> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.lerian.studio/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deleting an Account

> Remove an Account from your Ledger — subject to your deployment's data retention and compliance policies.

<Danger>
  Deleting an Account removes it from active listings and is subject to your deployment's data retention and compliance policies. In regulated environments, the underlying record may be retained for audit, regulatory, or reporting purposes. Confirm your retention policy before proceeding.
</Danger>

To delete an Account, follow these steps:

<Steps>
  <Step>
    From the **Accounts** page, find the Account that you want to delete, click the three dots (<Icon icon="ellipsis-vertical" />) from the **Actions** column, and select **Delete**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    A confirmation dialog will appear.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Click **Confirm** to finalize the deletion.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Once confirmed, the **Account** is removed from active listings, subject to your deployment's data retention and compliance policies.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  You **cannot** edit External Accounts that are automatically created when an Asset is created.
</Warning>

<Card title="API equivalent" type="tip" horizontal>
  [Delete an Account endpoint](/en/reference/midaz/delete-an-account)
</Card>