Closing your AWS account may not be as simple as clicking a link. It requires careful steps to ensure all services are stopped, data is backed up, and you avoid future charges. Whether you want to close your account because you no longer need AWS services or want to switch providers, this guide walks you through the exact steps to close your AWS account safely in 2025.
Prerequisites to closing your AWS account
Here are a few things that you need to take care of before you close your AWS account.
Download or transfer any important data stored on AWS services like S3, EC2, RDS, or others to local storage or another cloud service.
Pay any outstanding bills.
Step-by-step guide to close your AWS account
Once you’ve taken care of the prerequisites, you can move to closing your account.
Step 1. Sign in to the AWS Management Console
Use the root user email address and password to log in to the AWS Management Console. This is important because only the root user can close the account.
Step 2. Go to account settings
Click your account name at the top right corner of the console and then choose My Account to go to the account settings.
Step 3. Go to the close account section
Find and expand the Close Account section at the bottom of the My Account page. Here, review the terms and conditions, tick the checkbox, and click on the Close Account button.
Step 4. Confirm the closing of the account
Click the Close Account button in the popup to finalize the closure. You can check your registered email for confirmation on closing of your AWS account after a few minutes
FAQ
Can I reopen my AWS account after closing it?
Yes, you can reopen your AWS account within 90 days by contacting AWS Support and requesting reactivation. After 90 days, the account and data are permanently deleted.
Will I be charged after closing my AWS account?
No, there will be no new charges after the account is closed. However, any pending charges before account closure must be paid.
How long does it take to close the AWS account?
The closure of the account happens immediately after confirmation, but AWS retains your account in a recovery state for 90 days.
What happens to my data after closing the account?
Any data related to your account is retained for 90 days, after which it is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
