How to delete your Webtoon account
To delete your Webtoon account, you log into your account on the Webtoon website or app, go to Settings, find the Account or Profile section, and look for a Delete Account or Close Account option. The exact steps differ slightly between the website and the mobile app, but both routes lead to the same result: Webtoon will ask you to confirm the deletion, warn you that the action is permanent, and then remove your account within a few days.
Before you delete, understand what happens: your reading history disappears, any coins or credits you bought are lost, and you cannot recover your account afterward. If you have a library card that gave you free Webtoon access through your library system, deleting your Webtoon account does not affect your library card — you can create a new Webtoon account and link it to the same library card later.
Key Takeaways
- Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone, so read or screenshot anything you want to keep before you start.
- Any coins or credits you purchased will be lost when your account is deleted.
- Your library card access to Webtoon remains separate from your Webtoon account, so deleting one does not affect the other.
- The deletion process takes a few days to complete after you confirm, so your account will not vanish when ready.
- If you only want to pause your account temporarily, Webtoon does not offer a deactivation option — you must either keep the account active or delete it.
Delete your account on the Webtoon website
Open a web browser and go to webtoon.com. Log in with your email address and password. Once you are logged in, look for your profile icon or avatar in the top right corner of the page and click it to open a dropdown menu.
From the dropdown, select Settings. On the Settings page, scroll down until you see Account or Profile information. Look for a link or button labeled Delete Account, Close Account, or Deactivate Account — the exact wording varies. Click that option.
Webtoon will show you a warning that explains the deletion is permanent and lists what you will lose: your reading history, bookmarks, coins, and any purchased content. Read this carefully. If you still want to proceed, click the confirmation button. Webtoon may ask you to enter your password again to confirm your identity. After you confirm, your account will be scheduled for deletion and will be fully removed within a few days.
Delete your account on the Webtoon mobile app
Open the Webtoon app on your phone or tablet. Tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner or top left, depending on your device. This opens the navigation menu.
Look for Settings or My Page in the menu and tap it. Scroll down to find Account Settings or Profile Settings. Within that section, you should see an option for Delete Account or Close Account. Tap it.
The app will display the same warning you would see on the website, explaining that deletion is permanent and what you will lose. Confirm that you want to delete by tapping the confirmation button. You may need to enter your password. After confirmation, the deletion process begins and completes within a few days.
What to do before you delete
If you have purchased coins or credits, those will vanish when your account is deleted. Webtoon does not refund coins or transfer them to a new account. If you have coins remaining, consider using them to unlock episodes or purchase content before you delete, so the money is not wasted.
If there are series or episodes you want to remember, take screenshots or write down the titles and authors. Your reading history will be erased, so you will have no record of what you were reading unless you save it yourself. If you have a library card that gave you free access to certain Webtoon content, note which series you were reading through the library so you can find them again if you create a new account later.
If you are deleting because you want to start fresh with a new account, you can create a new Webtoon account with a different email address after the deletion is complete. If you used your library card to access Webtoon, you can link that same library card to the new account.
If you change your mind after deletion
Once your account is deleted, Webtoon does not restore it. You cannot undo the deletion or recover your reading history, bookmarks, or coins. If you realize you made a mistake, your only option is to create a brand new account with a different email address.
If you were using your library card to access Webtoon and you delete your account, your library card itself is not affected. You can create a new Webtoon account and link it to the same library card right away. Your library access to Webtoon content continues whether or not you have an active Webtoon account.
Why you might want to delete instead of just stopping
If you straightforward stop using Webtoon, your account stays active and your data remains on Webtoon's servers. Deletion removes that data permanently. Some people delete for privacy reasons, to remove their reading history from the platform, or to cut ties completely. Others delete because they purchased coins they will not use and want a clean break.
If you are only taking a break from reading, you do not need to delete. You can log out and leave your account alone. Webtoon does not charge you for an inactive account, and you can log back in anytime. Deletion is only necessary if you want your account and all its data completely removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete my Webtoon account if I have an active library card linked to it?
Yes. Deleting your Webtoon account does not affect your library card. Your library card access to Webtoon content remains active. You can create a new Webtoon account and link the same library card to it whenever you want.
What happens to my coins if I delete my account?
Your coins are lost permanently. Webtoon does not refund coins or transfer them to a new account. If you have coins remaining, use them to unlock episodes before you delete.
How long does it take for my account to be fully deleted?
Webtoon typically removes your account within a few days after you confirm the deletion. Your account will not disappear when ready, but you will not be able to log in when ready after confirmation.
Can I recover my reading history after I delete my account?
No. Your reading history, bookmarks, and all account data are permanently erased. If you want to keep a record of what you were reading, take screenshots or write down the series titles before you delete.
Do I need to delete my Webtoon account if I just want to stop reading?
No. You can straightforward log out and leave your account inactive. Webtoon does not charge for inactive accounts. Delete only if you want your account and data completely removed from the platform.