How to Permanently Delete a Cash App Account

Removing the Cash App mobile app from your phone or another device won’t actually delete your Cash App account; it will still exist until you shut down your entire account from Cash App itself. Before you do this, however, you need to be sure you’ve transferred all funds out of your account. In short, the steps are: The sections below provide step-by-step instructions for each of these actions.

First, Transfer Cash App Funds

To empty funds out of your Cash App account, you’ll need to open the app and log into your account.

Second, Close and Delete Your Cash App Account

Once you’ve emptied your Cash App account, you’re ready to finally delete it. The option to delete the account is buried inside a few layers of menus. Follow the steps below to find it and initiate your Cash App account deletion.

Third, Remove the App From Your Phone

The last step remaining is to remove the Cash App mobile app from your phone. On iPhone, you can delete the app from your phone or via the Apple App Store. On iPhone 12, just tap and hold the app and then tap Remove App. On Android, there are various options to uninstall the app as well. The easiest way is to tap and hold the app, then tap Uninstall. At this point, you’ve emptied your Cash App balance, closed your account, and deleted the app from your phone. If you ever decide to use Cash App again, you’ll need to sign up for a new Cash App account and reinstall the app.