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This guide helps you permanently delete your Trello 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
Official deletion guide from Trello
Additional Resources
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion
Official guide on data handling after deletion
Legal terms regarding account closure
Step-by-Step Guide
Export Your Trello Boards
Before deletion, export any boards you want to keep. Open each board, click the three-dot menu, select 'More', then 'Print and Export', and choose 'Export as JSON'. Save these files to your computer.
Tips
- •Export each board individually as JSON files
- •Take screenshots of important boards as backup
- •Export boards you're a member of but don't own
Transfer Workspace Ownership
If you're the sole admin of any Workspaces, transfer ownership to another member or delete the Workspace. Go to the Workspace settings, select 'Members', and change admin roles before deleting your account.
Tips
- •Notify team members before transferring or deleting Workspaces
- •Remove yourself from all Workspaces you don't own
- •Check both personal and team Workspaces
Warnings
- •Workspaces without admins may be inaccessible after you delete your account
Access Account Settings
Log in to Trello and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select 'Settings' from the dropdown menu to access your account settings page.
Tips
- •Use a web browser for the full deletion process
- •Make sure you're on the correct account
- •Clear browser cache if settings don't load properly
Navigate to Account Deletion
In the Settings page, scroll down to find the 'Delete Account' section. Click 'Delete your account permanently' to begin the deletion process.
Tips
- •Read the warning message carefully
- •Ensure you've exported all important data
- •Have your password ready for verification
Warnings
- •Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone
Confirm Deletion
Trello will display a final confirmation screen explaining what will be deleted. Enter your password to verify, then click 'Delete Account' to permanently remove your Trello account and all associated data.
Tips
- •Double-check that you've exported all necessary data
- •Save any final information before clicking confirm
- •Note that deletion is immediate
Important Warnings
Permanent Data Loss
No Recovery Period
Shared Board Access Lost
Workspace Disruption
Power-Up Configurations Lost
Comment History Preserved
Alternatives to Consider
Deactivate Account Temporarily
Instead of permanent deletion, simply stop using Trello and leave all Workspaces. Your account remains but you won't receive notifications or have active participation.
Pros
- •Can reactivate anytime by logging back in
- •All data is preserved
- •No permanent loss of boards or history
Cons
- •Account continues to exist on Trello's servers
- •Email notifications may continue
- •Username remains taken
Archive All Boards
Instead of deleting your account, archive all your boards to hide them while keeping your account active for potential future use.
Pros
- •Boards can be unarchived anytime
- •Maintains access to shared boards
- •No data loss
Cons
- •Account and data remain on Trello
- •Still requires account management
- •Archived boards count toward limits on free accounts
Export and Migrate to Alternative
Export all your boards and migrate to project management alternatives like Asana, Monday.com, or Notion before deleting your Trello account.
Pros
- •Maintain project continuity
- •Explore different features and workflows
- •Keep all historical data in new platform
Cons
- •Time-intensive migration process
- •May need to manually recreate board structures
- •Team members need to learn new platform
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Trello account deletion is permanent and immediate. Once you delete your account, all your boards, cards, and data are permanently removed with no recovery option. Make sure to export everything you need before deleting.
References & Citations
- [1]Atlassian Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion
https://www.atlassian.com/legal/privacy-policy
- [2]Trello Data Deletion Information
Official guide on data handling after deletion
https://support.atlassian.com/trello/docs/data-processing-addendum/
- [3]Atlassian Terms of Service
Legal terms regarding account closure
https://www.atlassian.com/legal/cloud-terms-of-service
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