How to Delete Your Google+ Account: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google+ might not be as popular as other social media platforms, but it still has its dedicated user base. However, if you've decided that it's time to delete your Google+ account, this step-by-step guide is for you.
Before we dive into the deletion process, keep in mind that once your account is deleted, all the content and data associated with it will be permanently lost. So, consider backing up any important information before proceeding.
Step 1: Sign In to Your Google Account
First, navigate to Google's sign-in page using your web browser and sign in with the credentials linked to your Google+ account.
Step 2: Go to the Google Account Dashboard
Upon signing in, you will be taken to your Google Account dashboard. Here, review the various sections of your account, ensuring that you've removed or downloaded any necessary information.
Step 3: Delete Your Google+ Content
To delete your Google+ content, follow these steps:
- In the left sidebar, click on
Data & personalization
. - Under the
Activity controls
section, selectMy Activity
. - Use the filters at the top to search for any Google+ related activities and delete them one by one.
- Click on
Delete
, then selectDelete
again to confirm your decision. - Repeat this process for all other Google+ related activities.
Step 4: Delete Your Google+ Account
Now that you've removed all of your content, it's time to delete your account. To do so:
- Go back to the left sidebar and click on
People & sharing
. - Under the
Accounts & privacy
tab, find theGoogle+ account connected to your email address
and click on the linked account name. - Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on
Delete your Google+ profile
. - Read through the information presented carefully and confirm your decision by clicking on
Delete my content
. - Enter your password to confirm and then click on
Delete account
to begin the deletion process.
Conclusion
And that's it! Your Google+ account has been successfully deleted. Remember, once deleted, all associated data will be permanently lost. So, ensure that you've backed up any important information before proceeding with these steps.
Happy social media-free browsing!