Badoo is a popular dating app that allows users to meet new people and chat, flirt or date online. However, you may wish to delete your Badoo account if you no longer want to use the services or are looking to take a break from online dating.
Fortunately, canceling and deleting your Badoo account is a straightforward process that can be done directly through the app or website. Here is a step-by-step guide:
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Before You Delete Your Badoo Account
Before deleting your Badoo profile, consider:
- Downloading your data: You can request to download all of your Badoo data including messages, photos, profile info, etc. This allows you to have a backup if you later change your mind.
- Hiding your profile instead: Rather than fully deleting your account, you have the option to simply hide your Badoo profile so it is no longer visible to other users. Your data remains in Badoo’s system in case you want to reactivate it later.
How To Permanently Delete Your Badoo Account
If you are sure you want to permanently delete your Badoo account, follow these steps:
On the Badoo App
- Open the Badoo app on your device
- Tap on your profile icon in the top left corner
- Scroll down and tap “Delete Account”
- Tap “Delete My Account” to confirm
You will then be logged out of your Badoo account which is now scheduled for deletion.
On the Badoo Website
- Go to Badoo.com and log into your account
- Click on your profile picture and select “Settings”
- Under the “Account” section, click “Delete Account”
- Check the box to confirm account deletion and click “Delete”
After clicking delete, your account will be permanently deactivated. All profile data, photos, and messages will be removed from Badoo’s servers within 30 days.
How To Temporarily Deactivate Your Badoo Account
If you think you may want to reactivate your Badoo profile later, you can temporarily deactivate it instead of fully deleting:
On the Badoo App
- Tap your profile picture > Settings
- Scroll down and tap “Hide Profile”
- Confirm you want to hide your profile
Your Badoo account is now hidden from other users. To reactivate it:
- Tap your profile picture > Settings
- Toggle “Hide Profile” off
On the Badoo Website
- Click your profile picture > Settings
- Under “Privacy”, toggle “Hide Profile” on
- To reactivate, simply toggle this off
Your profile will remain dormant but intact until you choose to display it publicly again.
Why Was I Unable To Delete My Badoo Account?
Sometimes the option to delete your Badoo account may be unavailable. There are a couple reasons this can happen:
- Account under review: If Badoo has flagged your account for violating policies, the delete option is typically disabled temporarily.
- Active subscription: You cannot delete your account if you currently have an active paid subscription like Badoo Premium or Badoo Credits. You must first cancel these subscriptions and wait for them to expire.
If the delete option is not appearing for any other reason, contact Badoo customer support for assistance removing your account.
I Changed My Mind – Can I Recover My Closed Badoo Account?
If you regret deleting your Badoo account, recovery may be possible by contacting customer service within 30 days of closure.
Provide your former username or email address used on Badoo and verify your identity. Badoo can search closed accounts scheduled for deletion and may be able to fully reinstate your profile along with all of your previous data.
However, if it has been over 30 days your account has likely been permanently wiped from their systems. Once all personal data is deleted from Badoo’s servers, accounts cannot be recovered.
Should I Delete or Deactivate My Badoo Account?
Deleting your Badoo completely removes your profile and data from their systems, but it is permanent. A deactivated account keeps your information intact if you want to rejoin later.
Here are some factors to help decide:
- How often do you think you’ll reuse it? If you may rejoin Badoo again within a few months, deactivating instead allows you to avoid rebuilding your profile from scratch. But if you are certain you’re done for good, delete your account.
- Do you want a fresh start? Deleting your account wipes the slate totally clean. This gives you the chance to create a brand new account and matching experience if you return to Badoo down the road.
- Are you concerned about data privacy? Permanently deleting closes the book on Badoo having any personal data or tracking information related to your account. If privacy is a top concern, account deletion is more secure.
Overall the choice depends on your reasons for leaving Badoo and intentions to potentially use their services again later on. Evaluate your situation to decide if deactivation or deletion is the right option.
In Summary
- You can easily cancel your Badoo account through the app or Badoo website.
- Consider downloading your data or hiding your profile before permanent deletion.
- Deleted accounts cannot be recovered after 30 days but deactivation keeps your profile intact.
- Weigh factors like potential re-use, wanting a fresh start, and data privacy to decide if you should delete or deactivate.
