How to Delete a Pokemon Account
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To delete a Pokemon account, you can request data deletion from your Pokemon Trainer Club account profile page, or initiate a deletion request through the Pokemon Go app or a request form, and then confirm the deletion via an email link. The process may take several weeks to complete and is irreversible, so it’s essential to be sure before proceeding with the account deletion.
Understanding the Deletion Process
The deletion process for a Pokemon account involves several steps, including requesting deletion, confirming the request, and waiting for the process to be completed. It’s crucial to note that deleting a Pokemon account will result in the loss of all associated game data, including progress, Pokemon, and other information.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How Do I Delete My Pokemon Go Account and Start Over?
You can request deletion of your game account to completely and permanently remove all of its game data, and then create a new account to start over.
2. Can I Delete My Child’s Pokemon Account?
Yes, you can delete your child’s Pokemon account by visiting the Niantic Kids Parent Portal, selecting your child’s account, and clicking the “Delete child’s profile” link.
3. How Do I Delete a Linked Account on Pokemon Go?
To disconnect a login provider from your account, deselect the “Linked” checkbox next to the login provider you would like to disconnect.
4. How Do I Delete My Pokemon Go Google Account?
You can delete your Pokemon Go Google account by opening the Pokemon Go app, clicking on the Pokeball, selecting “Settings”, and then “Get Help”, and typing “Delete My Account”.
5. Does Deleting Pokémon Go Delete Your Account?
Yes, deleting the Pokemon Go app will not delete your account, but requesting account deletion through the app or a request form will result in the permanent removal of your account and all associated data.
6. Can You Delete a Linked Nintendo Account?
No, once a Nintendo Account is linked to a user account, this link cannot be undone, and the associated user account must also be deleted to unlink the Nintendo Account.
7. How Do I Delete a Linked Account?
You can close your account by clicking the “Me” icon, selecting “Settings & Privacy”, and then “Close account”, and checking the reason for closing your account.
8. How Do You Start Over in Pokémon GO?
Pokemon GO does not have an option to reset the game, so if you want to start all over again, you need to create a new account and start from the beginning.
9. How Do I Delete a Supervised Child Account on Nintendo?
You can delete a supervised child account on Nintendo by logging into your existing parent/guardian Nintendo Account, selecting “Parental Controls”, and then selecting the Nintendo Account you want to release from your account.
10. Can I Delete Pokemon from Pokémon HOME?
Yes, you can release a Pokemon from Pokemon HOME by pressing ZR or ZL to change selection modes, selecting the Pokemon, and then scrolling down to “Release”.
11. Can a 10-Year-Old Play Pokémon GO?
Yes, a 10-year-old can play Pokemon GO if a parent sets up an account for them, but the app has a 13-year age requirement for creating an account.
12. Is It Illegal to Have Two Pokémon GO Accounts?
Having multiple Pokemon GO accounts is against the terms of service, but it is not necessarily illegal, although it may result in penalties or bans from Niantic.
13. Is It Illegal to Sell Pokémon GO Accounts?
Trading or selling Pokemon GO accounts is not illegal, but it is against the terms of service, and Niantic may take action against accounts that are bought or sold.
14. Can I Have 2 Pokémon GO Accounts?
You can have multiple Pokemon GO accounts, but it is against the terms of service, and Niantic may detect and penalize accounts that are used in this way.
15. How Long Does It Take to Delete a LinkedIn Account?
If you close your LinkedIn account, your information will be removed from LinkedIn’s production system within 24 hours, and deleted account information will be de-identified within 30 days of account closure.