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This guide helps you permanently delete your OnlyFans 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
15 minutes
Difficulty
medium
Steps
5 steps
Official Resources
Official deletion guide from OnlyFans
Additional Resources
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention practices
Legal terms regarding creator account closure and content ownership
Information about pending payouts and withdrawal requirements
Step-by-Step Guide
Withdraw All Pending Earnings
If you're a creator, navigate to your Earnings section and request withdrawal of all available funds. OnlyFans requires a minimum balance of $20 for withdrawal. Wait 7-10 business days for the payout to process.
Tips
- •Request withdrawal well in advance of deletion to allow processing time
- •Ensure your bank account or payment method details are correct
- •Download your earnings statements for tax purposes
Warnings
- •Any earnings below the $20 minimum will be forfeited upon account deletion
Cancel All Active Subscriptions
If you're a subscriber, go to your Following list and cancel all active subscriptions. Click on each creator's profile, select 'Subscriptions,' and choose 'Turn off auto-renew.'
Tips
- •Wait until the subscription period ends to maximize value
- •Save any content you want to keep before canceling
Warnings
- •You'll lose access to creator content immediately after the subscription expires
Archive or Delete Your Content
For creators, decide whether to archive or delete all your posts, photos, videos, and messages. Go to your profile settings and choose 'Archive All Posts' or manually delete content.
Tips
- •Download all your content before archiving or deleting
- •Notify your subscribers about your departure
- •Consider archiving instead of deleting if you might return
Warnings
- •Deleted content cannot be recovered
Request Account Deletion
Navigate to Settings > Account > Delete Account. You'll need to verify your identity and provide a reason for deletion. OnlyFans may ask you to confirm via email or phone verification.
Tips
- •Ensure your email and phone are accessible for verification
- •Read all warnings about data loss carefully
- •Have your ID ready if identity verification is required
Warnings
- •Account deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed
Confirm Deletion and Wait for Processing
After submitting your deletion request, check your email for confirmation instructions. Click the verification link and wait for OnlyFans to process your request, which can take up to 30 days.
Tips
- •Check spam folder for confirmation emails
- •Keep screenshots of the deletion confirmation
- •Contact support if you don't receive confirmation within 48 hours
Warnings
- •Some financial data may be retained for up to 7 years for legal compliance
Important Warnings
Unclaimed Earnings Will Be Lost
Content Permanently Deleted
Subscriber Relationships Lost
No Account Recovery
Financial Records Retained
Username May Become Available
Alternatives to Consider
Deactivate Your Account Temporarily
OnlyFans allows creators to temporarily deactivate their accounts without losing content or subscriber relationships. This pauses your page while keeping everything intact for future reactivation.
Pros
- •Fully reversible - reactivate anytime
- •Maintains subscriber list and content
- •Preserves your username and profile
Cons
- •Cannot earn during deactivation
- •Account data still stored on servers
Remove All Content But Keep Account
Delete or archive all your posts and content but maintain your account with zero public visibility. This allows you to keep your earnings history and return later if desired.
Pros
- •Preserves financial records
- •Easy to restart content creation
- •No data loss
Cons
- •Account remains in OnlyFans database
- •Personal information still stored
Cancel Subscriptions Only
If you're a fan/subscriber, simply cancel all subscriptions and stop using the platform without deleting your account. This preserves your ability to subscribe again in the future.
Pros
- •No commitment to permanent deletion
- •Keep message history
- •Quick and reversible
Cons
- •Personal data remains on platform
- •Account still exists in system
Frequently Asked Questions
After you confirm deletion, OnlyFans processes the request within 30 days. During this period, your account is deactivated but some data remains accessible to OnlyFans staff for fraud prevention and legal purposes.
References & Citations
- [1]OnlyFans Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention practices
https://onlyfans.com/privacy
- [2]OnlyFans Terms of Service for Creators
Legal terms regarding creator account closure and content ownership
https://onlyfans.com/terms
- [3]OnlyFans Payout and Earnings Guide
Information about pending payouts and withdrawal requirements
https://onlyfans.com/help/3/12
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