Can I recover my Garmin Connect account after deletion?

No, account deletion is permanent. Once processed, your account and all activity data cannot be recovered. Consider making your profile private if you're unsure about permanent deletion.

How do I export my Garmin data before deletion?

Log into Garmin Connect, go to Account Settings, and look for 'Export Data' or 'Download My Data'. You can also manually export individual activities by opening them and clicking the export icon to save as GPX, TCX, or FIT files.

What happens to my purchased maps and courses?

Any maps, courses, or golf courses purchased or downloaded through your Garmin account may be lost when your account is deleted. These purchases are typically tied to your account and may not be recoverable.

Will my activity data be removed from connected apps like Strava?

No, activities already synced to third-party apps like Strava will remain in those apps. However, the connection will be severed and no new activities will sync from Garmin.

Can I delete my Garmin Connect account but keep other Garmin services?

No, your Garmin account is unified across all Garmin services. Deleting your account will affect Garmin Connect, Garmin Express, Garmin Golf, and all other Garmin platforms.

How long does the deletion process take?

After you confirm deletion via email verification, your account is typically deleted within 24-48 hours. Complete removal from all Garmin systems may take up to 30 days.

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

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

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

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This guide helps you permanently delete your Garmin Connect 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

10 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Steps

5 steps

Official Resources

Official Garmin Support - Delete Account

Official deletion guide from Garmin Connect

Additional Resources

[1]

Garmin Privacy Policy

Official privacy policy explaining data deletion

[2]

Garmin Account Management

Official account management portal

[3]

Garmin Terms of Use

Legal terms regarding account closure

Step-by-Step Guide

Log into Garmin Connect

Open a web browser and visit connect.garmin.com. Sign in with your Garmin account credentials. While deletion may be possible through the app, using the website is more reliable.

Tips

•Use a desktop browser for the clearest interface
•Have your password ready for verification
•Consider downloading your data before deletion

Access Account Settings

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

Tips

•You may be redirected to the main Garmin account portal
•All Garmin services use the same account system

Navigate to Account Management

In Account Settings, look for 'Account Management', 'Privacy Settings', or 'Delete Account' option. You may need to scroll down or look in a 'Privacy' or 'Data Management' section.

Tips

•The exact location may vary based on your region
•Look for options related to data deletion or account closure

Request account deletion

Click on 'Delete Account' or 'Close My Account'. Garmin will display information about what will be deleted and may ask for your reason for leaving. Read the warnings carefully.

Tips

•Export your activity data first if you want to keep records
•Note that this affects all Garmin services, not just Connect
•Review the list of what will be deleted

Warnings

•Deleting your Garmin account affects all Garmin services including maps, golf courses, and device data

Confirm deletion

Enter your password to verify your identity, then confirm your decision to delete the account. You may receive an email asking you to verify the deletion by clicking a confirmation link. Your account will be deleted once confirmed.

Tips

•Check your email for the verification message
•Click the confirmation link within the specified timeframe
•Save the confirmation email for your records

Important Warnings

Permanent data loss across all Garmin services

Deleting your Garmin Connect account deletes your account across ALL Garmin services including activities, routes, saved maps, golf courses, device settings, and any purchased maps or data.

Device functionality affected

Your Garmin devices will need to be reset and paired with a new account to use connected features. Some device functionality may be limited without an active Garmin Connect account.

All activity data permanently deleted

All your recorded activities, workouts, runs, cycles, swims, and health metrics will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.

Connected apps disconnected

All third-party app integrations (Strava, MyFitnessPal, etc.) will be disconnected and no further data will sync from Garmin.

Challenges and segments

You'll be removed from all challenges and your segment records will be deleted from leaderboards.

Processing time

Account deletion is typically processed within 24-48 hours after confirmation, with complete removal from all systems taking up to 30 days.

Alternatives to Consider

Make your profile private

easy

Keep your account but change privacy settings to make all your activities and profile information private.

Pros

•Preserves all your activity history and data
•Can still use all Garmin Connect features
•Reversible at any time

Cons

•Data remains on Garmin servers
•Account still exists and vulnerable
•Doesn't address data collection concerns

5 min

Stop syncing activities

easy

Keep your account but stop syncing new activities from your Garmin device to Garmin Connect.

Pros

•Maintains historical data access
•Device still functions normally
•Can resume syncing anytime

Cons

•Loses cloud backup of activities
•No access to online features
•Historical data still on servers

3 min

Export data and switch platforms

medium

Download all your Garmin data and migrate to an alternative fitness tracking platform before deletion.

Pros

•Keeps your activity history
•Can choose a more privacy-focused platform
•Continues fitness tracking with different service

Cons

•Time-consuming data export process
•May lose Garmin-specific metrics
•Device integration may be limited with other platforms

45 min

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Garmin device will continue to function and track activities locally, but you'll lose access to cloud features, activity uploads, maps, courses, and software updates until you create a new account and pair the device again.

References & Citations

[1]
Garmin Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion
https://www.garmin.com/en-US/privacy/
[2]
Garmin Account Management
Official account management portal
https://www.garmin.com/en-US/account/
[3]
Garmin Terms of Use
Legal terms regarding account closure
https://www.garmin.com/en-US/legal/terms-of-use/

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Critical Warnings

Permanent data loss across all Garmin services
Deleting your Garmin Connect account deletes your account across ALL Garmin services including activ...
Device functionality affected
Your Garmin devices will need to be reset and paired with a new account to use connected features. S...
All activity data permanently deleted
All your recorded activities, workouts, runs, cycles, swims, and health metrics will be permanently ...

Last Updated

November 8, 2025

Garmin Connect Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Log into Garmin Connect

Access Account Settings

Navigate to Account Management

Request account deletion

Confirm deletion

Important Warnings

Permanent data loss across all Garmin services

Device functionality affected

All activity data permanently deleted

Connected apps disconnected

Challenges and segments

Processing time

Alternatives to Consider

Make your profile private

Stop syncing activities

Export data and switch platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

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