What happens to my premium subscription when I delete my account?

When you delete your Crunchyroll account, your premium subscription (Fan, Mega Fan, or Ultimate Fan) will be terminated immediately. However, deleting your account does not guarantee a refund for the remaining time on your subscription. It's recommended to cancel your subscription first and let it expire naturally before deleting your account to get the full value of your payment.

Will I lose my watch history and queue?

Yes. All your watch history, continue watching queue, watchlist, and viewing preferences will be permanently deleted when you delete your account. This data cannot be recovered. If you want to keep a record of what you've watched, consider manually saving this information before deletion.

How long does it take to delete my Crunchyroll account?

The account deletion is typically processed immediately or within 24-48 hours, making your account inaccessible. However, complete data deletion from Crunchyroll's servers may take up to 30 days as per their privacy policy and data retention requirements.

What happens to my manga purchases when I delete my account?

All access to manga volumes and chapters, whether purchased individually or accessed through your subscription, will be immediately and permanently lost upon account deletion. Digital manga purchases are tied to your account and cannot be transferred or recovered after deletion.

Can I delete my Crunchyroll account from the mobile app?

While you can access some account settings through the mobile app, the full account deletion process is typically easier and more reliable when performed through a web browser on desktop. This ensures you can see all options, warnings, and confirmation steps clearly. We recommend using the website for account deletion.

Will deleting my account cancel charges from my payment method?

Deleting your account should stop future subscription charges, but it's best practice to manually cancel your subscription first through your account settings or payment provider (like Apple, Google Play, or PayPal) before deleting your account. This ensures no unexpected charges occur and that you receive proper confirmation of cancellation from your payment provider.

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

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This guide helps you permanently delete your Crunchyroll 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

Crunchyroll Help Center - Account Management

Official deletion guide from Crunchyroll

Additional Resources

[1]

Crunchyroll Privacy Policy

Details about how Crunchyroll handles your data and privacy

[2]

Crunchyroll Terms of Service

Information about terms of service and user agreements

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to Your Crunchyroll Account

Open your web browser and go to www.crunchyroll.com. Click the 'LOG IN' button in the top right corner and enter your account credentials.

Tips

•Make sure you're logged into the correct account
•If you have multiple accounts, verify which one you want to delete
•Consider using a desktop browser for easier navigation

Access Account Settings

Click on your profile icon or avatar in the top right corner of the page. From the dropdown menu, select 'Account Settings' to access your account management options.

Tips

•The profile icon may show your avatar or username
•On mobile, you may need to tap the menu icon first
•Account Settings contains all account management options

Navigate to Account Management

In the Account Settings page, scroll down to find the 'Account' or 'Privacy & Settings' section. Look for account deletion or data management options.

Tips

•The exact menu location may vary with UI updates
•Look for options related to privacy, data, or account closure
•You may need to scroll down to see all available options

Request Account Deletion

Locate the 'Delete Account' or 'Close Account' option and click on it. Crunchyroll may ask you to provide a reason for leaving or complete a brief survey.

Warnings

•This action will permanently delete your account
•All watch history, queue, and preferences will be permanently lost
•Premium membership benefits will be immediately terminated

Confirm Your Decision

Review all warnings about data loss and subscription cancellation. Enter your password when prompted to verify your identity, then confirm your decision to permanently delete your account.

Tips

•Make sure you've cancelled your premium subscription first to avoid future charges
•Consider downloading your watch history if you want to keep a record
•Review any active manga subscriptions that may need separate cancellation

Important Warnings

Permanent Data Loss

All your watch history, queue, preferences, reviews, and profile information will be permanently deleted. There is no way to recover this data after deletion is complete.

Premium Subscription Cancellation

If you have an active Crunchyroll Premium subscription (Fan, Mega Fan, or Ultimate Fan), you should cancel it before deleting your account. Deleting your account does not automatically guarantee a refund for unused subscription time.

Manga Library Access

Any manga volumes or chapters you've purchased or have access to through your subscription will be immediately lost. You will not be able to access your manga library after account deletion.

No Account Recovery

Once your account is deleted, you cannot recover it. You will need to create a new account if you want to use Crunchyroll again in the future, and all your previous data will be gone.

Connected Services Impact

If you've connected your Crunchyroll account to other services like Discord, PlayStation, Xbox, or social media platforms, those connections will be permanently severed. You'll need to disconnect or update these integrations manually.

Alternatives to Consider

Funimation (Now Integrated with Crunchyroll)

easy

Funimation's content has been merged into Crunchyroll following Sony's consolidation. Former Funimation subscribers can access the same content on Crunchyroll with enhanced features.

Pros

•Access to extensive anime library including former Funimation exclusives
•High-quality English dubs for many popular series
•Simulcast releases of new episodes
•Multiple subscription tiers with offline viewing options

Cons

•Requires a new subscription if you're cancelling Crunchyroll
•Content is now primarily on Crunchyroll platform
•Funimation as a separate service is being phased out

10 min

HIDIVE

easy

HIDIVE is an anime streaming service offering a curated selection of anime series and films, including exclusive titles and classic shows not available on other platforms.

Pros

•Exclusive anime titles not available elsewhere
•Uncensored content and original Japanese versions
•Lower subscription price than many competitors
•Ad-free viewing experience
•Strong catalog of niche and classic anime

Cons

•Smaller library compared to Crunchyroll
•Fewer simultaneous releases of new episodes
•Limited availability in some regions
•Interface may not be as polished as larger competitors

10 min

Netflix

easy

Netflix offers a growing collection of anime series and films, including exclusive productions and licensed content from popular studios.

Pros

•Large selection of anime alongside other content types
•High-quality original anime productions (e.g., Cyberpunk: Edgerunners)
•Excellent streaming quality and user interface
•Available on virtually all devices
•No ads on any subscription tier

Cons

•Smaller anime-specific library than dedicated services
•Inconsistent release schedules for ongoing series
•Higher subscription cost than anime-only services
•May not have latest simulcast episodes

10 min

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Once your Crunchyroll account is permanently deleted, it cannot be recovered. You will need to create a new account if you want to use Crunchyroll again. All your watch history, queue, preferences, and profile data will be permanently lost with no option for restoration.

References & Citations

[1]
Crunchyroll Privacy Policy
Details about how Crunchyroll handles your data and privacy
https://www.crunchyroll.com/privacy
[2]
Crunchyroll Terms of Service
Information about terms of service and user agreements
https://www.crunchyroll.com/tos

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Critical Warnings

Permanent Data Loss
All your watch history, queue, preferences, reviews, and profile information will be permanently del...
Premium Subscription Cancellation
If you have an active Crunchyroll Premium subscription (Fan, Mega Fan, or Ultimate Fan), you should ...
Manga Library Access
Any manga volumes or chapters you've purchased or have access to through your subscription will be i...

Last Updated

November 11, 2025

Crunchyroll Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to Your Crunchyroll Account

Access Account Settings

Navigate to Account Management

Request Account Deletion

Confirm Your Decision

Important Warnings

Permanent Data Loss

Premium Subscription Cancellation

Manga Library Access

No Account Recovery

Connected Services Impact

Alternatives to Consider

Funimation (Now Integrated with Crunchyroll)

HIDIVE

Netflix

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

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