How to Delete Your Pottermore Account

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Last Updated: June 2, 2021

Do you want to delete your account with Pottermore? Previously, the popular wizarding website had not made it easy to remove yourself. However, now there is no longer a need to send them letters or emails to get it deleted. Start with step one, below, to delete your Pottermore account.

Steps

1
Log in to your Pottermore account. This should take you directly to your profile. If it doesn't, click 'Profile' in the top right corner.
2
Click on 'My Details'.

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3
Scroll down. At the bottom of the page, under 'Confirm Changes', there is small text that states, 'To close your Pottermore account, click here.' Click on the highlighted blue text.
4
Enter your password and select 'Yes, close my account'.
5
Congratulations! Your account is deleted.

Community Q&A

Question

I don't like my Pottermore house. How do I change it?

Community Answer

You will have to delete your account and sign up again. If you have a particular house in mind, use a sorting hat guide.
Question

Will I be able to use the same email address to recreate my account?

Community Answer

Yes, you can use the same email and info to recreate your account.
Question

What about the new Pottermore?

Community Answer

The new Pottermore has added a simple way to delete your account, so you no longer have to get the staff to delete it via email or post.

Warnings

Pottermore does retain some personal information once you're account is deleted. This will not completely remove "you" from the site.

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