You can delete your MyFitnessPal account through the app or website, but the process is not obvious and deletion is permanent
MyFitnessPal stores your food logs, weight history, exercise records, and personal health data. When you delete your account, all of that information is removed from MyFitnessPal's servers and cannot be recovered. The company does not offer a way to read your data before deletion, so if you want to keep any of your logs or history, you need to save them yourself first.
Deletion takes effect when ready, though it can take up to 30 days for MyFitnessPal to fully remove your data from their backup systems. During that 30-day window, you cannot reactivate the account — it is gone. If you think you might want to use MyFitnessPal again in the future, deactivation (which temporarily hides your account) is a safer choice than deletion.
Key Takeaways
- MyFitnessPal deletion is permanent and cannot be undone, so save any data you want to keep before you proceed.
- You delete your account through Settings on the mobile app or through your Account Settings on the website — not through a support form.
- If you only want to stop using the app temporarily, deactivation hides your account without erasing your data.
- Deleting your MyFitnessPal account does not cancel a paid subscription; you must cancel your subscription separately to stop being charged.
How to delete your account on the MyFitnessPal app
Open the MyFitnessPal app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Tap Settings (the gear icon). Scroll down and look for Account or Account Settings — the exact label varies by phone type and app version.
Tap Delete Account. The app will ask you to confirm your password. Enter it and tap Delete or Confirm. MyFitnessPal will show a final warning that deletion is permanent. Tap to confirm again. Your account is now deleted.
If you cannot find the delete option in Settings, your app may be outdated. Update MyFitnessPal from your phone's app store and try again. If the option still does not appear, use the website method instead.
How to delete your account on the MyFitnessPal website
Go to www.myfitnesspal.com and log in. Click your profile icon or username in the top right corner and select Settings. Look for Account Settings or Privacy in the left menu.
Scroll to the bottom of the page. You should see a Delete Account button or link, sometimes labeled Close Account or Deactivate Account. Click it. MyFitnessPal will ask you to enter your password and may ask why you are leaving. Answer the question or skip it, then click Delete or Confirm.
A final confirmation screen will appear warning you that deletion is permanent and all your data will be erased. Click to confirm. Your account is now deleted and you will be logged out.
What to do before you delete
MyFitnessPal does not offer a built-in export tool, so you cannot read your food logs or exercise history directly from the app. If you want to keep records of your data, take screenshots of your most important entries or copy them into a document or spreadsheet by hand. Focus on dates, foods, portions, and weight milestones that matter to you.
Check whether you have a paid MyFitnessPal subscription. Deleting your account does not automatically cancel a subscription — you will continue to be charged. Log into your payment method (Apple App Store, Google Play, or your credit card company) and cancel the subscription before you delete the account. If you delete first and then realize you are still being charged, contact your payment provider to request a refund.
If you linked MyFitnessPal to other apps or devices (like Apple Health, Fitbit, or Garmin), those connections will break when you delete your account. If you want to keep using those apps, note which ones were connected so you can set them up again separately if needed.
Deactivation as an alternative to deletion
MyFitnessPal offers account deactivation, which temporarily hides your account without erasing your data. Your profile, logs, and history remain on MyFitnessPal's servers. You can reactivate your account at any time by logging back in with your email and password.
Deactivation is useful if you want to take a break from tracking but might return later. To deactivate instead of delete, look for a Deactivate Account or Pause Account option in your Account Settings. The exact wording depends on your app version. If you only see a delete option, contact MyFitnessPal support through the app to ask about deactivation.
If you are locked out of your account
If you cannot log into MyFitnessPal, you cannot delete it yourself through the app or website. Go to the MyFitnessPal login page and click Forgot Password. Enter your email address. MyFitnessPal will send you a password reset link. Check your email (including spam folders) and click the link to create a new password.
Once you can log in again, follow the deletion steps above. If you do not receive a password reset email within a few minutes, try again or use a different email address if you have one linked to the account. If you still cannot access your account, contact MyFitnessPal support through the app or website and explain that you want to delete your account but cannot log in. They can delete it for you, though the process may take a few days.
What happens after deletion
Once your account is deleted, you cannot log in with that email address and password. If you try to create a new MyFitnessPal account with the same email, you may see a message saying the email is already in use. Wait 30 days for the deletion to fully process, then try again.
If you had a paid subscription, check your payment method to confirm the charges have stopped. If you are still being charged after 30 days, contact your payment provider (Apple, Google, or your credit card company) and ask them to cancel the subscription and refund any charges after your deletion date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get my data back after I delete my MyFitnessPal account?
No. Deletion is permanent and MyFitnessPal does not restore deleted accounts. If you deleted your account by mistake, contact MyFitnessPal support when ready — they may be able to recover your data within a short window, but there is no may provide. This is why saving important information before you delete is critical.
Will deleting my MyFitnessPal account stop my subscription charges?
No. You must cancel your subscription separately through your payment method. Check your Apple App Store, Google Play account, or credit card statement and cancel the MyFitnessPal subscription directly. If you delete your account first and then realize you are still being charged, contact your payment provider to request a refund.
Can I delete my account if I have a free MyFitnessPal account?
Yes. The deletion process is the same whether you pay for MyFitnessPal Premium or use the free version. You do not need to cancel anything before deleting a free account — just follow the steps in Settings and confirm deletion.
What is the difference between deactivating and deleting my MyFitnessPal account?
Deactivation hides your account temporarily but keeps your data on MyFitnessPal's servers. You can log back in anytime and your logs and history will be there. Deletion removes your account and all your data permanently and cannot be undone. Choose deactivation if you might return; choose deletion if you are certain you will not use MyFitnessPal again.
How long does it take for MyFitnessPal to fully delete my account?
Your account is deleted when ready and you cannot log in right away. However, MyFitnessPal takes up to 30 days to remove your data from their backup systems. During this time, you cannot reactivate the account. After 30 days, the deletion is complete.