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How to Cancel Tumblr

Tumblr account deletion is permanent and irreversible. All your blogs, posts, and data are immediately deleted and cannot be recovered.

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Quick Facts

Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
Tumblr is free. No refunds apply.
After cancellation
All data including blogs, posts, messages, and follows are permanently and immediately deleted upon account deletion. No recovery is possible.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Tumblr cancellation page

  1. Sign in to Tumblr

    Go to tumblr.com and log in with your email and password.

  2. Navigate to Settings > Account

    Click your account icon in the top right, then select Settings and click the Account tab.

  3. Scroll down and click Delete Account

    Find the red Delete Account button at the bottom of the Account settings page.

  4. Confirm deletion with your password

    Enter your email and password to verify your identity, then click the final confirmation button.

Tips & Things to Know

  • Export your data first via Settings > Export to download an archive of your blogs and posts.
  • Deletion is instant and permanent. All blogs, posts, likes, and messages are gone immediately.
  • Tumblr has no pause option. Simply stop using it if you want to take a break instead.

Your Consumer Rights

  • Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, you can request data deletion and account closure.
  • GDPR and Privacy Act 2020 (NZ) grant the right to erasure of your personal data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tumblr free to use?
Yes, Tumblr is completely free. There are no subscription fees or charges, so no refunds apply when you delete.
Can I undo account deletion?
No. Deletion is permanent and irreversible. All content and account data are immediately removed with no recovery option.
What gets deleted with my account?
Everything: all blogs, posts, drafts, likes, follows, messages, and account information are permanently deleted.
How do I save my content before deleting?
Go to Settings > Export to download an archive of your blogs and posts before you delete your account.
Can I pause my account instead of deleting it?
No. Tumblr has no pause feature. You can only keep your account active or permanently delete it.

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