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| Learn how to contact PalmPay support, clear your balance, and request permanent account closure or temporary deactivation. |
Closing, Deleting, or Deactivating Your PalmPay Account
PalmPay has no in-app "delete account" button. Whether you want to temporarily deactivate your account or permanently close/delete it, the process starts the same way: contact PalmPay customer care at +234 201 888 6888 or support@palmpay.com, with your balance withdrawn to zero and no pending loans.
Deactivate vs. Delete: Which Do You Actually Want?
These are not the same thing, and picking the right one saves you from losing access you might want back:
| Deactivate | Delete/Close | |
|---|---|---|
| Reversible? | Yes, by contacting support | No — permanent |
| Your data | Retained, account dormant | Some data retained for legal/audit compliance, per PalmPay's privacy policy |
| Best for | Taking a break, traveling, switching devices temporarily | Leaving PalmPay for good, security concerns, starting fresh |
| Can you reuse your number later? | Yes, on reactivation | No — you must register a new account with a different number |
Before You Start: Required Preparation
Regardless of which option you choose, PalmPay requires:
- - Account balance at ₦0 — withdraw all funds to your bank account first
- - No pending loans — Flexi Cash or other balances must be fully repaid; accounts with outstanding debt cannot be closed
- - POS agents: all settlements cleared before closure
- - Save any transaction receipts you may need later, since access ends once the account is closed
How to Close or Delete Your PalmPay Account
Option 1 — Call Customer Care
Dial +234 201 888 6888, tell the agent you want to permanently close/delete your account, and provide your registered phone number and reason for closing.
Option 2 — Email
Send a request to support@palmpay.com with the subject "Account Closure Request – [Your Phone Number]," including your full name, registered number, and reason.
Option 3 — Visit an Office
Bring a valid ID to PalmPay's Ikeja office (20 Opebi Road) or another confirmed location, and fill out a closure request form in person.
What Happens Next
PalmPay's team will typically ask you to verify your identity (a government ID, sometimes a selfie holding it) before proceeding, to prevent fraudulent account closures. Once verified, they'll either permanently disable the account or temporarily deactivate it, depending on what you requested. Get a confirmation email or message as proof.
How to Deactivate (Temporary) Instead
If you just want a break rather than permanent closure, tell customer care you want to deactivate rather than delete. Your account goes dormant — no transactions possible — until you contact support again to reactivate it.
Will Your Data Be Fully Erased?
Not entirely. PalmPay retains some data after account closure for regulatory and audit compliance, per its privacy policy, even though the account itself becomes inaccessible for transactions. Check PalmPay's official privacy policy for the specifics of what's retained and for how long.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- - Trying to close an account with an outstanding loan. Clear any Flexi Cash balance first — PalmPay won't close an account with unpaid debt.
- - Choosing permanent deletion when you actually just want a break. Deletion can't be undone, and you can't reuse your old number on a new account.
- - Assuming closure happens instantly. Verification typically takes a few days — don't uninstall the app or discard your records until you've received confirmation.
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There's no shortcut in the app — closing, deleting, or deactivating a PalmPay account always goes through customer support. Pick deactivation if there's any chance you'll want the account back; choose deletion only when you're certain, since it's not reversible.
FAQ
Can I delete my PalmPay account directly from the app?
No — there's no in-app delete option. You must contact customer care by phone, email, or in person.
What's the difference between deactivating and deleting my account?
Deactivation is temporary and reversible; deletion is permanent, and you can't reuse the same phone number afterward.
Can I close my PalmPay account if I still have a loan balance?
No — outstanding Flexi Cash or other loans must be fully repaid first.
Will PalmPay keep any of my data after I delete my account?
Some data is retained for legal and audit compliance per PalmPay's privacy policy, even though the account itself becomes inaccessible.
- PalmPay official privacy policy — for what data is retained after closure
- Central Bank of Nigeria — for verifying PalmPay's licensing status
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