How to deactivate a Slack account
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to deactivate a Slack account. It explains the process of signing in, locating the desired workspace, and deactivating the account. It also includes information on resetting passwords if needed. By following these steps, users can easily deactivate their Slack accounts and ensure their information is securely removed from the platform.
Lauren M
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Slack does not have a global account system. Instead, each workspace operates independently.
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Go to <http://my.slack.com/account>
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Enter the email address associated with the workspace you want deactivate
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Click "Sign in with email"
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Slack will display a list of all the workspaces you're signed up to using that email address
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Click "Show xx more workspaces" at the bottom if the list is longer than 5
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Find the one you want to deactivate and click on it
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Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click "Deactivate your account"
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Enter your password
If you've forgotten your password
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Click "Need to create or reset your Slack password?"
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Check your email and open the "reset your password" email from Slack
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Click "Choose a new password" in the email
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Enter and confirm your new password
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Click "Change my password"
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Click on back to "Account & profile" in the left menu
If you remember your password
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Enter your password and click "Confirm password"
To deactivate your account
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Click "Yes, deactivate my account"