MyFitnessPal deletion removes your account and data, but the process differs depending on whether you use the app, the website, or a linked account
MyFitnessPal does not have a self-service delete button in the app or on the website. Instead, you submit a deletion request through their support form, and the company processes it within 30 days. Your account data—food logs, weight history, custom recipes, friends list—gets removed from their servers. If you linked MyFitnessPal to other services like Apple Health, Fitbit, or Strava, those connections break, but the data in those other apps stays intact.
The deletion is permanent. You cannot recover your account or your data after the request is processed. If you only want to stop using the app without losing your data, you can straightforward delete the app from your phone or log out on the website—your account remains active and you can return later.
Key Takeaways
- MyFitnessPal requires you to submit a deletion request through their support form; there is no delete button in the app or website settings.
- The company processes deletion requests within 30 days, and the process is permanent—you cannot recover your account or data afterward.
- If you linked MyFitnessPal to other apps like Fitbit or Apple Health, those connections will break, but data in those other apps remains.
- Deleting the app from your phone does not delete your account; you must submit a formal deletion request to remove it completely.
How to submit a deletion request on the website
Go to the MyFitnessPal support page at support.myfitnesspal.com. Look for the contact or help section and search for "delete account" or "account deletion." You will find a form or link that says something like "Request Account Deletion" or "Delete My Account." Click it.
Fill in the form with your email address, password, and the reason you want to delete your account (this is optional, but MyFitnessPal sometimes uses it to understand why users leave). Submit the form. You will receive a confirmation email at the address associated with your account. Check your inbox and spam folder—if you do not see it within a few minutes, try submitting the request again or contact MyFitnessPal support directly.
Once you submit the request, your account enters a pending deletion state. MyFitnessPal processes these requests within 30 days. You will not receive a second confirmation email when the deletion is complete, so mark the date on a calendar if you need to track it.
What happens if you use the mobile app only
If you primarily use the MyFitnessPal app on your phone and have never visited the website, you still cannot delete your account from the app itself. You must go to the website or contact support directly. Open a web browser, go to myfitnesspal.com, log in with your credentials, and then navigate to the support page to submit the deletion request.
Alternatively, you can email MyFitnessPal support directly. Find the contact email on their support page (it is usually support@myfitnesspal.com or similar). Write an email stating that you want to delete your account, include your email address and username, and send it. Response times vary, but support typically replies within a few business days.
Disconnecting linked accounts before deletion
If you connected MyFitnessPal to Fitbit, Apple Health, Strava, Google Fit, or another service, those connections will break when your account is deleted. However, the data in those other apps will not be deleted—only the link between them and MyFitnessPal disappears.
Before you delete your MyFitnessPal account, you may want to disconnect these services manually. Log into MyFitnessPal, go to Settings, find Connected Apps or Integrations, and remove each one. This step is not required for deletion to work, but it gives you control over when the disconnection happens rather than having it happen automatically during the deletion process.
The difference between deactivation and deletion
MyFitnessPal does not offer a formal deactivation option separate from deletion. Once you submit a deletion request, the account is gone after 30 days. There is no "pause" or "suspend" state.
If you want to stop using MyFitnessPal but keep your account and data, straightforward delete the app from your phone and log out on the website. Your account will remain active in MyFitnessPal's system. You can log back in anytime without losing your food logs, weight history, or other data. This is the closest thing to deactivation that MyFitnessPal offers.
What data gets deleted and what does not
When your MyFitnessPal account is deleted, the company removes your profile, username, email address, password, food logs, weight entries, custom recipes, exercise history, goals, and friends list from their servers. Your account will no longer appear in search results, and anyone who had you as a friend will no longer see you in their friend list.
Data stored in other apps—Apple Health, Fitbit, Strava, Google Fit—is not affected. If you synced your weight or exercise data to those services, that information stays there. Only the MyFitnessPal copy and the connection between the apps are removed.
What to do if you change your mind
If you submitted a deletion request but change your mind before the 30-day processing period ends, contact MyFitnessPal support when ready. Explain that you want to cancel the deletion request. Response times vary, but if you reach them quickly enough, they may be able to stop the deletion before it completes. After the 30 days have passed, your account is gone and cannot be recovered.
If you want to use MyFitnessPal again after deletion, you will need to create a new account with a new email address or username. Your old data will not be available, and you will start fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does deleting the MyFitnessPal app delete my account?
No. Deleting the app from your phone only removes the software from your device. Your account remains active on MyFitnessPal's servers. To permanently delete your account, you must submit a deletion request through their support form.
How long does it take for MyFitnessPal to delete my account?
MyFitnessPal processes deletion requests within 30 days. You will not receive a confirmation email when the deletion is complete. If you need to verify that your account was deleted, you can try logging in after 30 days—if the login fails, the deletion is done.
Can I recover my data after deleting my MyFitnessPal account?
No. Deletion is permanent, and MyFitnessPal does not restore deleted accounts or data. If you think you might want your data later, export or screenshot your food logs and weight history before submitting the deletion request.
What if I forgot my password and cannot log in to delete my account?
Go to the MyFitnessPal login page and click "Forgot Password." Follow the reset link sent to your email. Once you reset your password, log in and submit the deletion request. If you no longer have access to the email address associated with your account, contact MyFitnessPal support directly and explain the situation.
Will deleting my MyFitnessPal account delete my Fitbit or Apple Health data?
No. Deleting your MyFitnessPal account only removes the connection between the apps and deletes your data from MyFitnessPal's servers. Your Fitbit account, Apple Health data, and any other linked services remain unchanged and keep all their data.