how to delete gmail account

To delete a Gmail account permanently, follow these steps:

Steps to Delete Gmail Account

1. Go to your Google Account settings by visiting https://myaccount.google.com/ and sign in.
2. Click on the Data & privacy tab.
3. Scroll down to the section labeled Data from apps and services that you use.
4. Find and select Delete a Google service.
5. Enter your Google account password to verify your identity.
6. Locate Gmail in the list of services and click the trash can icon next to it.
7. Enter an alternate email address (cannot be a Gmail address) to continue using other Google services.
8. Click Send verification email.
9. Go to the alternate email inbox, open the verification email from Google, and click the link to confirm deletion.
10. After confirmation, your Gmail account will be permanently deleted. You will no longer be able to send or receive emails with that address.

Important Notes

• Download or back up your data before deleting, as all emails and settings will be lost.
• Deleting Gmail will not delete your entire Google Account, but only the Gmail service.
• You can still use other Google services after deletion with your alternate email.
• You might have a short period to recover your Gmail address if you change your mind.
• The deletion process can be done on a computer, through the Gmail app on iPhone, or from Android device settings with a similar workflow.

This process removes your Gmail data and disables the email address permanently, but your Google Account remains active for other services if you provide an alternate email.