Act Now to Secure Data

Act Now to Secure Data

Highlights

  • Samsung Inactive Account Deletion will begin on July 31st, 2025, targeting accounts that have been inactive for 24 consecutive months.
  • All data linked to the deleted accounts will be lost and will not be recoverable.
  • Users can prevent the deletion by either logging in or using a Samsung service before the deadline.

Samsung Inactive Account Deletion will officially begin on July 31st, 2025. Under this new initiative, any Samsung account that has been inactive for 24 consecutive months will be permanently deleted, along with all associated data such as cloud files, app history, and personal preferences.

The new Samsung inactive account policy will significantly impact users who have created multiple accounts over time or switched devices without properly managing their previous profiles. Many users tend to abandon older accounts when they upgrade to new Samsung devices or shift to different platforms, leaving those accounts untouched for extended periods.

As per the new policy effective July 31st, 2025, any Samsung account inactive for 24 consecutive months will be permanently deleted, along with all associated data. This includes cloud storage, app history, personalized settings, and more. To avoid data loss, Samsung advises users to check their registered emails for deletion notices and log into their accounts or use a Samsung service to mark the account as active.

Samsung's Inactive Account Deletion
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More about Samsung’s new Initiative

According to the brand, the main objective behind this move is to ensure that personal data linked to dormant Samsung Inactive Account remains secure and also does not become vulnerable due to neglect. Samsung has noted that the inactive accounts that have not been logged into or used in any capacity for two years will be classified for deletion later. This also includes the deletion of any data that is associated with the account, like app history, cloud data, preferences, etc.

Preparation for the Change

For preparing for this policy change, Samsung will begin by sending notifications to the email addresses that are linked to these Samsung Inactive Account, which will also serve as a final warning for the users. These emails will give them sufficient time to take action before their accounts will be permanently removed. Samsung also made it clear that once an account is deleted, no data can be recovered by any means necessary.

What Users Need to Do

To retain their Samsung account, it is advised that the users log into the account or use any Samsung service, such as Samsung Cloud, Galaxy Store, or SmartThings, with the account in question. This will automatically mark the account as an active one, which will save it from being deleted.

The measure will affect the users who have created multiple Samsung accounts over the years, and also those who have switched devices and abandoned their older accounts. Users should check for any notifications from Samsung or attempt to log in to verify.

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Conclusion

Samsung Inactive Account Deletion policy reflects a growing trend among major tech companies to enhance user data security and privacy. Effective from July 31, 2025, the policy mandates deletion of accounts that have been inactive for 24 consecutive months. All associated data—including cloud storage, preferences, and app history—will be permanently erased. To avoid losing their data, users must simply log into their Samsung account or access any Samsung service such as SmartThings, Galaxy Store, or Samsung Cloud. This move underscores Samsung’s commitment to safeguarding user information and encourages users to stay engaged with their accounts to retain access and data.

This article first appeared on Techgenyz

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