How to cancel your Badoo account
You can delete your Badoo account through the app or website in about two minutes. The process removes your profile from public view when ready, though Badoo keeps some data for a period afterward for legal and safety reasons. If you want to stop using Badoo without deleting everything, you can also deactivate your account temporarily instead.
The steps differ slightly depending on whether you use the mobile app or a web browser, but both routes lead to the same result. Once you confirm deletion, your profile picture, messages, and matches disappear from other users' screens right away.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete your account from either the Badoo app or website by going to Settings, then Account, then Delete Account, and confirming your choice.
- Deletion is permanent and when ready on the app side — your profile vanishes from search results and other users cannot message you — but Badoo retains some backend data for legal compliance.
- Deactivating your account temporarily hides your profile without deleting it, and you can reactivate it later by logging back in.
- If you forget your password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the login screen before attempting deletion, since you need to log in to access account settings.
Delete your account from the Badoo app
Open the Badoo app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Scroll down and tap Settings, which appears near the bottom of the menu.
In Settings, look for Account and tap it. Scroll down until you see Delete Account. Tap that option. Badoo will ask you to confirm — it will show a message saying your account and all associated data will be permanently deleted. Tap Delete or Confirm to finish. Your account is now gone.
Delete your account from the Badoo website
Go to badoo.com and log in with your email and password. Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then click Settings from the dropdown menu.
On the Settings page, click Account on the left side. Scroll down to find Delete Account and click it. Badoo will ask you to confirm the deletion. Click Delete to proceed. Your account is permanently removed.
What happens to your data after deletion
Your profile, photos, and messages disappear from Badoo's public platform when ready. Other users cannot find you, see your pictures, or send you messages. However, Badoo retains some information in its backend systems for a limited time — this includes deleted messages, account history, and payment records if you used paid features.
Badoo keeps this data to comply with laws around fraud prevention, payment disputes, and user safety. The company states it deletes most personal data within 90 days, though some information may be retained longer if required by law or to resolve an active dispute. You cannot retrieve your account or data once deletion is complete.
Deactivating instead of deleting
If you want to take a break from dating without losing your account, you can deactivate it instead. Deactivation hides your profile from other users but keeps your account intact. You can reactivate by straightforward logging back in.
To deactivate on the app, go to Settings, then Account, and look for Deactivate Account instead of Delete Account. On the website, the same path applies. Deactivation is useful if you think you might return to Badoo later, or if you want to pause without the permanence of deletion.
If you cannot access your account
If you forgot your password, you cannot delete your account until you regain access. Go to the Badoo login page and click Forgot Password. Enter the email address or phone number associated with your account. Badoo will send a password reset link to that email or a code to that phone number.
Follow the link or enter the code to create a new password. Once you can log in again, follow the deletion steps above. If you no longer have access to the email or phone number on file, contact Badoo support through the app or website — they can verify your identity and help you regain access or delete the account on your behalf.
Removing Badoo from your phone after deletion
Deleting your Badoo account does not automatically remove the app from your phone. After you delete your account, you can uninstall the app if you no longer want it. On iPhone, press and hold the Badoo app icon, then tap Remove App and confirm. On Android, press and hold the app icon, tap the info button, then tap Uninstall.
Uninstalling the app does not affect your account deletion — the account is already gone from Badoo's servers. Removing the app straightforward frees up space on your phone and prevents accidental login attempts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover my account after I delete it?
No. Deletion is permanent. Once you confirm, your account cannot be recovered. If you think you might return to Badoo later, deactivate instead of delete — deactivation lets you reactivate by logging back in.
Will deleting my account remove my messages from other people's inboxes?
No. Other users will still see your past messages in their conversation history, but they cannot reply to you or see your profile. The messages remain on their side even though your account is gone.
Do I need to cancel a paid subscription before deleting my account?
You do not have to, but it is a good idea. If you have an active paid subscription, cancel it first through your app store (Apple App Store or Google Play) or through Badoo's payment settings. Deleting your account does not automatically stop recurring charges.
How long does it take for my profile to disappear after I delete my account?
Your profile disappears from search results and other users' screens when ready. However, it may take a few hours for your profile to fully clear from Badoo's cached data and recommendations across all servers.
What if I see my profile still showing up after deletion?
Wait a few hours and refresh the app or browser. If your profile still appears after 24 hours, contact Badoo support with a screenshot. This is rare, but support can manually remove cached versions of your profile.