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Crypto.com Account Deletion

Leave Crypto.com on your terms

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10 minutes
Verified 11/10/2025
Updated 11/10/2025

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This guide helps you permanently delete your Crypto.com 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.

How We Verified This Guide

Methodology: Hands-on testing with live accounts

Quick Information

Time Required

10 minutes

Difficulty

medium

Steps

8 steps

Official Resources

Crypto.com Help Center

Official deletion guide from Crypto.com

Additional Resources

[1]
Crypto.com Account Closure

Official guide for closing Crypto.com accounts

[2]
Crypto.com Card Services

Information about Crypto Card features and closure

[3]
Crypto.com Privacy Policy

Details about data handling and privacy

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Deactivate or cancel Crypto Card

If you have a Crypto.com Visa Card, you must deactivate or cancel it before closing your account. Go to Card Settings and select the option to deactivate or cancel your card.

Tips

  • Navigate to Wallet > Cards
  • Select your active card
  • Choose Deactivate or Cancel option
  • Confirm any balance on card
2

Unlock and withdraw staking positions

If you have cryptocurrency in staking or earn programs, you must unlock and withdraw all positions. Go to Earn/Staking section and unstake all assets.

Tips

  • Navigate to Earn or Staking sections
  • Unlock all locked positions
  • Wait for unlock periods if applicable
  • Withdraw all staked assets
3

Withdraw all cryptocurrency

Withdraw all cryptocurrency from your Crypto.com account. You must achieve zero balance across all wallets and currencies before account closure.

Tips

  • Check all wallet types
  • Transfer to external wallets
  • Confirm all transactions complete
  • Verify zero balance for all assets
4

Cancel subscriptions and services

Cancel any active subscriptions like Crypto.com Rewards subscription or premium tier memberships. Go to Account Settings > Subscriptions.

Tips

  • Check Settings > Subscriptions
  • Cancel all active plans
  • Confirm cancellation
  • Check for recurring charges
5

Disable 2FA and remove security settings

Disable two-factor authentication and remove any additional security settings. Go to Settings > Security and disable all authentication methods.

Tips

  • Save backup codes if needed
  • Remove all 2FA methods
  • Disable biometric security if enabled
  • Remove any trusted devices
6

Request account closure

Go to Account Settings > Account and select 'Close Account'. Follow the prompts and confirm that you meet all closure requirements including zero balance.

Tips

  • Verify zero balance requirement met
  • Read all closure warnings
  • Confirm your decision
  • Save closure reference number
7

Confirm closure via email verification

Crypto.com will send a confirmation email. Click the verification link within the specified timeframe to complete the account closure process.

Tips

  • Check email inbox and spam folder
  • Click confirmation link
  • Complete verification within timeframe
  • Save confirmation email
8

Verify account closure completion

After email confirmation, your account should be closed. Attempt to log in to verify that the account is no longer accessible.

Tips

  • Try logging in to confirm closure
  • Save screenshots of closure confirmation
  • Keep email confirmations for records
  • Monitor for unexpected account activity

Important Warnings

Alternatives to Consider

Suspend account instead of closing

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Some users choose to suspend their account temporarily rather than permanently close it.

Pros

  • Temporary suspension, not permanent
  • Can reactivate if you change your mind
  • Maintains transaction history
  • No permanent data loss

Cons

  • Account still exists on servers
  • Data not actually removed
  • May still have some service costs
  • Not a complete deletion
15 min

Keep dormant account with zero balance

easy

Withdraw all assets and cryptocurrency but keep your account open without using it.

Pros

  • Can return anytime without new verification
  • Maintains transaction history
  • No closure process needed
  • Preserves account records

Cons

  • Data remains on Crypto.com servers
  • Account still exists
  • May receive promotional emails
  • Not truly deleted
5 min

Transfer crypto to self-custody

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Move all cryptocurrency to a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor) or software wallet you control.

Pros

  • Full custody and control of your assets
  • Enhanced security and privacy
  • No platform dependence
  • Better long-term asset security

Cons

  • You're responsible for security
  • Network transfer fees
  • Must manage private keys
  • More technical complexity
45 min

Frequently Asked Questions

All cryptocurrency must be withdrawn from your Crypto.com account before closure. Any remaining balance will prevent account closure. You must transfer or sell all holdings to achieve zero balance.

References & Citations

  1. [1]
    Crypto.com Account Closure

    Official guide for closing Crypto.com accounts

    https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/4416075-how-do-i-close-my-account

  2. [2]
    Crypto.com Card Services

    Information about Crypto Card features and closure

    https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/2742447-crypto-com-card

  3. [3]
    Crypto.com Privacy Policy

    Details about data handling and privacy

    https://crypto.com/privacy

All citations verified as of 11/10/2025. We regularly review and update all external links to ensure accuracy.

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Critical Warnings

  • Permanent account deletion

    Account closure is permanent and irreversible. All data, transaction history, and account informatio...

  • All cryptocurrency must be withdrawn

    You cannot close your account while holding any cryptocurrency balance. You must withdraw all holdin...

  • Crypto Card cancellation required

    Your Crypto.com Visa Card must be deactivated or canceled before account closure. Any remaining bala...

Last Updated

November 10, 2025

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cryptocurrency
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bitcoin
blockchain
staking
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