Can I recover my data after deleting my account?

No, Notion does not offer account or data recovery after deletion. Once confirmed, all data is permanently erased. Always export your workspaces before deleting your account.

What happens to team workspaces I'm a member of?

If you're a member (not owner) of team workspaces, you'll simply be removed from those workspaces. The workspace and its content remain intact for other members.

Can I delete my account if I own a team workspace?

No, you must first transfer ownership of all team workspaces to another member or delete those workspaces. Only then can you delete your personal account.

What export format should I use for my Notion content?

Markdown & CSV is recommended for portability and compatibility with other apps. HTML preserves formatting better but is less flexible for importing into other platforms.

Will I get a refund for my unused subscription?

Notion does not provide prorated refunds when you delete your account. You can continue using paid features until the end of your current billing cycle before deletion.

What happens to pages I've shared publicly?

All public share links will stop working immediately after account deletion. Anyone with those links will receive a 404 error when trying to access the pages.

Can I import my Notion export into another app?

Many apps support importing Notion's Markdown exports, including Obsidian, Roam Research, and OneNote. However, complex databases and some formatting may not transfer perfectly.

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

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This guide helps you permanently delete your Notion 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

easy

Steps

5 steps

Official Resources

Official Notion Help Center - Delete Your Account

Official deletion guide from Notion

Additional Resources

[1]

Notion Privacy Policy

Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention practices

[2]

Notion Data Export Guide

Instructions for exporting your workspace content before deletion

[3]

Notion Terms of Service

Legal terms regarding account closure and data ownership

Step-by-Step Guide

Export All Your Workspaces

Before deletion, export all your workspaces and pages. Go to Settings & Members > Settings, scroll to 'Export content,' and select 'Export all workspace content.' Choose between Markdown & CSV (recommended for portability) or HTML format. Notion will prepare a zip file for download.

Tips

•Markdown format is widely compatible with other apps
•HTML preserves visual formatting better
•Export may take several minutes for large workspaces
•Download includes all pages, databases, and attachments

Warnings

•Large workspaces may take 10-30 minutes to prepare for export

Transfer or Leave Team Workspaces

If you're a member of team workspaces, leave those workspaces. If you own team workspaces, transfer ownership to another member first. Go to Settings & Members, select the workspace, and transfer ownership or click 'Leave workspace.'

Tips

•Export team workspace content before leaving if you want a copy
•Notify team members before transferring ownership
•Cannot delete account while owning active team workspaces

Warnings

•Leaving a workspace removes your access immediately and cannot be undone

Cancel Paid Subscriptions

If you have a Notion Plus, Business, or Enterprise subscription, cancel it to avoid future charges. Go to Settings & Members > Billing > Plans, and select 'Downgrade' to the free plan. You can continue using paid features until the end of your billing cycle.

Tips

•Downgrade to free plan instead of deleting if you might return
•No refunds for unused subscription time
•Export billing history for your records

Delete Your Personal Workspace

Go to Settings & Members > Settings > Account, scroll down to 'Delete my account,' and click the button. Notion will ask you to confirm by typing 'delete my account' in the text field. This ensures you understand the deletion is permanent.

Tips

•Double-check you've exported all important content
•Type the confirmation phrase exactly as shown
•Read all warnings before proceeding

Warnings

•This action is immediate and cannot be undone

Verify Account Deletion

After confirming deletion, Notion will immediately delete your account and all personal workspace content. You'll be logged out and receive a confirmation email. Try logging in after a few hours to confirm the account no longer exists.

Tips

•Save the confirmation email for your records
•Uninstall Notion apps from your devices
•Remove Notion browser extensions

Warnings

•All personal workspace data is deleted immediately and permanently

Important Warnings

All Personal Workspace Data Permanently Deleted

Every page, database, note, and file in your personal workspace will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. Export everything important before proceeding.

Immediate Deletion With No Grace Period

Unlike some services, Notion deletes your account immediately after confirmation. There is no waiting period or opportunity to recover your account once deleted.

Team Workspace Ownership Must Be Transferred

You cannot delete your account if you own active team workspaces. You must transfer ownership to another member or delete those workspaces first.

Shared Pages Become Inaccessible

Any pages you've shared publicly or with specific people will become inaccessible. Shared links will break and return 404 errors.

Integrations and Connected Apps Will Break

Any third-party integrations, embeds, or connected apps (like Slack, Google Calendar) will stop working. Update these services before deletion.

Templates You Created Will Be Lost

Any custom templates you've created will be deleted. If you've shared template links with others, they'll stop working.

Alternatives to Consider

Downgrade to Free Personal Plan

easy

Instead of deleting, cancel your paid subscription and downgrade to the free Personal plan. This allows unlimited pages and blocks for individual use while eliminating subscription costs.

Pros

•Keep all your pages and databases
•No cost with free tier
•Unlimited blocks for personal use

Cons

•Limited file uploads (5MB per file)
•No version history beyond 7 days
•Cannot invite guests to collaborate

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Archive All Content and Leave Workspace Empty

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Export and delete all your pages, leaving your Notion account active but empty. This removes your data while preserving the ability to use Notion in the future without creating a new account.

Pros

•Data removed from Notion servers
•Can use Notion again without new account
•Keep team workspace memberships

Cons

•Account metadata still exists
•Time-consuming for large workspaces
•Must manually delete all content

20 min

Migrate Content to Alternative Platform

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Export your Notion workspace and import it into alternative productivity apps like Coda, ClickUp, or Obsidian. Many apps offer Notion import features for seamless migration.

Pros

•No data loss during transition
•Try new tools and features
•Often better pricing or features

Cons

•Some formatting may be lost in migration
•Learning curve with new platform
•Databases may not transfer perfectly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Notion account deletion is immediate. Once you confirm deletion, your account and all personal workspace data are permanently deleted within minutes. There is no grace period or recovery option.

References & Citations

[1]
Notion Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention practices
https://www.notion.so/privacy
[2]
Notion Data Export Guide
Instructions for exporting your workspace content before deletion
https://www.notion.so/help/export-your-content
[3]
Notion Terms of Service
Legal terms regarding account closure and data ownership
https://www.notion.so/terms

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Critical Warnings

All Personal Workspace Data Permanently Deleted
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Immediate Deletion With No Grace Period
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Notion Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Export All Your Workspaces

Transfer or Leave Team Workspaces

Cancel Paid Subscriptions

Delete Your Personal Workspace

Verify Account Deletion

Important Warnings

All Personal Workspace Data Permanently Deleted

Immediate Deletion With No Grace Period

Team Workspace Ownership Must Be Transferred

Shared Pages Become Inaccessible

Integrations and Connected Apps Will Break

Templates You Created Will Be Lost

Alternatives to Consider

Downgrade to Free Personal Plan

Archive All Content and Leave Workspace Empty

Migrate Content to Alternative Platform

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References & Citations

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