already shared, you may want to contact those companies separately — though this is difficult because you often do not know which companies received your information.
Your email address may remain in Adult Friend Finder's system as a deleted account marker, which prevents someone else from signing up with that same email. This is normal and does not mean your data is still active.
If you cannot log in to delete
If you forgot your password, use the "Forgot Password" or "Login Help" link on the Adult Friend Finder login page. Enter your email address, and the site will send you a password reset link. Check your spam folder if you do not see it in your inbox within a few minutes.
If your account has been locked or you suspect it has been compromised, go to the Adult Friend Finder support page and submit a help request. Explain that you cannot log in and want to delete your account. Support staff can verify your identity and delete the account for you, though this may take a few days.
If you no longer have access to the email address associated with your account, contact Adult Friend Finder support with as much information as you can provide — your username, the email you used to sign up, and any payment information if you paid for a subscription. They may ask you to verify your identity before proceeding.
Deactivation versus deletion
Adult Friend Finder does not offer a "deactivation" option that hides your profile while keeping your account active. You can only delete permanently or stay active. If you want to take a break without losing your account, you can hide your profile by changing your privacy settings, but this is not the same as deactivation — other users may still see your profile depending on your settings.
If you are unsure whether you want to delete permanently, consider hiding your profile first. Log into Account Settings, find "Privacy" or "Profile Visibility," and set your profile to private or hidden. You can reactivate it later by logging back in and changing the setting again. This gives you time to decide without losing your account.
Canceling a paid subscription before deletion
If you have a paid subscription to Adult Friend Finder, canceling your membership and deleting your account are separate steps. Deleting your account does not automatically cancel a subscription, and you may continue to be charged.
Before you delete, go to Account Settings and look for "Billing," "Subscription," or "Payment Methods." Cancel your subscription there. Wait for a cancellation confirmation email. Then proceed with account deletion as described above.
If you are still being charged after deletion, contact Adult Friend Finder support with your cancellation confirmation and ask them to issue a refund. Keep records of all confirmation emails and payment statements in case you need to dispute the charge with your credit card company or bank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reactivate my account after I delete it?
No. Deletion is permanent. If you sign up again with the same email address, you will create a new account, not restore the old one. Your old profile, messages, and photos will not come back.
Will Adult Friend Finder stop sending me emails after I delete?
Yes, once your account is deleted, you should stop receiving marketing emails from Adult Friend Finder. If you continue to receive emails, mark them as spam or unsubscribe using the link at the bottom of the email. If the emails persist, contact support to confirm your deletion went through.
Does deleting my account remove me from Google search results?
Deletion removes your profile from Adult Friend Finder's site, but Google's cached version of your profile may appear in search results for a few days or weeks. You can request removal through Google Search Console, or wait for Google to update its cache automatically. This is not something Adult Friend Finder controls.
What if I paid for a subscription and want a refund?
Adult Friend Finder's refund policy depends on how long ago you paid and whether you used the service. Most subscriptions are non-refundable after a short trial period. Check your confirmation email or contact support to ask about your specific purchase. If the company refuses and you believe the charge was unauthorized, you can dispute it with your credit card company or bank.
Can I delete my account if I am locked out for suspicious activity?
Yes. Contact Adult Friend Finder support and explain that your account is locked and you want to delete it. Provide your username and the email address on file. Support can verify your identity and delete the account even if you cannot log in yourself. This usually takes a few business days.