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This guide helps you permanently delete your Udemy 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 Udemy
Additional Resources
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention practices
Details about data handling after account closure
Legal terms regarding account closure and course access
Step-by-Step Guide
Download Course Certificates and Materials
Before deleting, download all certificates of completion for courses you've finished. Go to 'My Learning,' select completed courses, and download certificates as PDFs. Also save any important course notes or resources.
Tips
- •Download certificates in PDF format for each completed course
- •Save your course notes and personal annotations
- •Screenshot your course progress if you plan to resume elsewhere
- •Download any supplementary materials provided by instructors
Warnings
- •Purchased courses become inaccessible after account deletion
Cancel Active Subscriptions
If you have a Udemy Business account, Personal Plan subscription, or any active payment plans, cancel them to avoid future charges. Go to Account Settings > Subscriptions and cancel each subscription.
Tips
- •You can access subscription content until the current period ends
- •No refunds are provided for unused subscription time
- •Save billing history for your records
Access Account Settings
Log in to Udemy on the web, click on your profile picture in the top right, and select 'Account settings' from the dropdown menu. This must be done from the website, not mobile apps.
Tips
- •Use a desktop or mobile browser, not the Udemy app
- •Ensure you're logged into the correct account
- •Have your password ready for verification
Close Your Account
In Account Settings, scroll down to find 'Close account' at the bottom of the page. Click it, read the warning about losing access to purchased courses, and confirm your password. Click 'Close account' to proceed with deletion.
Tips
- •Read all warnings about losing course access carefully
- •Understand that all purchased courses will be lost
- •This action cannot be undone
Warnings
- •All purchased courses and lifetime access will be permanently lost
Confirm Account Closure
After confirming, Udemy will immediately close your account. You'll be logged out and lose access to all courses. You may receive a confirmation email acknowledging the account closure.
Tips
- •Check email for closure confirmation
- •Uninstall Udemy apps from your devices
- •Your email address becomes available for new account registration after closure
Warnings
- •Account closure is immediate with no grace period
Important Warnings
All Purchased Courses Lost Forever
Certificates of Completion Deleted
Course Progress Permanently Erased
No Refunds for Purchased Courses
Instructor Q&A Contributions Removed
Wishlist and Saved Courses Lost
Alternatives to Consider
Keep Account Active Without Using It
Instead of deleting your account, simply stop using Udemy but maintain access to all your purchased courses. Courses with lifetime access remain available indefinitely even if you don't use them.
Pros
- •Retain access to all purchased courses forever
- •Can return to learning anytime
- •No data or certificate loss
Cons
- •Account data remains on Udemy servers
- •May receive marketing emails
- •Privacy concerns about data retention
Complete Courses Before Deletion
If you have purchased courses you haven't finished, complete them and download certificates before deleting your account. This ensures you get full value from your purchases.
Pros
- •Maximize value from purchased courses
- •Earn all available certificates
- •No regrets about unfinished learning
Cons
- •Delays account deletion
- •May take significant time
- •Still lose future access after completion
Download Course Materials and Switch Platforms
Download all available course materials, certificates, and resources, then switch to alternative platforms like Coursera, Skillshare, or LinkedIn Learning for future learning needs.
Pros
- •Keep proof of completed courses
- •Explore different learning platforms
- •May find better course options elsewhere
Cons
- •Cannot transfer purchased courses
- •Loss of Udemy-specific content
- •Need to repurchase similar courses on new platforms
Frequently Asked Questions
Udemy account closure is immediate. Once you confirm, you're logged out instantly and lose all access to courses. There is no grace period or recovery option.
References & Citations
- [1]Udemy Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention practices
https://www.udemy.com/terms/privacy/
- [2]Udemy Data Deletion Information
Details about data handling after account closure
https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002975813
- [3]Udemy Terms of Use
Legal terms regarding account closure and course access
https://www.udemy.com/terms/
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November 8, 2025