Delete Your Cooksy Account
We're sorry to see you go! This page explains how to permanently delete your Cooksy account and what data will be removed.
⚠️ Warning:
Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. All your data will be permanently deleted.
How to Delete Your Account
Method 1: Delete from within the Cooksy app
→Open the Cooksy app
→Go to Profile → Settings
→Tap Privacy & Security
→Scroll down and tap Delete Account
→Confirm by entering your password
→Tap Delete My Account Permanently
Method 2: Request deletion via email
→Send an email to support@techsorbit.com
→Use the subject line: "Account Deletion Request"
→Include your account email address in the message
→We will process your request within 7 business days
What Data Will Be Deleted
| Data Type | Action | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Information | Deleted immediately | None (30 days backup retention) |
| Profile (name, bio, photo) | Deleted immediately | None (30 days backup retention) |
| Your Recipes | Deleted immediately | None (30 days backup retention) |
| Saved Recipes | Deleted immediately | None |
| Recipe Books & Collections | Deleted immediately | None |
| Shopping Lists | Deleted immediately | None |
| Comments & Interactions | Deleted immediately | None (30 days backup retention) |
| Messages | Deleted immediately | None (30 days backup retention) |
| Authentication Data | Deleted immediately | None |
| Analytics & Usage Data | Anonymized | Kept for analytics (de-identified) |
| Transaction Records | Kept for legal compliance | 7 years (tax/legal requirements) |
| Moderation Logs | Kept for safety | 90 days (for abuse prevention) |
What Happens After Deletion
- You will be immediately logged out of all devices
- Your profile and recipes will no longer be visible to other users
- You will stop receiving all notifications and emails from Cooksy
- Your username will become available for others to use after 30 days
- Backup copies are retained for 30 days, then permanently deleted
- Transaction records are retained for 7 years as required by law
Before You Delete
Consider these alternatives:
- Export your data: Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Export My Data to download your recipes and data
- Deactivate temporarily: You can log out and uninstall the app without deleting your account
- Adjust privacy settings: Make your profile private instead of deleting
Need Help?
If you have questions or concerns about account deletion, please contact us:
Email: support@techsorbit.com