League of Legends Control: how to properly get rid of your account

This guide details how to deactivate your Riot Games account, effective as of 2025. Please note that this action permanently affects all Riot Games titles.

Table of Contents

• Instructions
• What Happens After You Delete Your Account?
• Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?
• Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?

Instructions

Step 1: Log in to your Riot Games account on the official website. Hover over "My Account" (located on the left-hand side) and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.

Step 2: In your account settings, locate the "Support" button at the top of the screen and click it.

Step 3: On the support page, scroll down to the "Support Tools" section and click the "Account Deletion" button.

Step 4: A confirmation page will appear. Click "Confirm start deletion progress" to initiate the 30-day deactivation period. You can cancel this process at any time during these 30 days.

Deleting your account is a four-step process. Remember, this affects all Riot Games. Your account will be deactivated for 30 days. Before proceeding, remove any linked payment information.

What Happens After You Delete Your Account?

After initiating deletion, Riot Games requires 30 days to permanently remove your account. During this time, your account is inactive. After 30 days, your account, username, in-game items, and personal data are permanently deleted. Your username will become available for other players. You have until day 25 to contact support and request cancellation.

Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?

No. Account restoration is impossible after the 30-day period. If your account was compromised and deleted by hackers, contact Riot Games support; however, recovery isn't guaranteed, especially after complete deletion.

Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?

Reasons for account deletion vary. Some players lose interest, while others seek to address gaming addiction. Deleting the account can feel like a necessary step to regain control of their time and finances. However, the desire to return to the game may resurface later.

For those struggling with gaming addiction, account deletion can be a crucial step towards recovery. Excessive gaming can negatively impact all aspects of life, leading to job loss, academic failure, and social isolation. In these cases, deleting the account may be a necessary part of a broader recovery plan. For many, it’s a responsible step to focus on other priorities.