In this article, we'll explore the process of deactivating a League of Legends (LoL) account as of 2025. It's important to understand that deactivating your account will impact all games developed by Riot Games.

Table of Content ---

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

Instructions

✅ First Step. Begin by visiting the official Riot Games website and logging into your account. Navigate to the "My Account" button located on the left side of the page. Hovering over this button will reveal a dropdown menu. From this menu, select "Settings."

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✅ Second Step. Once in your account settings, locate and click the "Support" button at the top of the screen to access the necessary page.

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✅ Third Step. On the support page, scroll down to the "Support Tools" section. Here, you'll find an "Account Deletion" button. Click on it to proceed.

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✅ Fourth Step. You'll be directed to a page with a "Confirm start deletion process" button. Click this button to initiate the deletion process, understanding that your account will enter a deactivated state for 30 days. During this period, you can still cancel the deletion if you change your mind.

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By following these four straightforward steps, you can deactivate your account. Remember, this action will affect all Riot Games titles, and your account will remain in a deactivated state for 30 days. As a precaution, ensure you remove any linked bank card information before proceeding.

What Happens After You Delete Your Account?

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Upon completing the account deletion process, Riot Games will take 30 days to permanently remove it. During this time, your account will be inactive. After 30 days, your account, including your username, skins, and personal data, will be irreversibly deleted, allowing another player to potentially use your former username. If you change your mind, you can contact support within 25 days to request that your account not be deleted.

Can You Restore Your Account After Deletion?

No, after the 30-day period, restoring your account becomes impossible. If your account was hacked and deleted by the hackers, you can reach out to Riot Games support for assistance. However, success in these cases is not guaranteed, especially if the account has been fully deleted.

Why Do People Delete Their Accounts?

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Reasons for deleting accounts vary widely, from losing interest in the game to addressing gaming addiction. For some, deleting the game and account is a necessary step to break free from excessive gaming, which can lead to negative consequences such as job loss, dropping out of school, and social isolation. This issue can affect players of all ages.

Excessive gaming, including playing League of Legends, can have detrimental effects on both young and older players. While deleting the game might offer a temporary solution, for those struggling with gaming addiction, completely deleting the account may be the only way to regain control over their life. This decision can be a significant step towards focusing on more important aspects like education or work, free from the distractions of games like LoL.