How to delete your Robinhood account
You can close your Robinhood account through the app or website by going to your Account settings, selecting Delete Account, and confirming your request. Robinhood will walk you through a few required steps before the deletion is final. The process takes a few minutes, but your account closure may take several business days to complete on the backend.
Before you delete, make sure you have sold all stocks, options, and crypto holdings and withdrawn any remaining cash. Robinhood will not let you proceed with deletion while you hold positions or have a balance. If you have any pending transfers or unsettled trades, those must clear first.
Key Takeaways
- You must sell all positions and withdraw all cash before Robinhood will let you delete your account.
- The deletion request is made in Account settings under the Delete Account option, available on both the app and website.
- Pending transfers and unsettled trades will block deletion, so wait for those to complete before you start the process.
- After you confirm deletion, your account closure takes several business days, and you will lose access to your account history.
Steps to delete your account through the app
Open the Robinhood app and tap the Account icon at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll down and look for the Account menu — this is where most account settings live. Tap on it and continue scrolling until you see the Delete Account option near the bottom of the list.
Tap Delete Account and read through the confirmation screen. Robinhood will remind you that you must have zero positions and zero cash balance. If you do, you can proceed. If you don't, the button will be grayed out and you'll see a message telling you what needs to be cleared first.
Once you tap the final confirmation, your deletion request is submitted. You'll see a message confirming that your account is scheduled for closure. From that point, Robinhood handles the rest on their end, and your account will be fully closed within several business days.
Steps to delete your account on the website
Log into your Robinhood account on the web. Click on your profile icon or account menu in the top right corner and select Account Settings. Look for the Delete Account option — it's usually near the bottom of the settings menu, sometimes under a "More" or "Advanced" section.
Click Delete Account and review the requirements one more time. Again, you must have sold all holdings and withdrawn all cash. If your account is ready, the delete button will be active. Click it and confirm your request on the next screen.
After confirmation, you'll receive a message that your account deletion is in progress. You can close the browser at that point — there's nothing else you need to do. Robinhood will send you a confirmation email once the closure is complete, typically within a few business days.
What to do before you delete
Sell all stocks, options, and cryptocurrency you own. Go to each position in your portfolio, tap or click Sell, and enter the number of shares or the full amount. Market orders will execute when ready during market hours; limit orders may take longer. Wait for all sales to settle — this usually takes one business day for stocks and may vary for crypto.
Withdraw all cash from your account. Go to your Account menu, select Transfers, and choose Withdraw. Enter the amount you want to move back to your linked bank account. Withdrawals typically take one to three business days. Do not delete your account until the money has left Robinhood — if you delete while a withdrawal is pending, it may be rejected.
Check for any pending transfers, open orders, or unsettled trades. If you have a buy order waiting to execute, cancel it. If you have a transfer in progress, wait for it to complete. These loose ends will prevent deletion and can cause confusion if you try to force the process.
What happens to your account history after deletion
Once your account is fully closed, you lose access to your transaction history, tax documents, and account statements through the Robinhood app and website. If you need records for tax purposes, read your statements and trade confirmations before you delete. Robinhood may still have your data on file for legal and tax reasons, but you won't be able to view it yourself through the platform.
If you deleted your account and later need a 1099 form or other tax document, contact Robinhood's support team. They can sometimes provide historical documents even after closure, though the process may take longer than if you had downloaded them while the account was active.
If deletion is blocked or won't go through
The most common reason deletion fails is that you still have a balance or open positions. Go back to your portfolio and check every tab — stocks, options, crypto, and cash. Sell or transfer anything that shows a balance. Even a few cents or a fractional share can block deletion.
If you have a margin balance or owe money to Robinhood, you must pay that off before deletion is possible. Check your Account settings for any outstanding balances or fees. If you see a negative number anywhere, that's money you owe, and it must be cleared first.
If you've done all of this and deletion still won't work, contact Robinhood support through the app or website. Explain that you've sold all positions, withdrawn all cash, and the delete button is still grayed out. They can see what's blocking your account and help you resolve it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reopen my account after I delete it?
You can create a new Robinhood account after deletion, but it will be treated as a fresh account. You'll need to go through the sign-up process again, link a bank account, and set up any preferences. Your old account data will not transfer over, so you'll start from scratch.
What if I have unsettled trades when I try to delete?
Unsettled trades will block deletion. Wait for all trades to settle — typically one business day for stocks — before you attempt to delete. You can check your settlement status in the Transfers or Activity section of your account.
Do I need to close my linked bank account?
No. Deleting your Robinhood account only closes the brokerage account. Your bank account remains open and unaffected. You can unlink it from Robinhood before deletion if you want, but it's not required.
Will Robinhood send me a confirmation email?
Yes. Once your account closure is complete, Robinhood sends a confirmation email to the address on file. This typically arrives within a few business days of your deletion request. Keep this email for your records.
Can I delete my account if I have a pending deposit?
No. If you have a deposit in progress, wait for it to complete or cancel it before you delete. Pending transfers will block the deletion process. Once the deposit settles or is canceled, you can proceed with closure.