Warframe account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone

When you delete a Warframe account, Digital Extremes (the company that makes Warframe) removes your account and all progress associated with it from their servers. This means your character, items, cosmetics, and login history are gone. You cannot recover the account afterward, and you cannot use the same email address to create a new Warframe account for 30 days.

The deletion process takes time. After you submit your request, Digital Extremes takes up to 30 days to fully remove your account. During this waiting period, your account remains locked and you cannot log in, but the deletion is not yet complete.

Key Takeaways

  • Account deletion is permanent — you cannot undo it or recover your progress, items, or cosmetics after the process completes.
  • You must submit a deletion request through Digital Extremes' support system, not through the game itself.
  • Your account will be locked when ready after you submit the request, but the full deletion takes up to 30 days.
  • You cannot use the same email address to create a new Warframe account until 30 days have passed since deletion.
  • If you only want to stop playing temporarily, deactivating your account is a better option than deletion.

Submit a deletion request to Digital Extremes support

Go to the Digital Extremes support portal at support.warframe.com. Log in with the email address and password for the Warframe account you want to delete. You will need to be logged into the account itself to request its deletion.

Once logged in, look for the option to submit a support ticket or contact support. Select the category related to account management or account closure. In your message, clearly state that you want to permanently delete your account and provide your in-game username. Digital Extremes will ask you to confirm your request and may ask security questions to verify you own the account.

Keep the ticket number Digital Extremes sends you. You will need it to track the status of your deletion request.

What happens during the 30-day waiting period

After you submit your deletion request, your account is when ready locked. You will not be able to log in, play the game, or access any of your account information. This lock is intentional — it prevents anyone else from accessing your account while the deletion is being processed.

During these 30 days, you can contact Digital Extremes support if you change your mind and want to cancel the deletion. If you do nothing, the account and all its data will be permanently removed after the 30-day period ends. Digital Extremes will send you a confirmation email when the deletion is complete.

Reasons to deactivate instead of delete

If you are unsure whether you want to leave Warframe permanently, account deactivation is a better choice than deletion. A deactivated account can be reactivated later, and all your progress, items, and cosmetics remain intact. You straightforward cannot log in or play while the account is deactivated.

Deactivation is useful if you want to take a break from the game but might return in the future. Deletion is only the right choice if you are certain you will never want to access that account again. Once the 30-day period ends, there is no way to recover a deleted account.

What to do with linked accounts before deletion

If your Warframe account is linked to other services — such as a Twitch account, Discord account, or other gaming platforms — those links will be removed when your Warframe account is deleted. The other accounts themselves will not be affected, but the connection between them and Warframe will be severed.

If you use those linked accounts to log into other games or services, make sure you still have access to them through other methods before you delete your Warframe account. For example, if you linked your Discord account to Warframe, you can still use Discord after deletion, but the Warframe connection will be gone.

Creating a new account after deletion

You cannot use the same email address to create a new Warframe account until 30 days have passed since your deletion was completed. If you want to start a new account sooner, you will need to use a different email address.

When the 30-day period ends and you are ready to create a new account, go to the Warframe login page and select the option to create a new account. Use the email address from your deleted account if you want, or use a different one. Your new account will start from the beginning with no items, cosmetics, or progress from the old account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel my deletion request after I submit it?

Yes, but only during the 30-day waiting period. Contact Digital Extremes support with your ticket number and ask them to cancel the deletion. Once the 30 days are up and the account is fully deleted, cancellation is no longer possible.

Will deleting my account refund money I spent on Platinum or cosmetics?

No. Digital Extremes does not refund purchases made with real money when an account is deleted. Deletion is permanent and irreversible, so make sure you understand this before you submit your request.

What if I forget my password and cannot log into the account to request deletion?

Contact Digital Extremes support and explain that you want to delete your account but cannot log in. They can verify your identity through security questions and process the deletion request without requiring you to log in first.

Does deleting my Warframe account delete my email address?

No. Deleting your Warframe account only removes the game account from Digital Extremes' servers. Your email address itself is not affected and can be used for other accounts or services.