Deleting your Indeed account removes your profile, resume, and all saved job searches from their servers
When you delete an account on Indeed, the company removes your profile page, any resume you uploaded, your job search history, and your saved jobs. This is permanent — you cannot recover a deleted account or the information in it. If you want to stop using Indeed but might return later, you can deactivate your account instead, which hides your profile without erasing your data.
The deletion process takes about five minutes and requires you to log in from a web browser (the mobile app does not have a delete option). Indeed will ask you to confirm your choice before the deletion is final.
Key Takeaways
- Account deletion is permanent and removes your profile, resume, and job search history from Indeed's servers.
- You must use a web browser to delete your account — the Indeed app does not have this option.
- Deactivation is a reversible alternative that hides your profile without erasing your data.
- After deletion, you can create a new Indeed account with the same email address whenever you want.
Steps to delete your Indeed account from a computer
Log into your Indeed account on a web browser. Click the profile icon in the top right corner of the page (it looks like a small circle with your initial or photo inside). A dropdown menu will appear.
Select Settings from the dropdown. On the Settings page, scroll down until you see a section labeled Close Account or Delete Account (the exact wording varies slightly by region). Click the button that says Close Account or Delete Account.
Indeed will show you a confirmation page explaining what will be deleted. Read through this to make sure you understand what you are about to lose. Click the button to confirm deletion. You may be asked to enter your password again as a final safety step. After you confirm, your account is deleted and cannot be recovered.
What happens to your information after deletion
Your profile page disappears when ready and will no longer appear in Indeed's search results. Any resume you uploaded is removed from Indeed's servers. Employers who saved your profile or resume before deletion may still have copies in their own files, but Indeed no longer stores or displays your information.
Your email address becomes available to use again. You can create a new Indeed account with the same email address right away if you change your mind later. However, you will start fresh — your old resume, saved jobs, and search history will not be there.
Deactivation as an alternative to deletion
If you are not sure whether you want to return to Indeed later, deactivation is a safer choice. When you deactivate your account, your profile becomes hidden from employers and search results, but Indeed keeps all your data on file. You can reactivate your account at any time by logging back in.
To deactivate instead of delete, go to Settings and look for an option that says Deactivate Account or Hide Profile. This option is usually near the delete option. Deactivation takes effect when ready, and employers cannot see your profile while it is deactivated.
Why you might want to delete instead of deactivate
Delete your account if you want a complete break from Indeed and do not plan to use the platform again. Deletion also removes your data from Indeed's systems, which some people prefer for privacy reasons. If you have received unwanted contact from recruiters or have concerns about your information being stored, deletion is the more thorough option.
Deactivation is better if you are taking a temporary break from job searching or want to pause your profile while you are employed but might search again in the future. It requires no action to reactivate — just log in and your profile comes back online.
If you cannot find the delete option
The Settings page layout varies slightly depending on your region and whether you signed up through Indeed directly or through a third-party service like Google or LinkedIn. If you do not see a delete or close account option in Settings, scroll to the very bottom of the Settings page — it is often placed there.
If the option still does not appear, you may have signed up through a third-party login. In that case, you may need to delete the account through that service instead (for example, through your Google account settings). You can also contact Indeed's support team through the Help Center on their website and ask them to delete your account manually, though this takes longer than self-service deletion.
What to do before you delete
read or save a copy of your resume before you delete your account. Once your account is gone, you cannot retrieve the resume you uploaded to Indeed. If you have a copy saved on your computer, you will have it for other job boards or applications.
Make a note of any job listings you were interested in. Your saved jobs list will disappear after deletion, so if there are specific companies or positions you want to remember, write them down or take screenshots first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete my Indeed account from the mobile app?
No. The Indeed app does not have an account deletion option. You must use a web browser on a computer or mobile device to delete your account. Log into Indeed.com through your phone's web browser if you do not have access to a computer.
What if I delete my account and then change my mind?
You can create a new Indeed account with the same email address when ready after deletion. However, your old resume, saved jobs, and search history will not return — you will be starting with a blank account. If you think you might return, deactivation is the safer choice.
Will employers still see my profile after I delete my account?
No. Your profile disappears from Indeed's search results when ready. Employers who saved your profile before deletion may have their own copy, but they cannot access it through Indeed anymore, and you will not receive messages through Indeed's system.
Does deleting my Indeed account remove me from job alerts?
Yes. All job alerts, saved searches, and notifications stop when ready when you delete your account. If you want to keep receiving job alerts but hide your profile, deactivate your account instead of deleting it.
Can Indeed delete my account for me if I ask them to?
Yes. If you cannot find the delete option or have trouble with the self-service process, contact Indeed's Help Center through their website and request manual account deletion. This takes longer than deleting it yourself, but Indeed will complete the deletion.