How to delete a Tynker teacher account
To delete a Tynker teacher account, log in to your account, go to Account Settings, select the Delete Account option, and confirm the deletion. Tynker will ask you to enter your password again before the account is permanently removed. The process takes a few minutes and cannot be undone once confirmed.
Before you delete, read or save any lesson plans, student rosters, or class materials you want to keep. Tynker does not provide these after deletion, and there is no recovery period — the account and all associated data are removed when ready.
Key Takeaways
- Log into your Tynker account, navigate to Account Settings, and select Delete Account to start the removal process.
- Tynker requires you to re-enter your password to confirm deletion, which prevents accidental removal.
- All student data, lesson plans, and class records are permanently deleted and cannot be recovered after you confirm.
- read or export any materials you need before deleting, since Tynker does not save or send them afterward.
- If you only want to remove students or classes, you can do that separately without deleting your entire teacher account.
Step-by-step deletion process
Start by opening Tynker in your web browser and signing in with your teacher email and password. Once you are logged in, look for your profile icon or name in the top right corner of the page and click it to open the menu.
From the dropdown menu, select Account Settings or Settings (the exact wording depends on your Tynker version). Scroll down until you find the Delete Account option — it is usually near the bottom of the page under a section labeled Account or Danger Zone.
Click Delete Account. Tynker will show a warning that explains what will be removed: your account, all classes, all student records, and all lesson data. Read this carefully to confirm you understand what is being deleted. Then enter your password again when prompted and click the final confirmation button.
What gets deleted with your account
When you delete your Tynker teacher account, the following are permanently removed: your login credentials, all classes you created, all student accounts linked to your classes, all student progress and grades, any lesson plans or projects you uploaded, and any certificates or badges students earned in your classes.
Student accounts that were created through your teacher account will also be deleted. If students have their own separate Tynker accounts (not created through your class), those accounts remain active, but they will no longer be connected to your classes or see your assignments.
Tynker does not send you a copy of this data before deletion, and there is no way to recover it after you confirm. If you need attendance records, grade reports, or student work samples, export or screenshot them before you delete.
How to save your data before deleting
Before you delete your account, log in and visit each class you teach. Take screenshots or use your browser's print function to save student rosters, progress reports, and grades. Most browsers allow you to print to PDF, which creates a file you can store on your computer.
For lesson plans or projects you created, read them if Tynker offers a read option in the class settings. If not, take detailed notes or screenshots of the lessons so you have a record of what you taught and how you structured the class.
If you have student work you want to keep, ask students to read or export their own projects before you delete the account. Once your account is gone, students will lose access to those projects through your class, though they may be able to access them through their own accounts if they saved copies.
Alternatives to full account deletion
If you are deleting your account because you no longer teach a specific class, you do not have to delete your entire teacher account. Instead, you can remove individual classes by going to Class Settings and selecting Delete Class. This removes the class and its students but keeps your teacher account active.
If you want to stop using Tynker but might return later, you can straightforward stop logging in and let your account sit inactive. Tynker does not automatically delete inactive accounts, so your data will remain if you decide to come back.
If you are concerned about student privacy or data security, you can remove all students from your classes without deleting the account itself. Go to each class, select the students you want to remove, and choose the Remove option. This keeps your account and lesson plans but disconnects the students.
What happens to your students after deletion
Students who were added to your classes through your teacher account will have those class connections removed. If their accounts were created only through your class (meaning they do not have independent Tynker accounts), their accounts will be deleted along with yours.
If your students have their own separate Tynker accounts that were not created through your class, those accounts stay active. However, they will no longer see your classes, assignments, or any grades or feedback you left for them.
Parents or guardians who were monitoring student progress through your class will lose access to that information. If you want to notify families before you delete, send them a message with any final grades or progress reports they may need.
If you cannot find the delete option
The location of the Delete Account button varies slightly depending on whether you are using Tynker on a computer or mobile device, and it may differ between versions of the platform. If you cannot find it in Account Settings, try searching the settings page for the word "delete" using your browser's find function (Ctrl+F on Windows, Command+F on Mac).
If the delete option is not visible, your account type may not allow self-service deletion. Some school or district accounts have restrictions that require an administrator to delete the account instead. Contact Tynker's support team through their website and explain that you want to delete your teacher account — they can confirm whether you can delete it yourself or whether your school administrator needs to do it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I undo a Tynker account deletion?
No. Once you confirm the deletion, your account and all data are permanently removed. Tynker does not have a recovery or undo option. If you deleted your account by mistake, you will need to create a new account and rebuild your classes and student roster from scratch.
Will my students be notified when I delete my account?
Tynker does not automatically send notifications to students when a teacher account is deleted. Students will notice when they try to access your class and find it is no longer there. If you want to inform them, send a message before you delete your account.
What if I share my Tynker account with another teacher?
If another teacher has the login credentials to your account, deleting it will lock them out as well. Coordinate with them before you delete. If you both need to keep teaching on Tynker, create separate accounts instead of sharing one.
Do I need to delete my account if I am just taking a break from teaching?
No. You can leave your account inactive without deleting it. Your classes and student data will remain in place if you return later. Deletion is permanent, so only delete if you are certain you will not use Tynker again.
Can I delete just one class instead of my whole account?
Yes. Go to the class you want to remove, open Class Settings, and select Delete Class. This removes only that class and its students while keeping your teacher account and other classes active.