How to Properly Delete Your League of Legends Account

In this article, we'll explore the process of deactivating a League of Legends (LoL) account as of 2025. It's important to note that this action will impact all games developed by Riot Games.

Table of Content ---

• Instructions
• What Happens After You Delete Your Account?
• Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?
• Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?

Instructions

✅ First Step. Start by visiting the official Riot Games website and logging into your account. On the left side of the page, you'll find a "My Account" button. Hover over it to reveal a pop-up menu with various options. Click on "Settings."

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✅ Second Step. Once in your account settings, locate the "Support" button at the top of the screen and click it to navigate to the necessary page.

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✅ Third Step. On the support page, scroll down to find the "Support Tools" section. Click on the "Account Deletion" button within this section.

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✅ Fourth Step. You'll be taken to a page with a "Confirm start deletion process" button. If you're sure about deleting your account, click this button. Remember, the account deletion process takes 30 days, during which your account will be deactivated, and you can still cancel the deletion.

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With these four straightforward steps, you can initiate the account deletion process. Remember, this action will impact all Riot Games titles. Your account will remain deactivated for 30 days, giving you a window to reconsider. Before proceeding, ensure you remove any linked bank card information as a precaution.

What Happens After You Delete Your Account?

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After initiating account deletion, Riot Games requires 30 days to permanently remove it. During this period, your account will be inactive. Once the 30 days are up, your account, including your username, skins, and other personal data, will be irreversibly deleted, freeing up your username for use by another player. If you change your mind, you can contact support within 25 days to request cancellation of the deletion.

Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?

No, once the 30-day period has elapsed, account restoration is not possible. If your account was hacked and deleted, you might reach out to Riot Games support for help in recovering access. However, success is not guaranteed, and fully deleted accounts are nearly impossible to recover.

Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?

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Players choose to delete their accounts for various reasons, from waning interest in the game to combating gaming addiction. For some, deleting the game and account seems like the only way to stop playing. However, many find themselves wanting to return soon after.

A significant and compelling reason for account deletion is to aid those struggling with gaming addiction. Such players might spend excessively on skins, play compulsively, and struggle to stop, mirroring the behavior of addiction. This can lead to job loss, educational setbacks, and social isolation across all age groups.

Excessive gaming can negatively affect both young and older players. While deleting the game might offer a temporary solution, for some, the only path to recovery from gaming addiction and reclaiming control over their life is through complete account deletion. This step can be crucial for redirecting focus towards studies or work, free from the distractions of games like LoL.