Deleting Your Upwork Account Permanently
## Direct Answer
To delete your Upwork account permanently, go to Settings > Account > Close my account, and follow the prompts to confirm the closure.
## Step-by-Step Guide
1. **Log in to your Upwork account**: Go to Upwork.com and sign in with your email and password.
2. **Go to Settings**: Click on your profile picture in the top right corner, then select **Settings** from the dropdown menu.
3. **Click on Account**: In the Settings menu, click on **Account**.
4. **Close your account**: Click on **Close my account** at the bottom of the page.
5. **Confirm account closure**: Follow the prompts to confirm that you want to close your account permanently.
## FAQ
### Q: What happens to my earnings when I delete my account?
A: You’ll still be able to access your earnings, but you won’t be able to work on new projects or access your account after it’s closed.
### Q: Can I reopen my account after deleting it?
A: No, once you’ve closed your account, it’s permanent and can’t be reopened.
### Q: Will my account information be deleted?
A: Upwork will retain some information for legal and security purposes, but your account will be closed and you won’t be able to access it.
### Q: How long does it take to delete my account?
A: The account closure process is immediate, but it may take some time for all account information to be removed from Upwork’s systems.
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