Deleting a Linktree account takes about two minutes. The part that catches people out is what happens after you click the button: your URL goes dark immediately, your links and analytics are gone for good, and you cannot reuse the same username or email for 14 days.
This guide walks through the exact steps, shows you how to delete a single profile instead of your whole account, and covers the one thing you should do first so you do not lose the links you spent time collecting.
TL;DR
- To delete: Linktree Admin, then Account settings, then scroll to the Delete forever section (older accounts call it the Danger Zone), then Delete account.
- It is permanent. Profiles, links, click data, and your URL cannot be recovered.
- 14-day lock. You cannot reuse the same username or email for 14 days after deletion.
- Save your links first. Deletion wipes them. Copy your URLs out before you delete, or rebuild your link page somewhere free first. Shelfy imports a list of links and gives you a new shareable page in minutes, free forever.
- Not sure you want to fully delete? You can cancel your paid plan and keep a free page instead, or delete just one profile.
Before you delete: save your links
This is the step every "how to delete" video skips, and it is the one that actually matters. Once your account is gone, your links are gone with it. There is no export button waiting for you on the way out and no recovery window.
Spend two minutes saving them first:
- Open your Linktree page in the browser.
- Copy each destination URL (and the label you used for it) into a note, a spreadsheet, or straight into a new link page.
- If you used a custom domain, note where it currently points so you can repoint it later.
If you are deleting because Linktree got too expensive or too limited, the cleanest move is to rebuild your page on a free tool before you delete, then swap the link in your social bios. That way your audience never lands on a dead URL. Shelfy lets you paste in a list of links, groups them into sections, and gives you a public page with a custom domain, analytics, and no branding, free forever. Our Linktree migration guide covers the full link-swap so nothing breaks.
How to delete your Linktree account (step by step)
This is for closing your entire account. To remove just one profile, see the next section.
- Log in to Linktree and open the Admin dashboard.
- Go to Account settings (the gear or your profile menu, depending on your plan).
- Scroll to the bottom to the Delete forever section. On older accounts this is labelled the Danger Zone.
- Click Delete account.
- Read the confirmation pop-up carefully. It will warn you that this cannot be undone.
- Confirm to finish.
Your page goes offline right away. Anyone who visits your old linktr.ee/yourname URL will see that the page no longer exists.
Delete one profile, not the whole account
If you have several profiles under a single Linktree login and only want to remove one, you do not need to close the account:
- Open Account settings in the Admin.
- Under the Account management section, find the profile you want to remove.
- Click the three dots (•••) next to it to open the menu.
- Click Delete Linktree.
- Review the confirmation and click Continue.
Only that profile and its links are removed. The rest of your account stays intact.
What happens when you delete
Deletion is more final than most people expect. Here is exactly what you lose and what to plan around:
- Your URL is deactivated immediately. If that link is in your Instagram bio, TikTok, email signature, or printed material, update it before you delete or visitors will hit a dead page.
- Links and data cannot be recovered. Your link list, click counts, and analytics history are erased. There is no trash or restore.
- 14-day username and email lock. You cannot create a new account with the same username or email for 14 days. If you plan to start fresh with the same handle, this is a real wait.
- Active subscriptions. Deleting the account does not always tidy up billing on its own. If you are on a paid plan, cancel or confirm the subscription is closed so you are not charged again. See how to cancel a Linktree subscription.
Cancel instead of delete (a softer option)
If your real goal is to stop paying, you do not have to delete anything. Linktree lets you downgrade a paid plan back to the free tier and keep your page live. You lose the paid features but keep your URL, your links, and your analytics.
Cancel when:
- You want to keep the page but stop the monthly cost.
- You might come back to the same handle later (no 14-day lock if you do not delete).
- You are mid-campaign and your link is already out in the world.
Delete when:
- You are done with Linktree entirely and have saved or moved your links.
- You want your data removed, not just your billing stopped.
Where to move your links next
Most people deleting Linktree are not quitting link-in-bio pages altogether. They want the same thing for less, or with features Linktree puts behind a paywall. A few honest options:
- Shelfy if you want custom domains, analytics, no branding, and multiple collections free forever. Best for anyone leaving over price.
- Carrd if you want a fully custom one-page site and do not mind building it yourself.
- Bio Sites by Squarespace if you are already in the Squarespace ecosystem.
For the full breakdown, see the best Linktree alternatives in 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I permanently delete my Linktree account?
Log in to the Linktree Admin, open Account settings, scroll to the Delete forever section (called the Danger Zone on older accounts), and click Delete account. Confirm the pop-up. Deletion is permanent: your URL, links, and analytics cannot be recovered.
Can I recover my Linktree after deleting it?
No. Deletion is permanent. Your profiles, links, and click data are erased and cannot be restored. Save your links before you delete if you want to keep them.
Why can't I reuse my Linktree username after deleting?
Linktree locks the username and email tied to a deleted account for 14 days. If you want to start fresh with the same handle, you will need to wait out that window or use a different email.
How do I delete just one Linktree profile instead of my whole account?
In Account settings under Account management, find the profile, click the three dots (•••), choose Delete Linktree, and confirm with Continue. Only that profile is removed; your account stays open.
Does deleting my Linktree cancel my subscription?
Not reliably. If you are on a paid plan, cancel or confirm the subscription is closed separately so you are not billed again. Deleting the account and stopping billing are two different actions.
Related Reading
- The Best Linktree Alternatives (2026)
- How to Switch from Linktree: Complete Migration Guide
- How to Cancel Your Linktree Subscription
- Export Your Links from Linktree
- Why Is Linktree So Expensive?
- Is Linktree Safe?
Last updated: June 2026. Deletion steps reflect Linktree's current Admin layout (Account settings, Delete forever section) and the 14-day username/email lock as documented in Linktree's Help Center.