Deleting an Epic Games account can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Whether you’re moving to a new account or simply want to get rid of your existing one, the process is straightforward. Plus, Epic Games offers a 14-day grace period to recover a deleted account.
If you’re looking for PC games that are not available on the Epic Games Store or want to start fresh with a new account, it’s essential to know how to delete your Epic Games account. Follow the steps below to permanently remove your account.
How to delete an Epic Games account on PC
Deleting your Epic Games account on a PC is a straightforward process that can be done through your browser. Keep in mind that all account data, including purchases, game progress, and Unreal projects, will be permanently deleted.
Step 1: Log into your Epic Games account and access Account Settings in your browser.
Step 2: Scroll down to the Delete Account section and click on the red Request Account Delete button.
Step 3: Confirm the account deletion by entering the six-digit security code sent to your email.
Step 4: Select the reason for deleting your account and proceed to confirm the deletion.
Step 5: Decide whether to log out or stay logged in after the account is deactivated.
After deleting your account, you have 14 days to recover it by logging back in. Beyond this period, recovery will not be possible.
