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This guide helps you permanently delete your Calm 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
Official deletion guide from Calm
Additional Resources
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion
Legal terms regarding account closure
Information about data rights and privacy
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel your subscription
Before deleting your account, cancel your Calm Premium subscription through your app store (Apple or Google) or the Calm website to prevent future charges.
Tips
- •Locate subscription in app store settings
- •Save cancellation confirmation
- •Access remains until billing period ends
Log into Calm
Open the Calm app or visit calm.com in a web browser and sign in with your account credentials.
Tips
- •Account deletion available on both app and website
- •Have your password ready for verification
Access profile settings
In the app, tap the menu icon (three lines) or your profile picture, then tap 'Settings'. On the website, click your profile icon in the top right and select 'Settings'.
Tips
- •Look for the gear icon if Settings isn't immediately visible
- •The exact menu structure may vary slightly
Delete your account
In Settings, scroll down to find 'Delete Account' or 'Account Management'. Tap or click it, and Calm will show you what will be deleted. Confirm that you want to proceed.
Tips
- •Review your meditation progress before deleting
- •Take screenshots of achievements you want to remember
- •Deletion process is straightforward and quick
Warnings
- •All your progress, favorites, and session history will be permanently deleted
Confirm deletion
Enter your password if prompted, then confirm your decision to delete. Your account will be immediately deleted and you'll be logged out of all devices.
Tips
- •Deletion is immediate with no recovery option
- •Check your email for deletion confirmation
- •Save the confirmation email for your records
Important Warnings
Permanent data loss
Immediate deletion
Subscription must be cancelled separately
Mindfulness streak lost
Favorites and bookmarks
No data export
Alternatives to Consider
Cancel subscription but keep account
Cancel your Premium subscription but maintain your free Calm account with access to limited content.
Pros
- •Preserves meditation history and progress
- •Can access some free content
- •Can resubscribe whenever desired
Cons
- •Data remains on Calm servers
- •Limited content without subscription
- •Account still active
Pause usage without deleting
Stop using Calm temporarily while keeping your account and progress data intact.
Pros
- •All progress and streaks preserved
- •Can return at any time
- •Maintains your achievements
Cons
- •Data stored on Calm servers
- •Doesn't address privacy concerns
- •Account remains active
Switch to alternative apps
Delete Calm and try alternative meditation, sleep, or wellness apps with different features or privacy policies.
Pros
- •Can find more privacy-focused alternatives
- •Explore different meditation styles
- •Potentially better features or pricing
Cons
- •Lose all meditation history
- •Need to restart progress tracking
- •Different content library
Frequently Asked Questions
No, account deletion is immediate and permanent. Once confirmed, your account, meditation history, and progress cannot be recovered.
References & Citations
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- [3]Calm Data Rights
Information about data rights and privacy
https://support.calm.com/hc/en-us/articles/360007859054
All citations verified as of 11/8/2025. We regularly review and update all external links to ensure accuracy.
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Last Updated
November 8, 2025