What happens to my job applications through AngelList?

All job applications submitted through AngelList/Wellfound will be deleted from your account. You will lose your personal record of which startups you've applied to and your application status. However, the startups that received your applications will still have records in their own hiring systems.

Will deleting my account affect my investor connections?

Yes. Any connections you've made with investors or mentors through AngelList will be permanently removed. You will no longer appear in their connection lists, and they will not be able to view your profile or message you through the platform. However, if you've exchanged contact information directly, you may be able to maintain those relationships outside the platform.

Can I recover conversations with startups or investors after deletion?

No. All conversations, messages, and interactions through the AngelList/Wellfound platform will be permanently deleted. If you need to preserve any important information, you should save or screenshot conversations before deleting your account.

Does deleting my AngelList account affect other platforms?

No. Deleting your AngelList/Wellfound account only affects your profile and data on that platform. Other job boards, LinkedIn, or professional networks are separate and unaffected. You would need to delete accounts on those platforms separately if desired.

Can I use the same email to create a new AngelList account later?

Possibly, but not immediately. After account deletion, there may be a waiting period before your email address becomes available to register a new AngelList/Wellfound account. It may take days or weeks. Alternatively, you can create a new account with a different email address.

How to Delete Your AngelList Account - Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

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This guide helps you permanently delete your AngelList account. We believe in digital autonomy: your right to leave any platform should be as easy as joining it. Follow these verified steps to ensure complete account deletion.

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Quick Information

Time Required

5 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Steps

5 steps

Official Resources

Wellfound Support Center

Official deletion guide from AngelList

Additional Resources

[1]

Wellfound Privacy Policy

Understanding how Wellfound/AngelList handles personal data and startup connections

[2]

Wellfound Account Management

Information about managing your Wellfound account and data controls

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to Your AngelList/Wellfound Account

Open your web browser and go to wellfound.com (AngelList's job marketplace platform). Click on 'Sign in' and log in with your email and password.

Tips

•Note that AngelList was rebranded to Wellfound for its job marketplace
•Make sure you're logged into the correct account if you have multiple profiles

Access Your Account Settings

Click on your profile icon or avatar in the top right corner of the page. Select 'Settings' or 'Account settings' from the dropdown menu.

Tips

•On mobile, tap the menu icon first to access settings
•Your profile settings may also be accessible from your profile page

Find the Account Deletion Option

In the Settings page, look for options related to account management or privacy. Scroll down to find the 'Delete Account' or 'Deactivate Account' option.

Tips

•The deletion option may be at the bottom of the settings page
•Look for 'Delete' or 'Close' account options in privacy or security sections

Review What Will Be Deleted

AngelList/Wellfound will inform you about what happens when you delete your account, including your job profile, startup connections, and investor visibility. Read through all the information carefully.

Warnings

•Your startup job applications will be deleted
•Your connections to startups and investors will be removed

Confirm Account Deletion

Click the confirmation button to delete your account. You may be asked to enter your password to verify your identity. Complete the process to permanently delete your AngelList/Wellfound account.

Tips

•This action is permanent with no recovery option
•Consider saving your profile information or connections before deletion

Important Warnings

Startup Job Profile Permanently Deleted

Your AngelList/Wellfound job profile will be permanently deleted. Your profile will no longer be visible to startup companies recruiting through the platform. Any job applications you've submitted will be associated with a deleted profile, and startups will lose the ability to view your full profile.

Investor Network Connections Lost

If you've built connections with investors or mentors through AngelList, these connections will be permanently removed. Your profile will no longer appear in investor searches or match recommendations. Investor visibility and networking opportunities will be completely lost.

Job Applications Through Platform Deleted

All job applications submitted through AngelList/Wellfound will be deleted from your account. You will lose your personal record of which startups you've applied to and when. However, the startups may still have records of your applications in their hiring systems.

Startup Visibility and Founder Connections Removed

If you've connected with startup founders or indicated interest in startup opportunities, these connections and your visibility will be completely removed. Founders who have viewed your profile may lose access to your information after deletion.

Email Address Temporarily Unavailable

Your email address may not be immediately available to create a new AngelList/Wellfound account. You may need to wait some time or use a different email address if you want to rejoin the platform.

Alternatives to Consider

Export Your Profile Data First

easy

Before deleting your account, request a copy of your profile data and connection information for your personal records.

Pros

•Keep a record of your startup networking history
•Preserve connections and contact information you've made
•See what data the platform has collected about you
•Can reference information from your job search

Cons

•May take time to process the data export request
•File may be in raw format (JSON/CSV) and not human-friendly
•Connection details may be limited to what was captured

5 min

Make Your Profile Private or Hidden

easy

Rather than deleting your account, make your profile invisible to startups and investors while keeping your account active.

Pros

•Keep your job search history and applications
•Can reactivate visibility at any time
•Maintain your profile for future opportunities
•Stay connected with any mentors or investors privately

Cons

•Your data still exists on AngelList servers
•Does not address privacy concerns about data retention
•Account remains tied to your email address

2 min

Update Profile Information Instead

medium

Rather than deleting, remove sensitive personal information from your profile while keeping your account active.

Pros

•Reduce personal data visible to startups
•Keep your job search history and opportunities
•Can reactivate full profile information later
•Maintain access to platform features

Cons

•Account and data still exist on the platform
•Requires ongoing profile maintenance
•Does not fully address privacy concerns

15 min

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Once you delete your AngelList/Wellfound account, your entire job profile will be permanently removed from the platform. Your profile will no longer appear in startup searches or investor recommendations. Startups and investors will no longer be able to view your information.

References & Citations

[1]
Wellfound Privacy Policy
Understanding how Wellfound/AngelList handles personal data and startup connections
https://wellfound.com/privacy
[2]
Wellfound Account Management
Information about managing your Wellfound account and data controls
https://support.wellfound.com/

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November 10, 2025

AngelList Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to Your AngelList/Wellfound Account

Access Your Account Settings

Find the Account Deletion Option

Review What Will Be Deleted

Confirm Account Deletion

Important Warnings

Startup Job Profile Permanently Deleted

Investor Network Connections Lost

Job Applications Through Platform Deleted

Startup Visibility and Founder Connections Removed

Email Address Temporarily Unavailable

Alternatives to Consider

Export Your Profile Data First

Make Your Profile Private or Hidden

Update Profile Information Instead

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

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