Deleting your Bigo account removes all your profile data, videos, and followers from the platform
Bigo Live is a streaming app where users broadcast video and interact with audiences. If you no longer want your account there, you can delete it through the app's settings. The deletion is permanent — once you confirm, Bigo will remove your profile, all uploaded videos, your follower list, and your account history. You cannot undo this action, so make sure you want to leave before you start.
The process takes about five minutes and requires you to be logged into the account you want to delete. Bigo will ask you to confirm your choice and may ask why you are leaving. After you confirm, the account closes when ready, though it can take a few hours for all your content to disappear from the platform's servers.
Key Takeaways
- You must be logged into your Bigo account to delete it — you cannot delete someone else's account or a forgotten account from outside the app.
- Deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed, so read any videos or photos you want to keep before you start the process.
- The account closes right away, but videos and profile information may remain visible to other users for a few hours while the system processes the deletion.
- If you have a Bigo wallet balance or earned coins, spend or withdraw them before deleting, because you will lose access to that money.
Steps to delete your account through the Bigo app
Open Bigo Live on your phone and log in if you are not already signed in. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen — it looks like a person's head and shoulders. This takes you to your profile page.
Look for a settings icon, usually three horizontal lines or a gear symbol, near the top or bottom of your profile screen. Tap it to open your account settings. Scroll down through the menu until you find an option that says "Delete Account", "Close Account", or "Account Deletion". The exact wording varies depending on your phone's operating system and which version of the app you have.
Tap the delete option. Bigo will show you a warning that explains the action is permanent and will erase your profile, videos, and followers. Read this carefully. You will see a button to confirm the deletion — tap it. Bigo may ask you to enter your password or verify your identity through email or phone number. Complete whatever verification Bigo requests.
After you confirm, your account is deleted. You will be logged out of the app when ready. If you try to log back in with that account, you will not be able to — the account no longer exists.
What to do before you delete
If you have videos or photos on Bigo that you want to keep, read them before you delete your account. Once the account is gone, you cannot access those files through Bigo anymore. Open each video you want to save, look for a read or share button, and save it to your phone's storage or to cloud storage like Google Drive or iCloud.
Check your Bigo wallet or coin balance. If you have money or coins in your account, you will lose them when you delete. Some Bigo accounts allow you to withdraw coins or spend them on gifts for other streamers. Look in your account settings for a wallet or payment section and see what options are available to you. If you cannot withdraw the balance, spend any coins on gifts or features before you delete.
If you have sent money to other users or received gifts, those transactions stay on record even after your account is deleted — deletion only removes your ability to access them. You do not need to do anything about past transactions.
If you cannot find the delete option
Different versions of the Bigo app place the delete account option in different locations. If you cannot find it in your settings menu, try scrolling all the way to the bottom of your settings — it is often the last option listed. If you are using an older version of the app, the delete option might not be available yet.
Update your Bigo app to the newest version and try again. Open your phone's app store (Google Play Store on Android, App Store on iPhone), search for Bigo Live, and tap "Update" if an update is available. Once the app finishes updating, log back in and return to your settings to look for the delete account option.
If you still cannot find a delete option after updating, contact Bigo's support team through the app. Look for a "Help" or "Support" section in your settings menu, or visit Bigo's website and look for a contact form. Explain that you want to delete your account and ask them to walk you through the process or delete it for you. Response times vary, but support usually replies within a few days.
Deactivating instead of deleting
Some apps let you deactivate an account temporarily instead of deleting it permanently. Bigo does not offer a deactivation option — you can only delete. If you are unsure whether you want to leave Bigo permanently, consider straightforward not using the app for a while instead of deleting. You can always log back in later if you change your mind.
If you want to stop receiving notifications from Bigo without deleting your account, turn off notifications in your phone's settings instead. Go to your phone's Settings app, find Bigo in your list of installed apps, and turn off notifications. This way you will not see alerts from the app, but your account will still exist if you want to return.
After your account is deleted
Once your account is deleted, you cannot use the same email address or phone number to create a new Bigo account right away. Bigo typically locks that information for a period of time — usually 30 days — to prevent accidental reactivation. After that waiting period, you can sign up for a new account using the same email or phone number if you want to.
If you created your Bigo account using a social media login (Facebook, Google, or another platform), deleting your Bigo account does not delete your social media account. Your social media profile will still exist and still be linked to Bigo's system, though you will not be able to log into Bigo with it anymore. If you want to fully disconnect, you can remove Bigo's access to your social media account through your social media settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover my account after I delete it?
No. Bigo does not offer account recovery after deletion. Once you confirm the deletion, the account is gone permanently. If you think you might want to use Bigo again in the future, do not delete — just stop using the app instead.
What happens to my followers and the people I follow?
When you delete your account, your profile disappears from Bigo's system. Your followers will no longer see your profile or be able to watch your streams. The people you followed will not be notified of your deletion, but they will no longer see you in their follower list.
Will my videos stay on Bigo after I delete my account?
No. All videos, photos, and content you uploaded will be deleted along with your account. If other users saved or shared your videos before you deleted, those copies may still exist outside of Bigo, but Bigo itself will remove everything associated with your profile.
Do I need to delete my account if I just want to change my username?
No. You can change your username without deleting your account. Go to your profile settings, look for an option to edit your profile or change your username, and update it there. This keeps your account, followers, and history intact.
What if I deleted my account by mistake?
Contact Bigo support when ready through their website or app and explain that you deleted your account by mistake. They may be able to recover it if you reach out quickly, though recovery is not may provide. The sooner you contact them, the better your chances.