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This guide helps you permanently delete your Microsoft Copilot 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
7 minutes
Difficulty
medium
Steps
5 steps
Official Resources
Official deletion guide from Microsoft Copilot
Additional Resources
Manage your Microsoft Account data and privacy settings
Details about how Microsoft collects, uses, and protects your data
Step-by-Step Guide
Sign in to Your Microsoft Account
Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in with your Microsoft Account credentials. This is where you can manage your account settings and privacy controls.
Tips
- •Use the same email address associated with your Copilot account
- •If you have multiple Microsoft accounts, verify which one you want to delete
Navigate to Privacy Settings
Click on 'Privacy' in the left menu to access your privacy and data management options.
Tips
- •The Privacy section contains all your data deletion and privacy options
- •Look for options related to Copilot or AI assistant data
Manage Your Activity and Data
In the Privacy section, find 'Manage your activity' or 'Copilot data' option. This will show your interaction history and allow you to delete specific data or your entire account.
Tips
- •You can delete just Copilot conversation history or your entire Microsoft Account
- •Consider downloading your data first if you want to keep any information
Delete Copilot Chat History or Account
Select the option to delete Copilot chat history or delete your entire Microsoft Account. Review all warnings and click the delete button to proceed.
Warnings
- •This action will delete all Copilot conversation history permanently
- •Deleting your Microsoft Account affects all Microsoft services
Confirm Identity and Complete Deletion
Microsoft will require you to confirm your identity by entering your password or using a verification code. Complete the verification process to finalize the deletion.
Tips
- •You may receive a verification code via email or phone
- •Keep this verification code safe during the process
- •Microsoft will begin deleting your data immediately after confirmation
Important Warnings
Permanent Deletion of Conversation History
Complete Microsoft Account Deletion
Loss of Windows Integration
No Account Recovery Option
Third-Party Application Access
Alternatives to Consider
Delete Only Copilot Chat History
Instead of deleting your entire Microsoft Account, you can clear only your Copilot conversation history while maintaining your account.
Pros
- •Keep your Microsoft Account and access to Outlook, OneDrive, and other services
- •Remove only Copilot-specific conversation data
- •Your account and Windows integration remain intact
- •Can be done multiple times as needed
Cons
- •Your Microsoft Account and associated data still exist on Microsoft's servers
- •Does not affect other account activity or metadata
- •Only clears visible chat history, not underlying user profiles
Disable Activity Recording
Turn off activity recording for your Microsoft Account to prevent Copilot from storing new conversation data while keeping your account active.
Pros
- •Prevent Copilot from recording future conversations
- •Maintain full access to all Microsoft services
- •Can be reversed at any time
- •No impact on existing account functionality
Cons
- •Does not delete past conversation history
- •Your account profile and metadata still exist
- •May limit some personalization features in Copilot
Use a Separate Microsoft Account for Copilot
Create a separate Microsoft Account specifically for Copilot use to isolate your AI interactions from your primary account.
Pros
- •Keep your main Microsoft Account completely separate from Copilot usage
- •Easy to delete the temporary account when finished
- •No risk to your primary email and services
- •Provides privacy isolation between accounts
Cons
- •Requires managing multiple Microsoft accounts
- •Loss of personalization between accounts
- •May need to set up new email address for secondary account
Frequently Asked Questions
Microsoft does not offer a grace period for account recovery after deletion. Once you confirm deletion, your account and all associated data are permanently removed with no option to recover them. It's recommended to export important data before deletion.
References & Citations
- [1]Microsoft Account Privacy and Data Management
Manage your Microsoft Account data and privacy settings
https://account.microsoft.com/privacy
- [2]Microsoft Privacy Statement
Details about how Microsoft collects, uses, and protects your data
https://privacy.microsoft.com/privacystatement
All citations verified as of 11/10/2025. We regularly review and update all external links to ensure accuracy.
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Last Updated
November 10, 2025