Delete your Badoo account in three steps
To permanently delete your Badoo profile, log into your account on the Badoo website or app, go to Settings, select "Delete account," and confirm your choice. Badoo will ask why you're leaving and whether you want to delete your data when ready or after 30 days. Choose when ready deletion if you want the profile gone right away. The process takes a few minutes, and your profile will no longer appear to other users.
If you cannot remember your password, use the "Forgot password" link on the login page to reset it before attempting deletion. You must be logged in to delete the account yourself — Badoo will not delete an account based on an email request alone.
Key Takeaways
- Badoo deletion is permanent and cannot be undone, so make sure you want to leave before confirming.
- Your profile disappears when ready from search and messaging, but Badoo may keep some data for legal reasons even after deletion.
- If you only want to hide your profile temporarily without losing your account, use the "Pause my account" option in Settings instead.
- Deleting your account does not refund any unused credits or premium subscription time you have paid for.
The difference between pausing and deleting your account
Badoo offers two separate options: pausing your account and deleting it. Pausing hides your profile from other users for as long as you want, but keeps your account, messages, and matches intact. You can reactivate a paused account at any time by logging back in. Deletion is permanent — once you confirm, your profile, messages, and matches are gone for good.
Choose pause if you want to step away temporarily or take a break from dating. Choose deletion if you are certain you will not return to Badoo and want no trace of your account remaining. If you are unsure, pause first and delete later if you decide you do not want to come back.
What happens to your data after deletion
When you delete your Badoo account, your profile picture, bio, and messages disappear from the platform when ready. Other users will no longer see your profile in search results or be able to message you. However, Badoo may retain some information — such as your email address, phone number, or payment history — for legal, tax, or fraud-prevention reasons. This retained data is not visible to other users and is separate from your public profile.
If you want to know exactly what data Badoo keeps after deletion, you can request a copy of your personal data through Badoo's privacy settings. This request may take several days to process. Badoo's privacy policy explains what information they store and for how long, though the specific retention periods vary by country.
Deleting your account on mobile versus desktop
The deletion process is nearly identical on the Badoo app and the Badoo website, but the menu locations differ slightly. On the app, tap your profile icon at the bottom, then tap Settings, then scroll down and select "Delete account." On the website, click your profile picture in the top right, select Settings, and look for the delete option near the bottom of the page.
If you are using the app and cannot find the delete option, try accessing your account through the mobile website instead — sometimes the app menu is simplified and hides less common options. Log in at badoo.com on your phone's browser and follow the website steps above.
What to do if you cannot access your account
If you have forgotten your password or no longer have access to the email address you used to sign up, you can still delete your account, but the process takes longer. Go to the Badoo login page and select "Forgot password." Enter the email address associated with your account, and Badoo will send a reset link. If you no longer have access to that email, contact Badoo support through the app or website and explain the situation. Support can verify your identity and delete the account for you, though this may take one to two weeks.
If you signed up using Facebook or Google login, use the same method to log back in — you do not need to remember a separate Badoo password. Once logged in, follow the standard deletion steps above.
Refunds and unused credits after deletion
Badoo does not refund unused credits, premium subscription time, or any money you have spent on the platform after you delete your account. If you have an active premium subscription, canceling it before deletion will prevent future charges, but it will not return the money you have already paid. Check your subscription status in Settings before you delete, and cancel any recurring payments through your payment method (Apple, Google Play, or your credit card company) if you want to stop charges when ready.
If you believe you were charged unfairly or have a refund dispute, contact Badoo support before deleting your account — deletion may make it harder to resolve payment issues later.
Removing your information from other places
Deleting your Badoo account removes your profile from Badoo itself, but your information may exist elsewhere. If you used the same photo on other dating apps or social media, those copies will not be deleted automatically. If someone took a screenshot of your profile, that image remains on their device. If you are concerned about your photo being used without permission, you can report it to those platforms directly.
Before you delete, consider removing or changing your profile photo and bio to something generic — this way, if the profile lingers in search results or cached pages for a few days, it will not display your real information. After deletion, Badoo's search index will update within a few days, and your profile will no longer appear in results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reactivate my account after I delete it?
No. Badoo deletion is permanent. Once you confirm deletion, your account, messages, and matches cannot be recovered. If you think you might return to Badoo later, pause your account instead of deleting it.
Will Badoo delete my account if I just stop using it?
No. Inactive accounts remain on Badoo indefinitely unless you delete them yourself. Your profile will stay visible to other users and may appear in search results even if you have not logged in for months or years.
Does deleting my Badoo account delete it from other dating apps?
No. Badoo is a separate platform from other dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, or Hinge. You must delete each account separately. Deleting your Badoo account has no effect on your profiles elsewhere.
What if my account was hacked or suspended?
If your account was suspended by Badoo for violating their terms, you can still request deletion through support. If your account was hacked, change your password when ready, find your email address, and then proceed with deletion. Contact Badoo support if you need help recovering a hacked account before deletion.
How long does it take for my profile to disappear after deletion?
Your profile disappears from Badoo's active search results within minutes. However, search engines like Google may still show a cached version of your profile for a few days or weeks. You can request removal from Google's cache through Google Search Console if you want to speed this up.