How to Delete Coursera Account: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you looking to delete your Coursera account? Whether you’ve completed all your courses and no longer need the platform, or you’re experiencing issues with your account, deleting it is a straightforward process. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to delete your Coursera account safely and securely.
Before you proceed, it’s essential to note that once your account is deleted, you will not be able to access any of your courses, certificates, or progress. Therefore, make sure to download any important documents or certificates you may need before deleting your account.
Here’s how to delete your Coursera account:
- Log in to your Coursera account: Go to the Coursera website and log in with your credentials.
- Access your account settings: Once logged in, click on your profile picture or name in the top-right corner of the page, and then select “Account” from the dropdown menu.
- Go to the account deletion page: On the Account page, scroll down to the “Manage account” section and click on “Delete account.” This will take you to the account deletion page.
- Enter your password: To confirm that you are the account owner, you will be prompted to enter your password. Enter it and click “Continue.”
- Confirm your decision: On the next page, you will see a warning about the consequences of deleting your account. If you are sure about your decision, click “Delete account” to confirm.
- Enter your email address: To ensure that the deletion process is irreversible, Coursera will send a confirmation email to the address associated with your account. Enter your email address and click “Continue.”
- Check your email and confirm deletion: Open your email and click on the confirmation link provided by Coursera. This will finalize the deletion process.
That’s it! Your Coursera account has now been successfully deleted. If you change your mind and wish to reactivate your account, you can do so by contacting Coursera support and requesting account reactivation.
Remember, it’s always a good idea to back up any important information before deleting your account. This ensures that you won’t lose access to valuable resources that you may need in the future.
