How to remove your Windows Live account

How to remove your Windows Live account

Note: a Windows Live account is now just called a Microsoft account. The account removal link remains the same, however. For the updated instructions, see: Microsoft

This link is different from the Live/Hotmail removal link, so check what you’re doing. By using this link, your complete account will be removed. If you wish to only terminate the e-mail account, look for Hotmail / Live on this site.

Direct removal link: https://account.live.com/CloseAccount.aspx

Cannot delete the account, or worried the data lingers? See what to do when a site won’t let you delete.