How to delete a Cash App account
Deleting your Cash App account is a multi-step process that requires withdrawing funds, selling assets, and confirming closure via the mobile app, followed by a 14-day pending period.
The context
Cash App account closures are trending as users seek to switch platforms, resolve security concerns, or consolidate finances. The process is often misunderstood, with many mistakenly thinking uninstalling the app deletes the account. Cash App enforces strict rules: accounts cannot be recovered after the 14-day termination pending period, and $cashtags are permanently retired.
Key facts verified in 2026: You must first withdraw your balance (Cash Out – standard free 1-3 days, instant ~1.5% fee) and sell any Bitcoin or stocks in the Investing tab, then transfer proceeds to your bank. The actual deletion is done only on the mobile app: go to profile → Support → “Close Your Cash App Account” → confirm with password/PIN and 2FA.
After confirmation, a 14-day “Termination Pending” period begins, after which the account is permanently deleted. The account cannot be reopened, and the $cashtag is retired forever. You cannot delete the account via a computer; you must use the mobile app. Download your statements before closing. Also note: deleting the app does not cancel the account; if you subscribed via Apple/Google/Roku/carrier, you must cancel there separately. This guide covers all user questions about closing Cash App accounts.