If you share your PS4 or PS5 console with multiple people, creating different user accounts is the way to go. With multiple user profiles, you don’t need to worry about loading your friend’s saved game file. Every user gets their personalised space and the opportunity to do whatever they like. You can also create a guest account if you frequently invite your friends over to play games on your PS5. Today, we show you how to delete a user account on PS4 or PS5.
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Before you begin
Deleting a user account on PS4/PS5 is different from permanently deleting an account. The former removes a profile from the console without deleting the account linked to it. A user account is simply a profile made on the console to share it with other people. When it is removed from the console, the data stored in it is cleared as well. This includes games bought by the user, saved game progress, screenshots and more. Once a user account has been removed from the console, it can be re-added later.
Permanently deleting your account refers to terminating your Sony account. This can only be done via a web browser. There is no dedicated option to delete your account, you need to contact Sony support and put in a deletion request. Once your account is deleted, you will permanently lose all your credits, subscriptions, licenses, and purchased games.
Delete a user account in PS4
Step 1: Log into your PS4 and hit the cog wheel icon in the top right corner of the screen to go to Settings.
Step 2: Go to Login Settings.
Step 3: Scroll down and select User Management.
Step 4: Click on Delete User.
Step 5: Select the user profile you wish to delete.
Step 6: Hit Delete.
Delete a user account in PS5
Step 1: Log into your console and hit the cog wheel icon at the top of the screen to go to Settings.
Step 2: Click on Users and Accounts.
Step 3: Select Users from the side panel.
Step 4: Hit the trashcan icon next to the user profile you wish to delete.
Step 5: Click on OK to confirm your decision.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I delete a user profile on PS5?
Go to Settings>Users and Accounts>Users and hit the trashcan icon next to the profile you wish to delete.
How do I delete a user profile on PS4?
Go to Settings>Login Settings>User Management>Delete User and select the profile you wish to delete.
How do I remove a friend on PlayStation Network (PSN)?
On your console, go to the friend’s profile, hit the ellipses, and select ‘Remove from Friends’. On the PlayStation app, go to the profile, tap on ‘Friends’ and select ‘Remove as Friend’.
How do I delete a family member on PS5?
Go to the account management page and log in using the family manager account. Go to Family Management and select the user profile. Click on ‘Remove from Your Family’.
How do I hide my real name on PS5?
Go to Settings>Users and Accounts>Privacy>View and Customize Your Privacy Settings. On this page, you can choose who can see your real name and profile picture in search results, within games, friend suggestions, and more.
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Conclusion
This is how you can delete a user profile on PS4 and PS5. While you’re here, check out how you can access the web browser on a PS5. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
