Can I recover my Fitbit account after deletion?

No, account deletion is permanent and immediate. Once deleted, your account and all health data cannot be recovered. Consider exporting your data first if you're unsure.

What happens to my Fitbit device after account deletion?

Your Fitbit device will need to be factory reset before it can be paired with a new account. The device itself remains functional and can be used with a new account or given/sold to someone else.

How do I export my Fitbit data before deletion?

Log into fitbit.com, go to Settings > Data Export, and request your data. You'll receive an email with a download link within 24-48 hours containing all your Fitbit data in a readable format.

What happens if I've migrated to a Google Account?

If you've migrated your Fitbit account to Google, deleting your Fitbit account may not delete all data stored in your Google Account. You may need to separately manage Fitbit data through Google Account settings.

Will deleting my Fitbit account cancel my Premium subscription?

Account deletion should stop Premium access, but to ensure no future charges, cancel your Fitbit Premium subscription separately through the app store or payment method before deleting your account.

Can I create a new Fitbit account with the same email address?

Yes, after your account is deleted, you can create a new Fitbit account with the same email address. However, none of your previous data will be available in the new account.

What happens to my data in connected apps like MyFitnessPal or Strava?

Data already synced to third-party apps will remain in those apps. However, the connection will be severed and no new data will sync from Fitbit. You'll need to manage data in those apps separately.

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

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Quick Information

Time Required

7 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Steps

5 steps

Official Resources

Official Fitbit Help - Delete Account

Official deletion guide from Fitbit

Additional Resources

[1]

Fitbit Privacy Policy

Official privacy policy explaining data deletion

[2]

Fitbit Data Export

How to export your Fitbit data before deletion

[3]

Fitbit Terms of Service

Legal terms regarding account closure

Step-by-Step Guide

Log into Fitbit on the web

Open a web browser and visit fitbit.com. Click 'Log In' and sign in with your credentials. Account deletion cannot be completed through the mobile app.

Tips

•Use a desktop or mobile browser, not the Fitbit app
•If you've forgotten your password, use the password reset option first

Warnings

•Account deletion is only available through the website

Access your account settings

Click on your profile picture or icon in the top right corner, then select 'Settings' from the dropdown menu. This will take you to your account settings page.

Tips

•Consider downloading your Fitbit data before deletion
•Review your connected apps and services

Navigate to Data and Privacy

In the Settings menu, look for 'Data and Privacy' or 'Manage Data' section. Click on it to access data management options.

Tips

•This section contains options for data export and account deletion
•Take a moment to review what data will be deleted

Delete your account

Scroll down to find the 'Delete Account' option. Click on it and Fitbit will ask you to confirm your decision. Read the warnings carefully about what will be deleted.

Tips

•Export your data first if you want to keep your health records
•Ensure you've cancelled any premium subscriptions

Warnings

•All your health and fitness data will be permanently deleted

Confirm deletion

Enter your password to verify your identity, then click 'Delete Account' or 'Confirm' to finalize the deletion. Your account will be immediately deleted and you'll be logged out.

Tips

•Make sure you're ready to proceed - this cannot be undone
•Your Fitbit device will need to be reset to pair with a new account
•Save any confirmation emails for your records

Important Warnings

Permanent data loss

All your health and fitness data including steps, heart rate, sleep patterns, exercise logs, weight history, and achievements will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.

Device must be reset

Your Fitbit device will need to be factory reset to pair with a new account. Any data stored only on the device (not synced) will be lost during the reset.

Premium subscription not automatically cancelled

If you have a Fitbit Premium subscription, cancelling it separately through your app store or payment provider may be necessary to prevent continued billing.

Google Account integration

If you've migrated your Fitbit account to Google, you may need to manage data deletion through your Google Account settings as well. The Fitbit data in Google will not automatically be deleted.

Connected apps and services

All third-party app connections (MyFitnessPal, Strava, etc.) will be severed and no further data will sync to those platforms.

Family account implications

If you're part of a Fitbit family account, your removal may affect family challenges and shared features. Notify family members before deletion.

Alternatives to Consider

Stop wearing your Fitbit device

easy

Keep your account but simply stop wearing and syncing your Fitbit device to prevent new data collection while preserving historical data.

Pros

•Preserves all your historical health data
•Can resume tracking at any time
•Maintains your achievements and badges

Cons

•Account and data remain on Fitbit/Google servers
•Doesn't address privacy concerns
•Device may still collect data locally if worn

1 min

Make your profile private

easy

Change your privacy settings to hide your profile and activity from friends and the Fitbit community while keeping your data.

Pros

•Keeps all tracking functionality active
•Prevents others from seeing your data
•Can reverse at any time

Cons

•Data still stored on Fitbit/Google servers
•Account remains active and vulnerable
•Doesn't stop data collection

5 min

Export data and switch platforms

medium

Download all your Fitbit data before deletion and switch to an alternative fitness tracker that better suits your privacy needs.

Pros

•Retains your health history for personal records
•Can choose a more privacy-focused alternative
•Continues fitness tracking with different service

Cons

•Requires purchasing new hardware
•Time needed to export and transfer data
•May lose some Fitbit-specific features

45 min

Frequently Asked Questions

No, account deletion is only available through the Fitbit website at fitbit.com. You must log in via a web browser to delete your account.

References & Citations

[1]
Fitbit Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion
https://www.fitbit.com/global/us/legal/privacy-policy
[2]
Fitbit Data Export
How to export your Fitbit data before deletion
https://help.fitbit.com/articles/en_US/Help_article/1133
[3]
Fitbit Terms of Service
Legal terms regarding account closure
https://www.fitbit.com/global/us/legal/terms-of-service

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Critical Warnings

Permanent data loss
All your health and fitness data including steps, heart rate, sleep patterns, exercise logs, weight ...
Device must be reset
Your Fitbit device will need to be factory reset to pair with a new account. Any data stored only on...
Premium subscription not automatically cancelled
If you have a Fitbit Premium subscription, cancelling it separately through your app store or paymen...

Last Updated

November 8, 2025

Fitbit Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Log into Fitbit on the web

Access your account settings

Navigate to Data and Privacy

Delete your account

Confirm deletion

Important Warnings

Permanent data loss

Device must be reset

Premium subscription not automatically cancelled

Google Account integration

Connected apps and services

Family account implications

Alternatives to Consider

Stop wearing your Fitbit device

Make your profile private

Export data and switch platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

Found incorrect information?

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