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How to delete a Pinterest account after someone dies

Last verified: August 31, 2026

The short answer: Contact Pinterest through its account-help process and explain that the account owner died. Pinterest can delete a deceased family member's account after verifying the request, commonly with an obituary or death certificate. It does not provide login or personal account information.

What should you send?

Prepare the person's profile URL or username, your contact information and relationship, and proof of death. Use only the secure route Pinterest provides after the initial request. Do not post the death certificate publicly or send it to an address found in an advertisement.

Deletion is permanent, so first preserve public boards, family photos, business records, or other material the estate is entitled to keep. Check whether the person used Facebook or Google sign-in and whether any business advertising account needs separate attention.

Add the request and outcome to the digital-account inventory.

Pinterest determines the evidence required for each request and does not transfer login access.