Strava account deletion is permanent and removes all your data within 30 days

When you delete your Strava account, the platform removes your profile, all your activity history, photos, and personal information from their servers. The deletion is not reversible—you cannot recover your account or your data after this point. Strava gives you 30 days from the deletion request to change your mind; after that, everything is gone.

If you want to keep your data but stop using Strava temporarily, deactivation is a different option that pauses your account without erasing anything. But if you want a complete removal, deletion is the path forward.

Key Takeaways

  • Strava account deletion is permanent after 30 days and cannot be undone, so read your data first if you want to keep any record of your activities.
  • You can request deletion directly from your account settings under "Account" and then "Delete Account," or contact Strava support if you cannot access your account.
  • Strava gives you a 30-day window to cancel the deletion request if you change your mind before the account is fully removed.
  • Deactivation is a reversible alternative that hides your profile and activities without deleting them, useful if you want to take a break instead.

How to delete your account through settings

Log into your Strava account on a web browser (the mobile app does not have a deletion option). Go to your profile menu in the top right corner and select "Settings." From there, click on "Account" in the left sidebar.

Scroll down to the bottom of the Account page. You will see a red button labeled "Delete Account." Click it. Strava will ask you to confirm your email address and explain why you are leaving. You do not have to fill in the reason, but Strava uses the feedback to understand why people leave. After you confirm, Strava sends a verification email to the address on file. Click the link in that email to finalize the deletion request.

Once you click the verification link, your account enters a 30-day grace period. During this time, your profile is hidden from other users and your activities are no longer visible, but the data still exists on Strava's servers. You can still log in and cancel the deletion if you change your mind.

What happens to your data during the 30-day window

After you request deletion, your profile disappears from search results and other users cannot see your activities, segments, or followers. However, you retain the ability to log back in and reverse the deletion by clicking a link in your email or by going to your account settings and selecting "Cancel Deletion Request."

Any comments you left on other users' activities will remain visible with your username attached, but your profile will not be clickable. Strava does not remove historical comments during the grace period. If you want those removed as well, contact Strava support before you request deletion and ask them to handle comment removal separately.

read your activity data before deletion

Strava allows you to read a copy of your data before you delete your account. Go to Settings, click "Account," and look for "read Your Data." This generates a file containing your activities, segments, and some profile information in a format you can open and store locally.

The read can take several hours to prepare, depending on how much data you have. Strava will email you a link when the file is ready. read it and save it to your computer before you request account deletion, because once the 30-day period ends, you cannot retrieve this information.

If you cannot access your account

If you have forgotten your password or lost access to your email, you cannot complete deletion through settings. Instead, contact Strava support directly through their help center at support.strava.com. Select "Account and Profile" and then "Delete My Account" from the topic menu.

Strava support will ask you to verify your identity by providing information associated with your account, such as your registered email, the email you use to log in, or details about your activities. This process can take several business days. Be clear in your message that you want permanent deletion, not deactivation.

Deactivation as an alternative to deletion

If you are unsure about permanent deletion, deactivation is reversible. When you deactivate your account, your profile and activities become hidden from other users, but all your data remains on Strava's servers. You can reactivate your account at any time by logging back in.

To deactivate instead of delete, go to Settings, click "Account," and look for "Deactivate Account." This option is separate from the deletion button. Deactivation takes effect when ready, and you can restore your account by straightforward logging in again with your credentials.

What to know about third-party apps connected to Strava

If you have connected other fitness apps or devices to your Strava account—such as Garmin, Apple Health, or Fitbit—those connections will be severed when you delete your account. The data in those other apps will not be affected, but Strava will no longer sync with them.

Before you delete, review your connected apps in Settings under "Connected Apps" and disconnect any you want to keep using separately. This prevents confusion if you later sign up for Strava again with a different account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel my deletion request after I click the verification link?

Yes, for 30 days after you verify the deletion request. Check your email for a cancellation link, or log into your account and go to Settings > Account to find the option to cancel. After 30 days, the account is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.

Will my activities show up in search results after I delete my account?

No. Once deletion is requested, your profile and all activities are hidden when ready. Other users cannot find you or see your workout history. Comments you made on other activities will remain but will not link to a profile.

What if I want to delete my account but keep my data?

read your data before you request deletion. Go to Settings > Account > read Your Data. The file will be emailed to you within hours. Save it to your computer, then proceed with deletion. After the 30-day window closes, this read is your only copy.

Do I lose my Strava segments and personal records if I delete?

Yes. Your segment records, kudos, and all activity history are permanently removed after the 30-day grace period. If you want to preserve this information, read your data first or take screenshots of your profile before deletion.

Can I delete my account on the Strava mobile app?

No. The mobile app does not have a deletion option. You must use a web browser, log into strava.com, and go to Settings > Account > Delete Account. This is the only way to request permanent deletion.