What happens to my models and datasets after deletion?

All models, datasets, and repositories will be permanently deleted from Hugging Face servers. If you want to keep them, download them before deleting your account.

Will my public models still be accessible after deletion?

No. All public models and datasets become inaccessible after account deletion. Repository pages will no longer exist, and any links to your work will break.

How long does it take to delete my Hugging Face account?

Your account becomes inaccessible immediately after deletion confirmation. However, complete data deletion from Hugging Face servers may take several days to a few weeks.

What happens to repositories that others have forked from mine?

Forks of your repositories will remain, but they'll be disconnected from your deleted account. References to your original work may be broken.

Do I lose my Pro account benefits when I delete my account?

Yes. Deleting your account will terminate any Pro or paid subscriptions. Hugging Face does not provide refunds for remaining subscription time or unused credits.

Can I delete only specific repositories instead of my entire account?

Yes. You can delete individual repositories without deleting your entire account. Go to each repository settings and choose to delete that specific repository.

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

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This guide helps you permanently delete your Hugging Face 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

Hugging Face Official Website

Official deletion guide from Hugging Face

Additional Resources

[1]

Hugging Face Privacy Policy

Information about how Hugging Face handles your data and privacy

[2]

Hugging Face Terms of Service

Hugging Face terms of service and account policies

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to Your Hugging Face Account

Go to huggingface.co and click 'Sign in'. Enter your email address or username and password to log in to your account.

Tips

•Use the email address or username associated with your account
•Verify you're logging into the correct account

Navigate to Account Settings

Click on your profile icon or avatar in the top right corner. Select 'Settings' or 'Account Settings' from the dropdown menu.

Tips

•Settings are accessed through the user profile menu
•Look for account or settings options

Find Account Management Options

In the Settings page, look for 'Delete Account', 'Close Account', 'Danger Zone', or 'Account Management' section. Scroll down if necessary to find these options.

Tips

•Scroll down in settings to find deletion options
•Account deletion is often in a danger zone or advanced section

Initiate Account Deletion

Click on the 'Delete Account' button. Hugging Face will display a confirmation dialog explaining what will be permanently deleted, including all repositories, models, and datasets.

Warnings

•This action will permanently delete your account
•All repositories, models, and datasets will be permanently deleted

Confirm Deletion with Password

Enter your password to confirm the account deletion. Hugging Face will request password verification to prevent accidental deletion. After verification, your account will be scheduled for deletion.

Tips

•Your account will be immediately inaccessible after confirmation
•Complete data deletion from Hugging Face servers may take several days

Important Warnings

Permanent Loss of All Repositories and Models

Deleting your Hugging Face account will permanently remove all repositories, models, and datasets you've created or uploaded. There is no way to recover these after deletion.

Public Repositories Become Inaccessible

Any models or datasets you've shared publicly will become inaccessible, and the associated repository pages will no longer exist. Forks or references to your work may break.

No Account Recovery

Once your Hugging Face account is deleted, it cannot be recovered. You will need to create a new account if you want to use Hugging Face again in the future.

Loss of Pro or Premium Features

If you have a Hugging Face Pro account or paid features, deleting your account will terminate access. Any remaining credits or payment will not be refunded.

Community Contribution History Lost

Your contributions to the Hugging Face community, likes, discussions, and comments may be deleted or anonymized. Your community history cannot be recovered.

Alternatives to Consider

Download Your Models and Repositories

medium

Before deleting your account, download or back up all your models, datasets, and repositories to keep them locally.

Pros

•Preserve all your AI models and code
•Keep repositories for future use
•Maintain your research and work
•Free download through Hugging Face

Cons

•Time-consuming for large repositories
•Requires significant storage space
•Must be completed before deletion

10 min

Make Your Account Private

easy

Make all your repositories private instead of deleting your account, which limits access while maintaining your work.

Pros

•Stop public access to your models
•Keep your repositories and models
•Maintain account for personal use
•Can make public again anytime

Cons

•Account still exists on Hugging Face servers
•Models still stored on their servers
•Doesn't address privacy concerns about data collection

5 min

Download and Deactivate Instead

medium

Download all your work and then deactivate your account if Hugging Face offers account deactivation, keeping it in a suspended state.

Pros

•Preserve all your models and datasets
•Reduce account activity
•May be reversible if Hugging Face allows reactivation
•Slower data deletion process

Cons

•Account may still exist on Hugging Face servers
•May not be a supported option
•Doesn't fully delete your account

5 min

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Once your Hugging Face account is permanently deleted, it cannot be recovered. You will need to create a new account if you want to use Hugging Face again. Make sure to download all your work before deletion.

References & Citations

[1]
Hugging Face Privacy Policy
Information about how Hugging Face handles your data and privacy
https://huggingface.co/privacy
[2]
Hugging Face Terms of Service
Hugging Face terms of service and account policies
https://huggingface.co/terms

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Critical Warnings

Permanent Loss of All Repositories and Models
Deleting your Hugging Face account will permanently remove all repositories, models, and datasets yo...
Public Repositories Become Inaccessible
Any models or datasets you've shared publicly will become inaccessible, and the associated repositor...
No Account Recovery
Once your Hugging Face account is deleted, it cannot be recovered. You will need to create a new acc...

Last Updated

November 10, 2025

Hugging Face Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Log in to Your Hugging Face Account

Navigate to Account Settings

Find Account Management Options

Initiate Account Deletion

Confirm Deletion with Password

Important Warnings

Permanent Loss of All Repositories and Models

Public Repositories Become Inaccessible

No Account Recovery

Loss of Pro or Premium Features

Community Contribution History Lost

Alternatives to Consider

Download Your Models and Repositories

Make Your Account Private

Download and Deactivate Instead

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

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Critical Warnings

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