How to Delete a Kik Account

Sketchy app has few privacy controls

Kik has been branded the “problem app of the decade”, so if you’re having second thoughts, we completely understand. With its myriad privacy and security concerns, there are plenty of reasons to uninstall it.

In this article, we’ll take a look at what Kik is and why you may wish to delete your account before moving on to exactly how you can do so.

What Is Kik?

Kik is one of the most popular free messaging apps for iOS and Android. You are able to send private messages and share media including photos and videos to other users.

Why Should You Delete Your Kik Account?

Kik has been heavily criticized over the last few years as it has been allegedly involved in multiple child exploitation incidents. Because of the little information required to sign up, Kik seems to have attracted shady types as well as children who shouldn’t be accessing the app. Add to this that there are no parental controls, strangers can access anyone’s inbox, and users can search by age, and you have the perfect concoction for predators.

In addition to this, Kik users report that there are automated spam bots on the app which send sexually explicit or threatening material frequently.

Finally, the Electronic Frontier Foundation scored Kik as unsafe with 1 out of 7 points on its secure messaging scorecard. This was due to several issues with its privacy and security, as well as the fact that there is little to no transparency behind its protocols.

If you are concerned about safety in your messaging app, we recommend Signal.

How To Delete Your Kik Account

Deleting your Kik account is very simple, but keep in mind that you will not be able to reactivate your account after following these steps. To permanently delete your account:

Note:You can also temporarily deactivate your Kik account and you will be able to reopen your account if you’d like to. Following the steps above is the only way to permanently deactivate your account.

How To Temporarily Deactivate Your Kik Account

To temporarily deactivate your Kik account, follow these steps:

How To Delete Your Child’s Account

Given the security concerns Kik has when it comes to children, deleting their accounts may be the best option. To do so, you can follow the steps above or contact Kik support if this isn’t possible. Keep in mind that due to the scant information required for people to sign up, it will be very easy for your child to create a new account with a fresh email address.

Time To Try Another App

Once you’ve completed these steps, your Kik account will be permanently deactivated and you will no longer be able to receive notifications or be found on the app by other users. Luckily, there are plenty ofsafer and more highly recommended messenger appsout there.

If you’ve recently deleted your Kik account, let us know why in the comments below!

Jake Harfield is an Australian freelance writer whose passion is finding out how different technologies work. He has written for several online publications, focusing on explaining what he has learned to help others with their tech problems. He’s an avid hiker and birder, and in his spare time you’ll find him in the Aussie bush listening to the birdsong.Read Jake’s Full Bio

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