How to Properly Delete Your League of Legends Account

In this article, we'll guide you through the process of deactivating a League of Legends (LoL) account as of 2025. Keep in mind that this action will affect all games developed by Riot Games.

Table of Contents

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

Instructions

✅ First Step. Begin by navigating to the official Riot Games website and logging into your account. Look for the "My account" button on the left side of the page. Hovering over it will reveal a dropdown menu; from there, select "Settings."

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✅ Second Step. Once in your account settings, locate and click the "Support" button at the top of the screen to access 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 directed to a page with a "Confirm start deletion progress" button. Click this if you're sure you want to proceed with deleting your account across all Riot Games titles. Remember, the account will enter a 30-day deactivation period, during which you can still cancel the deletion.

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By following these four straightforward steps, you can initiate the account deletion process. Be aware that this will impact all Riot Games titles, and your account will remain in a deactivated state for 30 days. As a precaution, ensure you remove any linked bank card information before proceeding.

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 time, the account remains inactive. Once the 30 days pass, your account, including your username, skins, and personal data, will be irreversibly deleted, allowing another player to claim your former username. You can reach out to support within 25 days to cancel the deletion process.

Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?

No. Once the 30-day period has elapsed, restoring your account becomes impossible. If your account was compromised and deleted by hackers, you might contact Riot Games support for help, but as experience shows, they can't always assist, especially if the account has been fully deleted.

Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?

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Reasons for account deletion vary widely, from waning interest in the game to addressing gaming addiction. For some, deleting the game and account is a clear step toward recovery. However, the urge to return to the game can resurface soon after.

A common and compelling reason for deletion is to aid those struggling with gaming addiction. Some players spend excessively on skins, play compulsively, and face severe life disruptions, including job loss, academic failure, and social isolation. This issue spans all age groups.

Excessive gaming can negatively affect both young and older players. While deleting the game might offer a temporary respite, for those deeply affected, a complete account deletion may be the only way to break free from addiction and regain control over their lives. For many, this decisive action allows them to focus on more important aspects like education and career without the distraction of games like LoL.