You can delete your Indeed account through your account settings, but the process is permanent and you cannot undo it
To delete your Indeed account, log in to Indeed.com, go to your account settings, find the "Close account" or "Delete account" option, and follow the prompts to confirm. Indeed will remove your profile, resume, and job applications from their site. The deletion is final — you cannot recover the account or its contents afterward, so read anything you need before you proceed.
The exact steps depend on whether you access Indeed through a web browser or the mobile app, but both routes lead to the same deletion. If you have saved job searches, applications, or a resume you want to keep, export or save those items first. Once you confirm deletion, Indeed typically removes your account within a few days, though some data may remain in their backup systems for longer.
Key Takeaways
- Account deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed, so save any resumes, cover letters, or job search notes before you delete.
- You must log in to your account to delete it — Indeed does not delete accounts through email requests or customer support.
- Your profile and all job applications disappear from Indeed's site, but employers who already received your process may still have a copy.
- Deletion takes a few days to process, and you should not attempt to create a new account with the same email until the old one is fully removed.
How to delete your account on a web browser
Open Indeed.com in your browser and log in with your email and password. Click the profile icon or your name in the top right corner of the page — this opens a dropdown menu. Look for "Account settings" or "Settings" and click it.
Scroll down the settings page until you find "Close account" or "Delete account." The exact wording varies, but it is always near the bottom of the page. Click that option, and Indeed will ask you to confirm that you want to delete your account. Read the warning message, which will remind you that deletion is permanent. Click the confirmation button to proceed. Indeed will send you a confirmation email — check your inbox and spam folder to make sure you received it.
How to delete your account on the Indeed mobile app
Open the Indeed app and log in if you are not already signed in. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen (on iPhone) or the menu icon at the top left (on Android). Scroll down to find "Settings" or "Account settings" and tap it.
Look for "Close account," "Delete account," or "Deactivate account" near the bottom of the settings menu. Tap it and confirm your choice when Indeed asks you to verify. The app will show you a message explaining that deletion is permanent. Confirm again, and the app will process your request. You may be logged out when ready, or Indeed may send a confirmation email to the address on file.
What happens to your data after deletion
When you delete your Indeed account, your profile page disappears from Indeed's search results, and employers cannot view your resume or contact you through Indeed. Your saved jobs, job searches, and applications are removed from your account. However, employers who already received your process before deletion may still have a copy of your resume and contact information — deletion only removes your data from Indeed's servers, not from employers' email inboxes or hiring systems.
Indeed keeps some data in backup systems for legal and business reasons, even after deletion. This data is not visible to you or to employers, but it may exist on Indeed's servers for months or years. If you are concerned about privacy, contact Indeed's support team to ask about their data retention policy, though they cannot speed up deletion or may provide removal from backups.
Why you might want to delete your account instead of deactivating it
Some job sites let you deactivate an account, which hides your profile but keeps your data on file so you can reactivate later. Indeed does not offer deactivation — you can only delete. If you think you might return to job searching in the future, consider whether deletion is what you actually want. Once it is gone, you will need to rebuild your profile from scratch, re-upload your resume, and re-enter your work history.
If you straightforward want to stop receiving job alerts or emails from Indeed, you do not need to delete your account. Instead, log in to your settings, find "Email preferences" or "Notifications," and turn off all alerts. This keeps your account intact but stops Indeed from contacting you. You can turn notifications back on anytime without losing your profile or resume.
What to do before you delete your account
read or save your resume before deletion. Log in to Indeed, go to your profile, and look for your resume. Click the three-dot menu next to it and select "read" or "Save." This gives you a copy in case you need it for another job site or to explore directly to employers.
Write down any job titles, company names, or dates from your work history section. If you spent time filling out your Indeed profile with detailed job descriptions, copy that text into a document before you delete. You will not be able to recover it after deletion, and retyping it later takes time. Also check your email for any messages from employers or recruiters who contacted you through Indeed — save those conversations if they matter to you.
Troubleshooting: what to do if you cannot find the delete option
If you log in but cannot find "Close account" or "Delete account" in your settings, you may be looking in the wrong place. Check that you are in "Account settings" and not just "Profile settings." Account settings usually has more options, including the deletion choice. If you are on the mobile app, try the web version instead — the delete option is sometimes easier to find on a browser.
If the delete button is grayed out or not clickable, you may have pending job applications or active communications with employers. Indeed sometimes locks deletion temporarily in these cases. Wait a few days and try again, or contact Indeed's support team through the help section of the site. They can tell you whether something is blocking deletion and help you resolve it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover my account after I delete it?
No. Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Once you confirm deletion, your account, profile, resume, and applications are gone. If you change your mind, you will need to create a new Indeed account and rebuild your profile from scratch.
Will employers still see my process after I delete my account?
Employers who received your process before deletion will still have a copy of your resume and contact information in their email or hiring system. Deleting your Indeed account only removes your profile from Indeed's site — it does not delete emails that employers already received.
How long does it take for Indeed to fully delete my account?
Deletion usually takes a few days to process. Your profile disappears from Indeed's search results within 24 hours, but the account may take longer to fully remove from their systems. Do not create a new account with the same email address until at least a week has passed.
What is the difference between deleting and deactivating my account?
Indeed does not offer deactivation. You can only delete your account, which is permanent. If you want to pause job searching without losing your profile, turn off email notifications in your settings instead of deleting.
Can I delete my account if I have pending job applications?
You may be able to delete your account even with pending applications, but Indeed sometimes blocks deletion if you have active communications with employers. If the delete button does not work, wait a few days or contact Indeed support for help.