How To Delete AOL Account Successfully

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There are various reasons why you may decide to get rid of any account you signed up for, and if for whatever reason, your AOL account happens to be one of those accounts you want to delete, this guide is just for you.

Going forward, I will be showing you how to permanently delete AOL using various mediums.

However, there is certain information you need to note before deciding to finally delete your AOL account.

Before You Delete AOL Account – Things To Note

Please, take note of the following before hitting the final delete tab;

1. All of your data and content such as your emails and email folders will be inaccessible to you, therefore, prepare a backup of your important contacts, documents, emails, and other such things as you may need them later.

2. If there are subscriptions you may have paid that are connected to your AOL account, you have to unsubscribe as well as clear any dues pending.

That being said, you can only close your account if it has no remaining balance and it’s been 90 days since you canceled your active subscriptions and paid plans.

3. Check if any of your social media accounts are connected to your AOL email address because if there are any, deleting your AOL account may affect the social media account.

4. Finally, it’s necessary you let your contacts know that you will be deleting your AOL account because they may want to reach you using this medium.

Now that you know what to do, let’s look at how to delete your AOL account.

Delete AOL Account – How To Do It

There are two ways through which you can get rid of this account, and they are:

1. Delete your AOL account through the website.

2. Delete your AOL account by answering security questions.

Let’s take a look at each of these methods.

Simple Step To Delete Your AOL Account Via Their Website

The steps listed below will serve as a guide on how to delete your AOL account through this method.

Step 1. Using any web browser of your choice, go to the official web page of AOL.

Step 2. Input your “Email Address” and “Password” and click the signing in button.

Step 3: Upon logging in, move down and go to “My Account” and you will be taken to the service page.

Please, do not click this “My Account” option, just move close to it because clicking it may not direct you to your desired page.

Step 4. Under “My Account”, check below “Services”, and you will see the link for “Manage My Subscriptions”. Click on it.

Step 5: You will see the section that reads “Plan Information” then click on “Cancel” located on its right.

Step 6: The cancellation window will pop up, click on “Cancel AOL Account”.

This brings you to the end of your AOL account deleting process using this method.

Simple Step To Delete Your AOL Account By Answering Security Questions

Another way to get rid of this account is by answering security questions, and as the name implies, you already know that you ought to provide answers to the security questions that will be thrown at you if you wish to adopt this method.

Let’s take a look at the steps involved:

Step 1: Go to the “My Account” page of AOL and sign in to your AOL email account using your details.

Step 2: You will be asked security questions and you are expected to provide answers to them.

Step 3: Upon answering these questions, press the “Continue” button.

Step 4: From the “Service Options”, go to the link that reads “Manage My Subscriptions”, and click on “Cancel”.

Step 5: A dropdown box will be displayed asking you to select your reason for deciding to delete your AOL account. Choose your reason.

Step 6: Click the button that reads “Cancel AOL”.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully deleted your AOL account.

Frequently Asked Questions About Deleting An AOL Account

In this section, I will be dealing with some of the questions you may have about deleting your account.

1. How can I Delete My AOL Account If I Have Forgotten its Password?

if you have forgotten your password, then follow the instructions below to retrieve it so as to be able to proceed with delete your AOL account.

Step 1: Open the “My Account” page of AOL, and go to the “Sign in” section.

Step 2: Click on the option that reads “Forgot Password?”.

Step 3: You will be asked to write your “Username” or “Email Address” of AOL.

Step 4: Enter the “CAPTCHA” shown in the image, and click on “Next”.

Step 5. Write the mobile number connected to your AOL account, and click on “Send”.

Step 6: You will receive a confirmation code on your registered mobile number to confirm that you are the owner.

Step 7: You are required to provide the confirmation code of 5 digits that was sent to your phone.

Step 8: Select to receive an email on an alternate email ID connected to your AOL account, and click on “Next”.

Step 9: Upon receiving the mail, go to the link provided therein.

Step 10: Answer the security questions and also provide any information linked to your AOL account.

Step 11: Select the option that reads “Account Holder” option and enter your first and last name.

Step 12: Select the option that reads “Personal Details” option, and enter the ZIP code as well as your birth date.

Step 13: Set a new password and confirm it, then click “Next” and click on “Done”.

Now, that your password will have been reset, you can proceed to delete your AOL account using any of the methods explained above.

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2. How Can I Delete My AOL Account Permanently On An iPhone Device?

If you are an iPhone user and you want to get rid of your AOL account, just ensure that your device is unlocked, then follow the details listed below:

Step 1: Go to the “Settings” of your device.

Step 2: Click on “Mail, Contacts, Calendars”, however, if you are using iOS 10, click on “Mail”.

Step 3: Select your AOL email account.

Step 4: Scroll down and click on “Delete Account” then click on “Delete from My iPhone”.

Now, your AOL account will be removed from your iOS device.